Kunickaa Sadanand, also known as Kunika, is among the seasoned names inside Bigg Boss 19. An actress, lawyer, activist and entrepreneur. She carries not just a career full of highlights but also a personal life shaped by her marriages, relationships and journey as a mother. Her presence in the house is not just about entertainment; it also represents decades of resilience, reinvention and family values.
Kunickaa began her acting career in the late 1980s and went on to become a familiar face in films and television. She featured in notable movies like Beta, Gumrah, Khiladi and Hum Saath Saath Hain, often playing bold and strong characters. On television too, she left her mark with serials such as Swabhimaan and Sanjog Se Bani Sangini. Yet, it is her personal life that adds another dimension to her identity.
Kunickaa married young, at the age of 18, in what was described as a love marriage. From this relationship, she had her first son, Arihant. The marriage did not last, and a long custody battle followed. Eventually, Arihant chose to stay with his father, marking a difficult chapter in Kunickaa early adult life. Despite that loss, she has often spoken about the love and bond she continues to feel as a mother.
Later in life, she married again, this time to Vinay Lall, who was based in the United States. From this marriage, she had her second son, Ayaan. However, this relationship too did not endure, and Kunickaa returned to India in 2006 with Ayaan, whom she raised as a single parent. Unlike the first experience, she remained the primary caregiver. She has spoken about the challenges and joys of bringing him up independently. Today, Ayaan is an integral part of her life, and Kunickaa often credits motherhood with giving her strength and clarity in difficult times.
Her personal life also included a widely discussed relationship with singer Kumar Sanu in the 1990s. She has openly admitted to considering him like a husband during that period, even though he was married at the time. While the relationship ended, Kunickaa has described it as an important chapter of her journey, one that taught her lessons about trust, companionship and moving on. She has since called it a closed chapter and continues to maintain a dignified outlook on her past.
Family ties extend beyond her immediate circle as well. Her brother, Kabir Sadanand, works as a well-known actor and filmmaker, while her sister Shivani married actor Deepak Tijori. This creative background has kept her connected to the industry even during breaks from active acting. Her elder son Arihant, now grown up, has married. Making Kunickaa a grandmother a role she cherishes deeply alongside her professional commitments.
