Dr Sharmika Saran Tharun is a doctor in the field of Siddha, which has wide public attention, also as a health influencer and social media personality from Tamil Nadu, India. Known for her frank opinions on traditional medicine and a large online following, she has drawn out praise and criticism over the years. In 2026, Sharmika is at the age of 32, which makes her date of birth 1994 in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. Presently, she lives and practices in Chennai, where she is also very much into putting out information on holistic health and Siddha medicinal practices.
Early Life and Background
Sharmika was brought up in a health and public affairs-oriented family. Her mother, Daisy Saran, a well-known member of Tamil Nadu’s minority wing of the Bharatiya Janata Party, also heads the business, of which Daisy Healthcare Pvt Ltd is a part, along with its affiliated hospitals. Also, a part of that which Sharmika grew up in was that her father, Rtn Saran Ramachandran, introduced her to the medical environment at an early age. Also in this family tradition, which Sharmika grew up in, was that her sister Dr. Romica, also went into the medical field. This family background, which surrounded Sharmika, also played a role in shaping her interest in traditional medicine at a very young age.
Sharmika completed her studies in the field of Siddha medicine at Sri Sairam Siddha Medical College in Chennai, which was a great opportunity for her to study ancient Indian medical science. Upon graduation, she began working in the clinical field as well as doing outreaches via different digital platforms, which she did in order to bring ancient healing practices to a modern audience.
Personal Life
In terms of her personal life, Sharmika was married to Tharun, a fashion designer, who was a part of her young adult years. The couple tied the knot in a very public affair, which got a lot of media and public attention, at the time of the wedding and also post the event when they shared the news on social media.
Reports also over the years put out that Sharmika and Tharun’s relationship broke, which it did, and by 2026, she is seen to be single at the end of that marriage. The exact terms of the divorce did not see the light of day, but what was noted was a change in her social media, which by all accounts was very independent and also comments which indicated a great deal of personal growth, which didn’t point to a lasting union. Also, there is no report of any children from this marriage.
Career
Sharmika has had a mixed professional background of traditional Siddha practice and digital education. Upon entry into the field of Siddha medicine, which also included a strong dose of the traditional in its practices, she began to use social media as a platform to put out information on natural remedies, health tips and lifestyle advice that is based in a holistic framework. Her material covers issues related to digestive health, skin care, which is based on traditional treatments, and nutrition, which aligns with ancient healing philosophies.
Her online presence grew, which in turn won her audiences on platforms like Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook, where she built a large following. However, Sharmika’s approach did not go unchallenged. She put forth what some considered to be out-of-the-blue statements on modern science and health, which included that moral action plays a role in fertility or that we should put aside scientific research in favour of natural remedies, which in turn sparked debate in medical and public forums. The criticism reached a peak when health authorities in Tamil Nadu asked her to present the science behind her claims. Sharmika did respond to some of the issues put forth at a public level, which saw her acknowledge the importance of responsible health communication, which was a 180-degree turn from her previous stands, but at the same time, she is still very much into what she terms as total wellness.
Hobbies and Interests
Outside of work, you’ll find Sharmika in the midst of wellness and personal creative endeavours. She is very much into music, which is a great way for her to de-stress at the end of long days. Also, a great traveler she does a lot of exploring of new places and different foods, which she in turn shares with her followers. Also, Sharmika has a very warm spot in her heart for animals, particularly dogs, which is a display of her very nurturing self.
Conclusion
Dr Sharmika Tharun’s path from a Siddha medicine student to a recognised health influencer is a case of how traditional practitioners’ roles are changing in the digital age. By age 32, she has built out her career and reached wide audiences, which at the same time has brought out support and criticism.
