Vivek Oberoi’s adopted daughter Sahara Shah is making a strong comeback after battling cancer. She has signed her first Nepali movie, marking a new chapter in her journey and a hopeful return to the world of cinema.
Vivek Oberoi and his wife Priyanka Alva have two children: son Vivaan Veer Oberoi, 13, and daughter Ameyaa Nirvana Oberoi, 11. But what recently led to an internet meltdown was when his adopted daughter, Sahara Shah, now 22 and cancer-free, signed her first film in his presence.
Over the years, Vivek Oberoi has adopted several children battling cancer and taken care of their treatment along with their education. He adopted Sahara when she was just two-and-a-half years old. He introduced her to the Cancer Patients Aid Association, one of India’s largest non-profit organisations in Mumbai, which supports underprivileged children who cannot afford treatment.
Now Sahara, 22, has successfully overcome cancer and has also completed her aviation training, with plans to become a commercial pilot. At the CRPA Cancer Rose Day event in Mumbai on Tuesday, she surprised Vivek by revealing that she is also planning to make her acting debut.
“I completed my aviation training. I’ll see you soon, Dubai, and I don’t think we’ll have distance between us anymore,” said Sahara at the event.
She then revealed that she has chosen to follow another of Vivek’s passions — acting. Sahara announced she has signed a Nepali Film as a lead actor, which is scheduled to release next year. The announcement came as a surprise to Vivek, who was visibly emotional.
“I’m playing a lead actress in a film. It’s a Nepali film. It’s a Nepali film. I haven’t signed yet. I wanted to take your blessing. You’ve been a huge part of my life. I’ve seen you since I was a child, and I always wanted to follow in your footsteps. I’m not even halfway there. I don’t think I’ll be able to reach any place you are in,” said Sahara at the event.
Speaking about the support she received from Vivek over the years, she added, “You’ve always supported me when it came to acting, dancing, and whatever I wanted to do. That gave me so much conviction to dream big for my mom and me. We come from such a background. All of this is such a far-fetched dream. It was all possible because of you.”
Sahara, who fondly referred to Vivek as “dada”, also spoke as “dada”, also spoke about the role he played in her life, saying he was always there for her and filled the void left.
Sahara shared that gifting this to him feels like such a small gesture compared to everything he has done. The sentiment reflects the deep respect and affection behind the gift, making the moment more special and heartfelt. The gesture was not just about the present but also about expressing gratitude and appreciation for their bond.
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