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Actor Sana Khan posted a surprise message on Thursday evening announcing that she was leaving showbiz. She wrote in a lengthy note: “"I declare that from today onwards, I have resolved to say goodbye to my showbiz lifestyle forever and serve humanity and follow the orders of my Creator.”
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The actress has been a part of the entertainment industry for over a decade. She kicked-off her career with modeling once she had finished schooling.
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The actress, who just turned 33 on August 21, made her movie debut in the Hindi film ‘Yehi Hai High Society’ in 2005. She entered the Tamil movie scene with a stint in ‘Silambattam’.
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Khan is no stranger to reality TV. She shot to fame when she participated in the Salman Khan hosted show ‘Bigg Boss 6’ and dance show ‘Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa Season 7’.
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Khan has also been involved in some controversies. In 2013, she was in trouble with the law over the abduction of a 15-year-old. Later however, she was found innocent of all charges.
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In 2007, the actress had made headlines for another ‘scandal’. The graphic nature of an ad she worked on resulted in the Indian government banning it.
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However, the actor rebounded and went on to do a number of music videos with celebrities such as Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, Hrithik Roshan, Akshay Kumar, Yuvraj Singh and Mahendra Singh Dhoni.
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Khan has also had to contend with heartbreak in the public eye. She and choreographer Melvin Louis confirmed their relationship in February last year, but then abruptly ended things a year later. In an interview with ‘Times of India’, she said: “I broke up with Melvin because he was cheating on me. I had loved him with all my heart and was committed to him. What I got in return has disturbed and shaken me. I have developed anxiety issues and am dealing with depression ever since.”
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As Khan walks away from show business, she is receiving a lot of love from her former peers. Actress Divya Agarwal tweeted: “Whatever makes you happy. So happy you found your path. Allah aapko dhersari khushiyaan de..[May God give you much happiness].” Ridhi Dogra and Muzamil Ibrahim also wished Khan luck.
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