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Sagarika Ghatge

Sagarika Ghatge is an Indian actress and model known primarily for her work in Hindi films.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated September 11, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Sagarika Ghatge is an Indian actress and model known primarily for her work in Hindi films. She is best known for playing Preeti Sabharwal in the 2007 film *Chak De! India*, and she also appeared as a finalist on *Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 6*.

Early life and background

Sagarika Ghatge was born in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, India, on 8 January 1986. Public sources describe her as coming from a royal family of Kolhapur and as a national-level field hockey player.

Acting career

She made her film debut in *Chak De! India* (2007) and gained wide recognition for her performance. She later worked in a small number of Hindi and regional films, including *Fox*, *Miley Naa Miley Hum*, *Premachi Goshta*, *Dildariyaan*, and *Irada*.

Television and public profile

In 2015, Ghatge appeared on *Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 6* and finished as a finalist. Her public profile also includes media coverage of her sports background and personal life.

Personal life

Ghatge married former Indian cricketer Zaheer Khan in November 2017. Reports in 2025 stated that the couple had their first child, a son named Fatehsinh Khan.

Key facts

  • Made her film debut in *Chak De! India* (2007) and is widely recognized for the role of Preeti Sabharwal.
  • Was a finalist on *Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 6* in 2015.
  • Has appeared in films including *Fox*, *Miley Naa Miley Hum*, *Premachi Goshta*, *Dildariyaan*, and *Irada*.
  • Married former Indian cricketer Zaheer Khan in November 2017.
  • Welcomed a son, Fatehsinh Khan, on 16 April 2025.
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Canadian context

She has no clear Canada-specific connection in the available sources, though her films and celebrity profile are of interest to Canadian audiences following Indian cinema and cricket.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Sagarika Ghatge?
She is an Indian actress and model known for her role in *Chak De! India*.
What is Sagarika Ghatge best known for?
She is best known for playing Preeti Sabharwal in *Chak De! India* (2007).
When was Sagarika Ghatge born?
She was born on 8 January 1986.
Who is Sagarika Ghatge married to?
She is married to former Indian cricketer Zaheer Khan.
Did Sagarika Ghatge appear on reality television?
Yes. She was a finalist on *Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 6* in 2015.
Does Sagarika Ghatge have children?
Yes. Reports from 2025 state that she and Zaheer Khan have a son named Fatehsinh Khan.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sagarika_Ghatge
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, occupation, years active, notable role, reality TV appearance, marriage, and child information.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2469366/
    Supports: Biography, acting credits, birth date, birthplace, and marriage information.
  3. News18 — https://www.news18.com/movies/happy-birthday-sagarika-ghatge-all-about-the-chak-de-actress-career-and-personal-life-8732344.html
    Supports: Debut in Chak De! India, royal family background, award mention, marriage to Zaheer Khan, and acting credits.
  4. BookMyShow — https://in.bookmyshow.com/person/sagarika-ghatge/1975
    Supports: Occupation, birth details, spouse, debut film, Khatron Ke Khiladi finalist status, and selected film credits.