Sanjana Sanghi says her father silently shaped her acting career: 'He’s been my constant anchor...'

Sanjana Sanghi, known for her role in Dil Bechara, recently shared that her dad has always been her hero. On Father’s Day 2025, she opened up about how he has quietly influenced her life, values, and even her acting.

Comfort Amid the Chaos

In an interview with News18, Sanjana shared that her father has visited her on set several times, which she finds incredibly special. Although he prefers to stay out of the limelight, his presence provides her with comfort amid the hectic environment of a film shoot, making her feel as though a piece of home is with her. She also revealed that during her early days, her father helped her rehearse her lines. "He’s been my constant anchor", she said.


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A Silent Partner in Preparation

The actress further shared that despite not being an actor himself, her father has an excellent memory and a keen ear, often spending hours reading other characters’ dialogues with her. These sessions were invaluable, offering not only help with the lines but also quiet support and focus—making him her silent partner in preparation.

Sanjana Sanghi’s Acting Journey

Sanjana Sanghi began her career as a child artist with a role in Imtiaz Ali’s Rockstar. She gained recognition through supporting roles in films like Hindi Medium and Fukrey Returns. Her breakthrough came with the lead role in Dil Bechara, a Bollywood adaptation of The Fault in Our Stars, which earned her critical acclaim. Since then, she has appeared in the action drama Rashtra Kavach Om and the travel-themed film Dhak Dhak.