Tasneem Sheikh

Personal life Tasneem Sheik was born to a Muslim family in Jammu and Kashmir on 4 August 1980. She married Sameer Nerurkar, a merchant Navy officer in 2006. They have a daughter named Tia, who inspired her to return to the industry after 6 years.

In 2021, Sheikh was tested positive for COVID-19.

Religion Sheikh converted to Hinduism from Islam after marriage, and changed her name to Tanisha Nerurkar. She is a devotee of Ganesha and often visits Siddhivinayak Temple on Tuesdays. She defines herself "a God-fearing person [who] respect all religions. I have been to Vaishnodevi temple, Haji Ali dargah and Mount Mary church too." Early in her career, she appeared in shows such as Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, Kkusum and Kasautii Zindagii Kay. She has also done a Gujarati film, Natasamarat.

Sheikh has gained attention for often playing negative characters. In 2017, she revealed she refrains from taking positive roles as they "lack versatility".

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