​From four flop films in Tamil to emerging as the winner of a reality show; Lesser known facts about 'Bigg Boss 18' contestant Shrutika Arjun

Shrutika Raaj has gained fame as a contestant on 'Bigg Boss 18'. Born into a prominent Tamil film family, she debuted at 15 in 'Sri' and later won 'Cooku with Comali'. Beyond acting, she launched her Ayurvedic skincare brand. Married to businessman Arjun Raaj and a mother to son Arav, Shrutika's emotional journey and engaging personality have made her a fan favorite on the show.

Shrutika Raaj, born on September 17, 1987, comes from a prominent Tamil film family. Her grandfather, Thengai Srinivasan, was a respected actor, which influenced her career path. Her parents, Sivasankar and Kalpana, have been supportive of her ambitions.

She made her acting debut at just 15 years old in the Tamil 2002 film 'Sri ' and quickly gained recognition for her talent. After a brief hiatus from acting to focus on family, she returned to the spotlight in reality TV.

In her brief two-year career, Shrutika Raaj acted in five films—four in Tamil and one in Malayalam. Despite her promising start, all her films flopped, leading her to bid farewell to the cinema. During the premiere episode of 'Bigg Boss 18', she was seen discussing the debacle of her back-to-back four films.

Shrutika gained fame as a contestant on 'Cooku with Comali', where her charm and personality won over audiences. This success paved the way for her participation in 'Bigg Boss 18', making her the first Tamil actress to join this season.

In addition to her acting career, Shrutika is an entrepreneur. She launched an Ayurvedic skincare brand called and a women’s clothing line, showcasing her interest beyond entertainment.

Shrutika married businessman Arjun Raaj at the age of 22 after a long courtship that began through social media. The couple has a son named Arav, and Shrutika often shares glimpses of their family life on social media, emphasising the importance of family in her journey.