Who is Sahara Shah? All about Vivek Oberoi’s adopted daughter

Who is Sahara Shah? All about Vivek Oberoi’s 22-year-old adopted daughter who battled cancer as a toddler, completed aviation training and is now set to make her acting debut with the Nepali movie '26 Crore'

Vivek Oberoi recently found himself overwhelmed with emotion after his adopted daughter, Sahara Shah, revealed that she is all set to embark on an acting career. Now 22, Sahara has already overcome a serious health battle as a child and completed her aviation training.

She is now preparing to make her acting debut with a Nepali film, marking a new chapter in her life.

When did Vivek Oberoi adopt Sahara Shah?

Vivek Oberoi adopted Sahara when she was around two-and-a-half years old, during the time she was undergoing treatment for cancer. The actor first met her through his association with the Cancer Patients Aid Association (CPAA), an organisation through which he has supported the treatment and education of children battling cancer.Sahara’s story left a lasting impact on Vivek. Recalling their first meeting at a recent Cancer Rose Day event, the actor became emotional as he spoke about seeing the toddler undergoing chemotherapy.Vivek recalled meeting a two-and-a-half-year-old Sahara, who had red eyes and a pale face while undergoing chemotherapy. He remembered how she held his finger during their first meeting and said he instinctively felt that she would overcome the illness.

Sahara has since recovered and is now celebrating another major milestone in her life.

Sahara Shah’s journey from cancer survivor to aspiring actor

ADD CREDITS HERE While Sahara has completed her aviation training and is reportedly on course to become a commercial pilot, she has now decided to explore another passion, acting.Sahara recently surprised Vivek by revealing that she had signed on as the lead actor in the upcoming Nepali film ‘26 Crore’, which is expected to release next year.

The announcement left Vivek emotional, with the actor hugging his daughter as he celebrated the beginning of her new journey.For Sahara, Vivek’s support has played an important role in helping her pursue her ambitions. Addressing him as her “dada” at the Cancer Rose Day event, she spoke about how he encouraged her to dream, explore different interests and believe in herself.She also revealed that she wanted to seek Vivek’s blessings before beginning her acting journey.

The film holds a special emotional significance for her as she considers the opportunity a tribute to the man who supported her dreams and encouraged her to aim higher for herself and her mother.

All about Sahara Shah

Sahara Shah is 22 years old and has overcome cancer, completed aviation training and is now preparing to enter the film industry. Her upcoming Nepali film ‘26 Crore’ will mark her acting debut, with Sahara taking on the lead role.

Her journey has been closely associated with Vivek Oberoi since childhood, after the actor met her while working with the Cancer Patients Aid Association. From supporting her through her early battle with cancer to encouraging her academic and professional ambitions, Vivek has remained an important figure in her life.

Sahara’s decision to pursue acting comes even after she trained in aviation.

Vivek Oberoi’s family

Vivek Oberoi is married to Priyanka Alva Oberoi, the daughter of Karnataka politician Jeevaraj Alva. The couple got married in 2010 and have two children, son Vivaan Veer Oberoi and daughter Ameyaa Nirvana Oberoi.