Quick Info

ProfessionActor
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth03/05/1990
Age36 years
BirthplaceBengaluru

Latest News about Meghana Raj

01/01/2025

Meghana Raj opened up about her readiness for a second marriage, stating that everyone needs a companion to share life's joys and sorrows. This comment, made in early 2025, echoed her father Sundar Raj's wishes for her to find a partner again and brought joy to her fans who have supported her since her husband's death.

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Bio/Wiki

Meghana Raj Sundar Raj Sarja is an Indian actress who primarily works in Malayalam and Kannada films, with appearances in Telugu and Tamil cinema.
She is the daughter of actors Sundar Raj and Pramila Joshai.
She is the widow of actor Chiranjeevi Sarja and mother to their son, Raayan Raj Sarja.

Physical Stats & More

Height168 cm
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack

Educational Qualification(s)

Bachelor in PsychologyChrist University, Bangalore

Personal Life

She is the widow of actor Chiranjeevi Sarja.
In 2025, she expressed openness to the idea of a second marriage, stating that everyone needs a companion to share life's ups and downs.

Relationships & More

Marital StatusWidowed
Affairs/BoyfriendsChiranjeevi Sarja (Actor)
Engagement Date22/10/2017
Marriage Date
  • 30/04/2018 (Christian Wedding)
  • 02/05/2018 (Hindu Wedding)
Marriage Place
  • St Anthony’s Church in Koramangala, Bangalore (Christian Wedding)
  • Bengaluru Palace Ground (Hindu Wedding)

Family

FatherSundar Raj (Actor)
MotherPramila Joshai (Actor)
SpouseLate Chiranjeevi Sarja
ChildrenSon: Raayan Raj Sarja (also known as Jr Chiru, Chintu, Simba)

Career

Debut
Film, TeluguBendu Apparao R.M.P (2009)
Film, KannadaPunda (2010)
Film, TamilKaadhal Solla Vandhen (2010)
Film, MalayalamYakshiyum Njanum (2010)
Awards
  • Karnataka State Film Award for Best Actress (2018) for Iruvudellava Bittu
  • Filmfare Award for Best Actress (2019)
  • Kochi Times Film Award for Promising Newcomer (2011) for Beautiful
  • Suvarna Film Award for Best Debut Actress (2011) for Punda

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Meghana Raj is a renowned South Indian actress known for her work in Malayalam and Kannada films.
2. As a child, she showcased her acting skills in the theatre play, ‘Jokumaraswamy.’
3. While her initial lead roles in films didn't perform well at the box office, she persevered.
4. Her breakthrough movie was the hit Malayalam film, ‘Beautiful’ released in 2011.
5. Meghana Raj has starred in various films such as ‘100 Degree Celsius’ (2014), ‘Zebra Varakal’ (2017), ‘Iruvudellava Bittu’ (2018), and ‘Onti’ (2019).
6. Her debut film, ‘Krishnaleelai’ faced cancellation due to multiple issues.
7. Initially faced rejection due to her weight, she worked hard on her diet and exercise regime to regain her acting opportunities.
8. Meghana Raj received the ‘Kochi Times Film Award for Promising Newcomer’ for her role in ‘Beautiful’ and the ‘Suvarna Film Award for Best Debut Actress’ for ‘Punda’ in 2011.
9. In 2015, she ranked 15th in Kochi Times' 'Most desirable Woman' list and 10th in Bangalore Times' 'Most desirable Women' list.
10. A passionate dog lover, Meghana Raj cherishes her pet dog, Bheema.
11. Tragically, her husband, Chiranjeevi Sarja, passed away from a cardiac arrest at the Apollo Hospital in Jayanagar, Bengaluru on 7 June 2020.
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