Ranveer Singh's co-actress, a DU graduate, once stayed at Delhi's Satya Niketan. Check Aditi Sharma's educational qualifications

Delhi’s Satya Niketan has long been one of the most popular student neighbourhoods in the capital. Located close to Delhi University’s South Campus, the locality is home to thousands of students, particularly those who come from outside Delhi for higher education. Over the years, the area has also been associated with several young professionals and public figures who spent their college years there.

One such name is actress Aditi Sharma, who is known for her work in Hindi, Punjabi and Telugu films and television. The actress, who has also shared screen space with Ranveer Singh in Ladies vs Ricky Bahl, was once a resident of Satya Niketan during her college days.

Actress Aditi Sharma graduated from Delhi University

Ranveer Singh's co-actress pursued a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) Honours degree from Sri Venkateswara College, University of Delhi. Her decision to study at DU was something she had worked towards from her school days.

In an interview with The Times of India in 2023, Aditi spoke about her emotional connection with Delhi and her college years. According to the actress, she had put considerable effort into her Class XII examinations because getting admission to Delhi University was one of her major goals.

During her three years in Delhi, Sharma stayed at Satya Niketan. Her memories of the locality are therefore closely linked with an important period of her life, when she was balancing academics, college activities and her growing ambitions.

She also credited Sri Venkateswara College with playing an important role in shaping her personality. Speaking to TOI, she said her college experience helped her become more confident. She particularly remembered the support she received from her professors.

The actress also participated actively in college life. She recalled hosting the annual college event Nexus during her second and final years.

From DU student to a familiar face on screen

Aditi Sharma entered the entertainment industry after winning the talent-hunting reality show India’s Best Cinestars Ki Khoj in 2004. The victory opened the door to a career that would take her across Hindi, Punjabi and Telugu cinema, as well as television.

She made her Hindi film debut with Khanna & Iyer in 2007. She subsequently appeared in Telugu movies including Gunde Jhallumandi and Om Shanti. Her Hindi film credits include Mausam, Ladies vs Ricky Bahl, Ekkees Toppon Ki Salaami and Saat Uchakkey.

Her career also expanded into Punjabi cinema, where she featured in films such as Angrej, Subedar Joginder Singh, Laatu, Golak Bugni Bank Te Batua, Ikko Mikke and Teeja Punjab.

On television, Aditi rose to fame for her performances in shows including Gangaa and Silsila Badalte Rishton Ka. She later appeared as the lead in Katha Ankahee, opposite Adnan Khan. The show was adapted from the Turkish series Binbir Gece, while incorporating changes for Indian audiences.

Satya Niketan tragedy puts student accommodation under scrutiny

Satya Niketan has recently returned to the spotlight for a tragic reason. On September 6, 2026, a five-storey building operating as a boys' paying guest accommodation collapsed in the area. Seven people, including five students and two labourers, lost their lives.

According to police, the property was allegedly registered in the name of 75-year-old Urmila Gupta. Her husband, Hariram Gupta, and their son, Mahesh Gupta, were also involved in managing the property. All three were arrested in connection with the case.

Police said the building had been undergoing repair work before the collapse. Investigators are examining issues including work in the basement, accumulated waste and seepage or water-related problems. The property had reportedly been leased to PG operators operating under the name Hostel Daze in August 2025.

The tragedy has renewed concerns about the safety of private PGs that accommodate students around Delhi's major educational institutions. With university hostels unable to accommodate every student who needs a room, many students depend on private paying guest facilities.

The incident has also strengthened calls for tighter regulation of student accommodation, as reported by ANI. Proposed measures include mandatory licensing and verification of PG operators, CCTV cameras, visitor registers and wardens, along with additional security requirements for larger accommodations.

The Supreme Court has also agreed to examine a petition concerning safety audits of student accommodation around colleges and universities in Delhi. For a locality remembered by many students, including Aditi Sharma, the Satya Niketan tragedy has therefore brought a much more serious questions to the forefront.