This star kid won hearts as the robotic girl in “Karishma Ka Karishma,” has now left acting behind to pursue a new life as an archaeologist and entrepreneur in Ireland.
Published: October 17, 2025 6:17 PM IST
In the early 2000s, the television show “Karishma Ka Karishma” gained immense popularity among children. The actress who played the role of Karishma, a little robotic girl, was Jhanak Shukla, who won the hearts of audiences with her innocence and bubbly demeanor. At that time, she became a household name. But today, Jhanak’s life has completely changed. She has bid farewell to the world of acting forever and has begun a new career. Her life is now on a different track, and she is living a happy life.
Left Acting and Settled in a New World
Jhanak Shukla has not only grown up but has also embarked on a new path with a mature and practical outlook. She has distanced herself from acting, completed her post-graduation in archaeology, and is now very serious about working in this field. She herself admits that she left the glamour of acting long ago, when she was just 15 years old. She always loved studies and peace, and gradually her inclination towards acting shifted. Jhanak Shukla is the daughter of famous TV actress Supriya Shukla. Her mother’s acting career inspired her to enter this field as a child.
Worked in This Film Also
Jhanak Shukla has worked not only on television but also in films. She appeared in the Shah Rukh Khan and Jaya Bachchan starrer “Kal Ho Naa Ho,” where she played Jaya Bachchan’s adopted daughter. She also played a significant role in the Hollywood film “One Night with the King.” Although Jhanak’s decision to quit acting came as a surprise to her fans, she proved that success isn’t achieved through just one path. Today, she is emerging with a new identity: a researcher, an entrepreneur, and a wife.
Have Started Doing This Work
Speaking of her personal life, Jhanak has now moved from Mumbai to Dublin, Ireland. Last year, she married her longtime boyfriend and now lives there with him. After leaving acting, Jhanak also started a handmade soap business, which is now slowly growing. Jhanak is very active on social media and shares life updates. She frequently posts reels and photos with her husband.
