✦ Celebrity stories, facts and career updates. Explore F4U now →

Home › Biography › Arti Nayar

Arti Nayar biographyFeatured Biography

Image source: StarsUnfolded

Celebrities

Arti Nayar Biography: Age, Career, Family and More

F4U Editorial Desk • Updated October 3, 2026 • 6 min read

Quick Info

Date of birth10 August 1987

Age33 Years (as of 2020)

BirthplaceAssam

ProfessionMakeup Artist

NationalityIndian

Marital statusMarried

SpouseSaurabh Dudhoria

FamilyMother - Anjali Nayar; Sister - Diya Nayar; Father - deceased

Arti Nayar Biography

Arti Nayar is an Indian makeup artist known for her work with leading Bollywood actresses. Born in Assam and raised in Kolkata, she progressed from styling

Early life and background

Arti Nayar was born on 10 August 1987 in Assam and grew up in Kolkata. From an early age she was drawn to fashion, styling and the film world; watching Hindi films played a role in shaping her ambitions. Her family includes her mother, Anjali Nayar, and a sister, Diya Nayar, who is a certified marathon trainer. Her father passed away.

Arti has described herself as having an oily-combination skin type and has long been interested in learning about skincare and makeup. She pursued formal training in makeup styling, starting with a course at Bharat & Dorris and later attending additional courses and masterclasses to refine her craft.

Career

Arti began her professional journey in styling, with one of her early film set roles being as a stylist on Wake Up Sid (2009). While working on sets she became increasingly interested in makeup and hair, which redirected her career focus. She sought mentorship from established artists and credits Namrata Soni as a key influence and mentor who helped shape her approach to skin-focused, natural makeup.

Her first experiences assisting on film projects included working with Namrata Soni on Aisha (2010), where she first assisted on Sonam K Ahuja. Over time Arti transitioned to independent makeup work. Her first credited project as an independent makeup artist was Neerja (2016), where she handled Sonam K Ahuja’s makeup and hairstyling. Since then she has worked with a number of high-profile actresses and is known for collaborating with Sonam Kapoor (Ahuja), as well as having worked with performers such as Katrina Kaif, Parineeti Chopra and Sara Ali Khan. Her credits include work on films such as Bharat (2019) and Namastey London (2007) in connection with Katrina Kaif.

Arti emphasizes a skin-first, natural approach to makeup and has identified essential daily products she carries—mascara, blush, lipstick, an eyelash curler and kajal. She has also spoken about the influence of artists like Anil Chinnappa, Mickey Contractor and Puneet Saini on her taste and technique.

Public profile

Arti is active on social media and often shares makeup and skincare tips, tutorials and behind-the-scenes glimpses from her work. She posts about travel, food and her pets; Thai cuisine is among the foods she particularly enjoys. Her pet dog and cat occasionally appear in her posts. She has a visible personal style that includes a tattoo on her foot in Spanish.

Outside of beauty and fashion, Arti is involved in social causes and has worked as a fundraiser for United Way of Mumbai. She has also spoken in interviews about the products she favors in her own routines, such as Immortelle Precious Eye Balm by L’Occitane and a sports BB cream with high SPF from Shiseido, highlighting her belief in sunscreen as an essential part of skincare.

Personal life

Arti Nayar married businessman Saurabh Dudhoria on 12 February 2020. She lists her hometown as Assam and holds Indian nationality. Her stated food habit is non-vegetarian and she enjoys traveling and exploring different cuisines in her free time.

Latest updates

Arti continues to work in films and editorial projects while maintaining an active presence on social media where she shares beauty tips and snapshots from her professional and personal life. She remains closely associated with Sonam Kapoor, who she has called a muse for allowing creative freedom in looks and experimentation.
◈

Recent Work

Neerja

Makeup and hairstyling for Sonam K Ahuja (first independent film credit)

2016
Bharat

Worked with Katrina Kaif

2019
Namastey London

Worked with Katrina Kaif

2007
✦

Career Highlights

  1. Started career as a stylist on Wake Up Sid (2009) and transitioned into makeup
  2. First independent makeup artist credit on Neerja (2016)
  3. Worked with leading Bollywood actresses including Sonam Kapoor, Katrina Kaif, Parineeti Chopra and Sara Ali Khan
  4. Mentored by Namrata Soni and influenced by makeup artists Anil Chinnappa, Mickey Contractor and Puneet Saini
?

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Arti Nayar born?

10 August 1987

What is Arti Nayar known for?

Makeup Artist

What is Arti Nayar’s marital status?

Married

Who is Arti Nayar married to?

Saurabh Dudhoria