Sonam Khan

Biography

Sonam Khan, born Bakhtavar Khan on September 2, 1972, in Mumbai, India, is a former Indian actress renowned for her work in Hindi and Telugu cinema. She is the granddaughter of the esteemed actor Murad and the niece of actor Raza Murad. Sonam adopted her screen name upon the suggestion of filmmaker Yash Chopra.

Career

Sonam made her acting debut in 1987 with the Telugu film "Samrat." She gained prominence in Bollywood with her role in Yash Chopra's "Vijay" (1988). She achieved widespread recognition for her performance in the 1989 film "Tridev," particularly for the song "Oye Oye... Tirchi Topiwale." Her notable filmography includes:

• "Mitti Aur Sona" (1989)
• "Kroadh" (1990)
• "Kodama Simham" (1990)
• "Ajooba" (1991)
• "Fateh" (1991)
• "Vishwatma" (1992)

Sonam's career spanned from 1987 to 1994, during which she became known for her vibrant screen presence.

Personal Life

In 1991, at the age of 19, Sonam married director Rajiv Rai, who had directed her in "Tridev" and "Vishwatma." The couple has a son, Gaurav Rai. After marriage, Sonam left the film industry to focus on her family. The family lived in various countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom, before settling in Europe. Sonam and Rajiv separated in 2001 and officially divorced in 2016.

Recent Developments

After a long hiatus, Sonam returned to India in the 2020s. She made her first public appearance in 30 years at Mumbai's Jio World Plaza in 2023. As of 2024, she resides in Mumbai with her son and has expressed interest in returning to acting.

Sonam Khan's journey reflects her adaptability and resilience, transitioning from a celebrated actress to a devoted mother, and now contemplating a return to the silver screen.