Saranya Anand Wiki, Age, Husband, Family, Biography & More

Saranya Anand is an Indian actress, fashion designer, choreographer, and model, who mainly works in the Malayalam film industry. She is known for her roles in the Malayalam films Thanaha (2018), Mamangam (2019), and Aakasha Ganga 2 (2019). She is also known for her negative role as Vedika in the Malayalam television show Kudumbavilakku (2020) on Asianet.

Wiki/Biography

Saranya Anand was born on 10 December in Surat, Gujarat. Her zodiac sign is Sagittarius.

Saranya Anand’s childhood picture with her parents
She did her schooling at St. Thomas English Medium Higher Secondary School, Kerala. After that, she did B.Sc in Nursing from Mangalore University, Karnataka.

Physical Appearance

Height (approx.): 5′ 6″
Weight (approx.): 55 kgs
Hair Colour: Dark Brown
Eye Colour: Dark Brown
Figure Measurements (approx.): 36-30-34

Family

She belongs to a Malayali family.

Parents & Siblings

Saranya Anand’s father name is Anand Raghavan and he was a businessman in Gujarat. Her mother’s name is Sujatha (Amrita) and she used to work in the medical field in Gujarat. Her sister’s name is Divya (Divyadarshana Anand) and she is the winner of the title Miss Kerala 2020.
Saranya Anand with her family

Husband & Children

On 4 November 2020, Saranya got married to Manesh Rajan Nair, who is an entrepreneur. The couple tied the knot at Guruvayoor Temple, Kerala. In an interview, she revealed that her marriage with Manesh Rajan Nair was an arranged one through mutual family friends.
Saranya Anand and Manesh Rajan Nair

Career

Film

Malayalam

Saranya Anand’s first Malayalam film was “1971: Beyond Borders” where she played the role of a Military nurse. The film was released in April 2017.
Saranya Anand in 1971 Beyond Borders (2017)
Later on, she appeared in several films like Cappuccino, Chunkzz, and Achayans in 2017. In 2018, she played the role of an IPS officer in the film, Thanaha and also appeared in the films Chanakya Thanthram and Laughing Apartment Near Girinagar in the same year. She played the role of a prostitute in the film, Mamangam, released in December 2019. Her several Malayalam films were also released in the Tamil language.
She also appeared in Aakasha Ganga 2 and A for Apple in 2019. According to Saranya, playing the role of a disfigured ghost in Aakasha Ganga 2 (2019) was very challenging. She said,
It’s true, no girl likes to see herself in a de-glam or disfigured avatar, but I trusted the team and I see myself as a passionate actress. Rather than doing the role, getting fame, and vanishing away, I would love to see myself grow like Nayanthara.”
Saranya Anand in Aakasha Ganga 2 (2019)

Television

Malayalam

She gained immense popularity by playing the role of Vedika in Kudumbavilakku which was telecasted on Asianet in 2020. In an interview, she said,
There was no thought of acting in a serial as I had only one desire which was cinema. But the joy the character of Vedika brings to me is beyond words. When you go out, everyone will recognise you and run to you and talk to you. Even though it is a negative role, everyone joins the stage. It is a great joy to see their love and respect among large crowds.”
Saranya Anand in Kudumbavilakku

Modelling

She made a debut in modelling career with the Mahindra Scorpio advertisement along with Miss Surat when she was in class 10th. Later on, she modelled for several commercials. Her first ramp show was at Lulu Fashion Week 2017 for Pepe Jeans in Kerala where she was the celebrity showstopper.
Saranya Anand at Lulu Fashion Week 2017

Choreography

She started her career in Mollywood by working as an assistant choreographer. She was an assistant choreographer in more than five Malayalam films and one of them was “Amen” which was released in 2013. In an interview, she said,
I started in the film as an assistant choreographer. My interest in dance brought me to this field. I was able to observe and learn about the nature of cinema and what happens in front of and behind the camera.”
Amen (2013)

Reality Shows

She participated in “Dare The Fear” which was telecasted on Asianet in 2017.

Saranya Anand in Dare The Fear (2017)
In 2018, she participated in Dance Kerala Dance on Zee Keralam. She appeared in Comedy Stars Season 2 and Comedy Stars Season 3 on Asianet in 2019 and 2021-2022 respectively. She also appeared as a guest in Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 4 on Bigg Boss 50th day celebrations in 2022 on Asianet. Apart from this, she along with her husband has participated in the dance reality show, Dancing Stars (2022), which was telecasted on Asianet.
Saranya Anand and Manesh Rajan Nair on Dancing Stars
In 2022, she also participated in the first-ever turf game show of TV stars “Super Challenge” telecasted on Asianet.

Other Work

She has done several stage shows with megastars like Madhuri Dixit. She has appeared as a celebrity guest at several fashion shows. Apart from this, she has been the showstopper at several modelling events and inaugurated several ventures. In September 2022, she was invited as a chief guest by Chicago Friends at Knanaya Center – KCS Chicago.
Saranya Anand at Knanaya Center – KCS Chicago

Awards, Honours, Achievements

  • Best Upcoming Actress in Cinema 2018 at Malabar Film Society Award Nights.
    Saranya Anand receiving the “Best Upcoming Actress in Cinema 2018” award (Mollywood)
  • Youth Icon Award (2020) for the film Aakasha Ganga 2.
    Saranya Anand receiving “Youth Icon Award 2020” for Aakasha Ganga 2
  • Best Negative Role Award for the role of Vedika in Kudumbavilakku (2022).
  • She was honoured with the title “Style Diva in Malayalam Television Industry” by The Times of India in October 2021.
  • She and her husband became the first-ever contestant to get Golden Buzzer Couple of Dancing Stars in November 2022 telecasted on Asianet.

Car Collection

She owns a BMW.
Saranya Anand with her BMW

Favourites

  • Actress: Nayanthara and Amala Paul
  • Perfume: Gucci Bloom and Gucci Bamboo

Facts/Trivia

  • In 2016, she was invited to judge the students of various colleges who participated to showcase their various talents at Nehru College of Engineering & Research Centre, Kerala.
  • In one of her social media posts, she revealed that participating in the reality show “Dare To Fear” has helped her to overcome her fear of heights.
  • She is a music lover and is often seen playing the piano.
    Saranya Anand playing piano
  • She is a fitness freak and regularly goes to the gym. She also does yoga to maintain her fitness.
    Saranya Anand in the gym
  • In March 2022, she along with her husband made the couple debut as a celebrity guest with the Asianet reality show “Comedy Stars Season 3.”
  • She is an environmentalist and is often seen planting trees on various occasions.
    Saranya Anand planting trees
  • She is a social activist and frequently shares her views on various serious social issues to create societal awareness.
  • In the film “1971: Beyond Borders” she was given a choice between a full-length role or a small scene opposite Mohanlal, and she decided to take the small role.
  • Saranya follows the non-vegetarian diet.
  • She is an ardent follower of Lord Vishnu and Lord Krishna. She is often seen posting pictures of their respective idols on her various social media platforms. She worships Guruvayoorappan (a form of Lord Vishnu worshipped in Kerala).
    Saranya Anand’s Instagram post
  • In her leisure time, she loves to dance, travel, and read books.
  • In 2022, she started vlogging on YouTube through the channel “Saranya Anand” where she shares several videos about her personal life with her fans.
  • She is a perfume lover and has a great collection of several luxurious brands of perfumes.
  • In November 2020, she appeared on the cover page of “Kerala Kaumudi Weekly.”
    Saranya Anand on the cover page of Kerala Kaumudi Weekly (November 2020)

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