Sakshi Shivdasani
Sakshi Shivdasani (born 3 March 1997) is an Indian model, digital content creator, social media influencer and podcaster. She initially gained recognition through the modelling reality television show MTV Supermodel of the Year in 2019. She later transitioned into digital content creation, becoming known for her humorous videos, distinctive voice and commentary on everyday situations. She is also the co-host of the comedy and lifestyle podcast Moment of Silence, alongside Naina Bhan.
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Early life and education
Sakshi Shivdasani was born on 3 March 1997 in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. She grew up in Mumbai, where she completed her early education. She attended Mithibai College of Arts, Chauhan Institute of Science and Amrutben Jivanlal College of Commerce and Economics for her junior college education. She subsequently attended K. C. College in Mumbai, where she pursued higher education in finance. She graduated with a degree in Finance. During her college years, Shivdasani developed an interest in modelling, fashion and entertainment. In 2013, she participated in the Miss Umang beauty pageant, where she reportedly reached the top five contestants.
Career
Modelling career. Shivdasani began her professional modelling career in 2016. Her early assignments included print photography and commercial advertising campaigns. She worked on an internal advertising campaign for Maybelline Cosmetics and appeared in a web advertisement for Uber Eats. She also participated in fashion shows and modelling events, walking the runway for designers including Jenny Dadlani. Her modelling assignments helped her gain experience in the fashion and advertising industries. In 2018, she reportedly worked as an associate at US Freedom Capital. During the same period, she became associated with TOABH Talent Management, a talent management agency representing models and entertainment professionals.
MTV Supermodel of the Year. In 2019, Shivdasani made her television debut as a contestant on the Indian modelling reality show MTV Supermodel of the Year. The programme featured aspiring models competing in a series of fashion, photography, runway and personality-based challenges. The show was presented by Malaika Arora and featured Milind Soman, Ujjwala Raut, Masaba Gupta and Anusha Dandekar as judges and mentors. Shivdasani became one of the top 10 contestants in the competition. Her participation introduced her to a wider television audience and provided her with exposure to the Indian fashion and entertainment industries. Although modelling was her initial career direction, the experience also influenced her decision to explore other forms of entertainment.
Digital content creation. Following her modelling career and television appearance, Shivdasani gradually shifted towards social media content creation. During the COVID-19 lockdown in 2020, she began regularly producing humorous videos and short-form content on Instagram. Her videos frequently explored everyday situations, dating experiences, relationships, social interactions and observations about contemporary life. One of her recurring content formats, titled "The Boy I'm Dating", attracted considerable attention on Instagram. Her distinctive speaking voice and conversational style became recognisable features of her online identity. In an interview published by Femina on 30 September 2021, Shivdasani discussed her transition from modelling to content creation and explained how humorous behind-the-scenes posts had initially helped her develop an online audience. Over time, she expanded her digital presence through lifestyle videos, fashion-related content, personal experiences and collaborations with other creators. She also developed a following through her candid approach to discussing relationships and everyday experiences.
Podcasting, Moment of Silence. In November 2023, Shivdasani launched the podcast Moment of Silence alongside content creator and actress Naina Bhan. The podcast focuses on conversations about relationships, friendships, dating, personal experiences, social expectations and everyday observations. The programme follows an informal conversational format in which the two hosts discuss subjects from their personal experiences and perspectives. Its episodes include discussions about contemporary relationships, social behaviour, lifestyle and topics frequently discussed by young audiences. The podcast developed a following through its conversational style and the chemistry between its hosts. It is distributed through digital audio and video platforms, including YouTube and podcast streaming services. By 2026, Moment of Silence had become an established part of Shivdasani's professional career. The programme continued releasing episodes, with its podcast catalogue documenting conversations and guest appearances.
Recent work. By 2025 and 2026, Shivdasani had established herself as a podcaster and digital creator in addition to her earlier modelling work. She continued producing social media content and hosting Moment of Silence with Naina Bhan. On 12 August 2026, she was featured in Cosmopolitan India in an interview titled "We put Sakshi Shivdasani through the Cosmo quiz and she did not hold back". The feature discussed her personality, interests, lifestyle and experiences as a content creator and podcaster.
Personal life
Shivdasani generally keeps details about her immediate family and private relationships away from extensive public discussion. Information about her parents and siblings has not been widely documented in reliable media sources. She has publicly discussed her friendships, personal experiences and lifestyle through her social media content and podcast appearances. Her hometown is Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
Tattoos
Shivdasani has several tattoos on different parts of her body. These include a heart near her left collarbone, which she has identified as her first tattoo. Other tattoos reportedly include a melting smiley face, a hand gesture, a representation of Jupiter, a thunderbolt, a flame, a single-line face illustration and a cheetah accompanied by the number 222. She has shared photographs and videos of some of her tattoos through social media.
Interests and activities
Apart from modelling and digital content creation, Shivdasani has expressed an interest in fitness, travel, fashion and entertainment. Her reported interests and activities include: Dance — she has described herself as a trained Kathak dancer. Martial arts — she has participated in kickboxing, mixed martial arts (MMA) and judo. Fitness — she regularly shares gym-related content and workout experiences. Travel — travelling is among her reported hobbies. Fashion — she frequently shares fashion, styling and lifestyle-related content. She has also expressed an interest in music, television and popular entertainment. Coldplay has been mentioned among her favourite music bands.
Television
| Year | Programme | Platform | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | MTV Supermodel of the Year | MTV India | Contestant |
Podcast
| Year | Title | Co-host | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023–present | Moment of Silence | Naina Bhan | Comedy and conversational podcast |
Profile Summary
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full name | Sakshi Shivdasani |
| Date of birth | 3 March 1997 |
| Birthplace | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Education | Finance, K. C. College, Mumbai |
| Occupation | Model, digital content creator, podcaster |
| Years active | 2016–present |
| Known for | MTV Supermodel of the Year, Moment of Silence podcast |
| @sakshishivdasani | |
| YouTube | @sakshi_shivdasani |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sakshi Shivdasani born?
She was born on 3 March 1997 in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
What is Sakshi Shivdasani known for?
She is known for MTV Supermodel of the Year (2019), her humorous Instagram videos, and co-hosting the Moment of Silence podcast.
What is Moment of Silence?
A comedy and lifestyle podcast launched in November 2023, co-hosted by Sakshi Shivdasani and Naina Bhan, about relationships, friendships and everyday life.
Who is Sakshi Shivdasani's podcast co-host?
Content creator and actress Naina Bhan.
Where did Sakshi Shivdasani study?
She studied finance at K. C. College in Mumbai, after junior college at Mithibai College.
What are Sakshi Shivdasani's social media handles?
Instagram @sakshishivdasani and YouTube @sakshi_shivdasani, plus the Moment of Silence podcast channel on YouTube.
