Social media is abuzz with pictures of Saaniya Chandok, the renowned animal-welfare advocate and entrepreneur, following her wedding to Arjun Tendulkar, son of cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, on Thursday. While cricket and Bollywood have often created power couples, Arjun and Saaniya’s story stands out, as she has made her mark independently in the luxury pet-care industry.
Early Life and Education
Born on 23 June 1998 in Mumbai, Saaniya Chandok attended some of the city’s top educational institutions, including BD Somani International School and The Cathedral & John Connon School. She later pursued higher studies in the United Kingdom, earning a degree in Business Management from the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) in 2020. In 2024, she also became a certified veterinary technician after completing the ABC programme from the Worldwide Veterinary Service (WVS).
Career and Animal Welfare Initiatives
Combining her passion for animals with business expertise, Saaniya Chandok founded Mr Paws Pet Spa & Store LLP in Mumbai in 2022. The venture offers luxury pet wellness services, providing specialised care for pets in India. Despite her family’s extensive business legacy, Saaniya Chandok chose to carve her own niche in the growing urban pet-care sector.
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Saaniya Chandok Family Background
Saaniya Chandok hails from the influential Ghai business family. She is the granddaughter of Ravi Ghai, Chairman of the Graviss Group, which has major stakes in hospitality and food businesses. The family manages iconic brands including The InterContinental Hotel (Marine Drive, Mumbai), Baskin-Robbins India, and The Brooklyn Creamery.
Personal Life
Though Saaniya and Arjun Tendulkar have known each other for years, their relationship became public only with their engagement announcement. Known for maintaining a low profile, Saaniya Chandok focuses on her professional ventures and animal welfare initiatives. She has long been part of the Tendulkar family’s social circle and shares a close bond with Arjun’s sister, Sara Tendulkar.