Quick Info
| Profession | Model, Choreographer, Biology Tutor, Social Media Influencer |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 28/10/1998 |
| Age | 26 years (died on 13, Jul, 2025) |
| Birthplace | Karamanikuppam, Puducherry, India |
| Date of Death | 13/07/2025 |
Latest News about San Rachel
13/07/2025
San Rachel, a Puducherry-based model and social media influencer known for speaking out against colour bias in the beauty industry, died by suicide after being treated for complications following an alleged overdose of tablets. Reports said she had been under severe financial and personal stress, and police recovered suicide notes that did not blame anyone for her death. A tahsildar-level inquiry was ordered into the circumstances.
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Bio/Wiki
| Birth Name | Shankari Priya Gandhi |
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| Nick Name | Dark Queen |
| Famous for | Her activism against colourism |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 6" (167 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Light Brown |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College/University | Indira Gandhi Medical College, Tamil Nadu |
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| Educational Qualification | A degree in Biology |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Ethnicity | South Indian, Tamil |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Marriage Date | June 2024 |
| Husband/Spouse | Sathya (Fashion Designer) |
Family
| Father | D. Gandhi |
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| Siblings | Gautham Gandhi |
Career
| Overview | San Rachel began her professional modeling career in 2017, rising through initial setbacks, including facing rejection in beauty pageants due to her skin color. She gained recognition by winning several beauty titles, including Miss Dark Queen Tamil Nadu 2019, Miss Best Attitude 2019, Miss Puducherry 2020-2021, Queen of Madras 2022-2023, and represented India at Miss Africa Golden 2023. Alongside modeling, she was a choreographer, biology tutor, and co-founded a modeling agency named Rose Noire Fashion & Grooming Ltd. while mentoring aspiring models. Her activism against colorism made her a prominent figure, as she advocated for inclusivity in the fashion industry. |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/san_rechal_official/ | |
| https://x.com/sanrechal |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Raised by her father after losing her mother at a young age, San faced social biases that ignited her passion for challenging stereotypes. | |
| 2. Despite her fame, she experienced significant financial troubles, which culminated in selling personal items to support her activities. | |
| 3. Her advocacy included opening a non-profit organization called 'RADO’s Gift' to care for stray puppies, showcasing her love for animals. | |
| 4. Despite her struggles, she remained a judge and jury member in fashion events, contributing to the industry beyond modeling. |