Sana Raees Khan’s courtroom called life

SRK Legal is spearheaded by Sana Raees Khan, a young and dynamic lawyer, practising at Bombay High Court and the Supreme Court of India. SRK Legal deals with criminal, civil, and corporate law, with Sana handling with many difficult legal cases. Her courtroom victories led to her featuring in the 2024 Netflix docuseries ‘The Indrani Mukerjea Story: Buried Truth’, which delved into the complexities of an intricate case, shining a light on her role in it. “I am also a public speaker, author and public figure,” Sana says. “I ran my own show on TV and am also into singing.” Incidentally, she recently purchased a villa in Dubai. A contestant on the popular Hindi reality show Bigg Boss, Sana has not allowed the many feathers in her cap affect her professional life; she aims to continue her work in criminal defence, mentoring young lawyers, and advocating for judicial reforms. She throws more light on her life and work

How do you work in so many fields — lawyer, author, entrepreneur, fashionista, speaker ... How do you align the legal and aesthetic sides?

For me, none of these roles compete with each other; they complement each other. Law sharpens my intellect and discipline, while fashion, writing and public speaking, allow me to express creativity. A lawyer spends years understanding human behaviour, emotions and conflict. Fashion is another language through which you express identity and confidence. I don’t see them as opposites; I see them as different dimensions of the same personality.

What did you get out of Bigg Boss? (Also, are you a Bigg Boss in real life?)

Bigg Boss gave people an opportunity to see me beyond the courtroom. Until then, many knew me only as a criminal lawyer handling high-profile cases. The show introduced my personality to a much wider audience. As for being a “Bigg Boss” in real life, I’m disciplined, decisive and I naturally take charge when responsibility demands it. But leadership isn’t about controlling people; it’s about earning respect through competence and consistency. That’s the kind of leader I aspire to be.

What works have you authored?

I’m currently writing a book that, Insha Allah, will be released later this year. It draws from my experiences as a young lawyer and explores important legal and contemporary issues in a way that’s engaging and accessible. Beyond the book, I’ve written extensively on law, criminal justice and current legal developments through articles and public commentary. My aim has always been to make the law easier to understand because legal awareness shouldn’t be confined to courtrooms or law schools, which I successfully did through my Show Rule of Law with Sana Raees Khan on NDTV. An informed citizen is an empowered citizen, and I believe the law should be understood by everyone, not just lawyers.

What attracts you to fashion? Do you design dresses?

Fashion fascinates me because it’s another form of communication. Before you speak, people perceive you through your presence. I enjoy conceptualising outfits, selecting silhouettes, fabrics and detailing to ensure every look reflects my personality. It’s a collaborative creative process.

What was your subject at TEDx?

My TEDx talk focused on resilience, breaking stereotypes and redefining success beyond conventional labels. I spoke about how society often expects people, especially women, to fit into predefined boxes. My journey has been about refusing those limitations and proving that you can pursue excellence across different fields without compromising your authenticity.

Would you consider yourself as famous — or more famous — as the other SRK (Indian film star Shah Rukh Khan)?

I’m focused on building a legacy of my own. My ambition has never been to be compared with anyone else. I want my work, my expertise and my contribution to speak for themselves. I aspire to create a global legacy through excellence in law, entrepreneurship, writing and public advocacy. I want to be recognised not merely for being known, but for making a meaningful impact whether it’s shaping legal discourse, empowering people through knowledge or inspiring others to break barriers. If, years from now, people across the world associate the name Sana Raees Khan with excellence, courage and someone who made meaningful change in society, that for me would be sufficient!