Who Is Sahara Shah? All About Vivek Oberoi's Adopted Daughter's Cancer Battle Amid Acting Debut Buzz
Sahara Shah is Vivek Oberoi's 22-year-old adopted daughter, who is set to make her acting debut after a long battle with cancer.
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Add BollywoodShaadis on GoogleVivek Oberoi is a well-known Bollywood actor who has recently been hogging the headlines because of his adopted daughter, Sahara Shah. The 22-year-old is a cancer survivor who has bagged her first acting gig. The news left Vivek in tears as he boasted about his daughter's achievements and journey like a proud father.
As Vivek Oberoi shines with pride over Sahara Shah's journey and new project, let's take a look at who she is and when Vivek adopted her.
When did Vivek Oberoi adopt Sahara Shah?
Vivek Oberoi recently broke down in tears after his adopted daughter, Sahara Shah, announced that she is ready to begin her acting journey. The young woman, who is now 22, is also a cancer survivor. After overcoming a difficult childhood and completing her aviation training, she is now preparing to make her acting debut with a Nepali film.
The announcement came as a surprise to Vivek, who was brought to tears as his chest swelling with pride as he embraced his adopted daughter. For those who don't know, Vivek Oberoi adopted Sahara Shah when she was about two and a half years old. At the time, she was undergoing treatment for cancer, and Vivek had met her through his association with the Cancer Patients Aid Association (CPAA).
Over the years, Vivek has helped several children with their treatment and education. However, Sahara Shah's story became particularly special to him. He recalled meeting her as a small child during chemotherapy and seeing her determination despite her difficult condition. Speaking about Sahara at the recent Cancer Rose Day event, Vivek became evidently emotional.
During the interaction, Vivek Oberoi recalled their first meeting. He said he had seen a two-and-a-half-year-old girl with red eyes and a pale face undergoing chemotherapy. He recalled how she held his finger and said that he knew she would win the battle, and she stuck to her word. Today, Sahara Shah is not just cancer-free, but has reached a major new milestone.
Who is Sahara Shah?
Sahara Shah is now 22 years old, which means she met Vivek Oberoi more than two decades ago. She has since successfully overcome cancer and has also completed her aviation training and is on the path to becoming a commercial pilot. According to reports, she is expected to continue her aviation journey while also stepping into the world of films. The young woman has recently been in the headlines as she surprised Vivek by revealing that she has signed a Nepali film as the lead actor.
The film is titled 26 Crore and is expected to release in 2027. Vivek Oberoi was visibly emotional as he hugged her and celebrated the beginning of her new journey. The moment was even more special for Sahara, as she shared that the film was a personal tribute to Vivek. She revealed that she wanted to take his blessings before beginning this journey. She said his encouragement allowed her to dream bigger for herself and her mother.
At the event, Sahara Shah addressed Vivek Oberoi as her "dada" and spoke about the confidence his support gave her. She also said that he stood by her when she wanted to pursue acting and other interests. For the unversed, Vivek is married to Priyanka Alva Oberoi. The couple got married in 2010 and soon welcomed two children, son Vivaan Veer Oberoi and daughter Ameyaa Nirvana Oberoi.
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