Sanchita Basu
Biography
Sanchita Basu (born 24 March 2004, in Bhagalpur, Bihar, India) is an Indian actress, model, and social media personality. She is best known for portraying Shanvika Chauhan in the Hindi romantic drama web series Thukra Ke Mera Pyaar (2024–2026). She has also appeared in the Telugu film First Day First Show (2022) and the music video Inna Sona (2024).
Biography and Career
Sanchita Basu was born and raised in Bihar, India. She developed an interest in acting and performing from an early age. During her school years, she began creating short videos on TikTok, showcasing her acting skills, expressions, and dancing abilities. Her entertaining videos gradually attracted a large audience, helping her gain popularity on social media platforms such as Instagram and Facebook.
Her growing popularity as a digital content creator opened opportunities in the entertainment industry. She made her acting debut in the Telugu comedy film First Day First Show (2022), marking her entry into the Indian film industry. This project gave her an opportunity to explore professional acting and work in cinema.
In 2024, Sanchita gained widespread recognition when she was cast as Shanvika Chauhan in the Hindi romantic drama series Thukra Ke Mera Pyaar, opposite Dhaval Thakur. Her character is a wealthy and privileged young woman whose relationship with a young man from a poor background becomes complicated by family conflicts and social differences. Her performance brought her significant attention and helped establish her as a rising actress in the digital entertainment industry.
The same year, she appeared in the music video Inna Sona, further expanding her presence in entertainment.
In 2026, she returned as Shanvika Chauhan in the second season of Thukra Ke Mera Pyaar. The new season presented a more mature and powerful version of her character, allowing her to explore a wider range of emotions, including heartbreak, resilience, and revenge. In interviews, she described the series as an important turning point in her acting career and expressed interest in taking on more challenging and diverse roles.
