Sohail Rekhi is an Indian businessman who is the son of well-known actor and actress Shashi Rekhi also known as Kamaljeet and Waheeda Rehman. Waheeda Rehman is known for her roles in films such as ‘Kagaz ke Phool, Guide, and Teesri Kasam”. His father is known for movies such as Satyam Shivam Sundaram.
He is a multifaceted personality and in this article, we will explore more about him, his personal life, his professional life, and more.
Who is Sohail Rekhi?
Sohail Rekhi’s year of birth is 1976. His place of birth is Bangalore, Karnataka, India. He was born into a family of rich legacies in the film and entertainment industry. Sohail is known for several reasons. He is known partly due to his philanthropy, his parents, his entrepreneurship, and his relationship as well. He married a Bhutanese national in 2016.
Detail | Information |
Birth Name | Sohail Rekhi |
Other Name | Sohail Rekhy |
Date of Birth | In year 1976 |
Gender | Male |
Birth Place | Bangalore, Karnataka |
Profession | Writer, EntrepreneurOwner of Sadaya Guild |
Caste | Khatri |
Father’s Name | Shashi Rekhi urf Kamaljeet |
Mother’s Name | Waheeda Rehman |
Siblings | Kashvi Rekhi |
Marital Status | Married |
Spouse Dechhen | Pelden |
Children | Daughter: Rinchen Rekhi |
Nationality | Indian |
Religion | Hinduism |
Famous for | Being the son of Waheeda Rehman |
Ethnicity | South Asian |
Sohail Rekhi Age
As of 2025, Sohail Rekhi age is 49 years. Despite growing up in the limelight, he likes to keep his life private as much as possible. He got married at the age of 38 to his wife, Dechhen Pelden.
Sohail Rekhi Height and Physical Attributes
Sohail is a tall individual with a height of 5 feet and 11 inches or approximately 180 cm. There are no publicly disclosed details concerning his physical attributes.
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Age | 49 years |
Height | 5 feet 11 inches |
Weight | In kilograms: 75 kg approx, In pounds: 165.34 lbs |
Eye Colour | Black |
Hair Colour | Black |
Sohail Rekhi Education Background
Sohail went to Tamil Nadu and Bangalore to complete his schooling. He did his schooling at Kodaikanal International School in Tamil Nadu and Bishop Cotton Boys’ School in Bangalore. After completing his schooling he went to Canada to pursue higher education. He received his degree in bachelors in arts from Innis College, University of Toronto, Canada.
Sohail Rekhi Family and Other Relatives
Below is the information of Sohail family and relatives,
Relation | Name | Details |
Mother | Waheeda Rehman | Famous Hindi cinema actress, collaborated with Guru Dutt, received Filmfare Award for Best Actress, Padma Vibhushan, and Dadasaheb Phalke Award (2023). |
Father | Shashi Rekhi (Kamaljeet) | Hindi film actor, started career in 1956 with “Mr. Lambu,” known for “Son of India” and “Shagun,” passed away in 2000. |
Sister | Kashvi Rekhi | Writer in the entertainment industry, previously a script supervisor, assistant director, and development head at Mirchi Movies (2007–2010). |
Cousins | Madan Chopra, Nakul Chopra, Tuck Chopra, Manpal Rekhy | – |
Aunts | Sudha Chopra (Actress), Sayeeda Rehman Malik, Shahida Rehman, Zahida Rehman | – |
Maternal Grandfather | Mohammad Abdur Rahman | – |
Maternal Grandmother | Mumtaz Begum | – |

Sohail Rekhi Professional Career
Sohail, along with being an entrepreneur, is also a writer. He owns a furniture company called Sadaya Guild. As of July 20th, 2015, he was appointed as the director of the Minim Charitable Foundation. He shares this position along with his mother and sister, Waheeda Rehman and Kashvi Rekhi respectively.
Career-wise, he has stayed away from the film and entertainment industry. However, he is seen at various social gatherings of celebrities with this mother. However, both his parents have had a vast and extensive career in the film industry.
Waheeda Rehman Career Status

Waheeda Rehman appeared in a large number of films during the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s. Some of her well-recognized films are Guide, Pyaasa, Kaagaz Ke Phool, and Reshma Aur Shera. Her legacy is the memorable classical and contemporary roles that she has played in films. For her acting skills, she has won several awards. Some of the most notable awards that she has won are Padma Shri in 1969 and Padma Bhushan in 2011 by the Government of India. She also won the Lifetime Filmfare Achievement Award in 2003. She is still admire for her elegance, grace, and versatility.
Sohail Rekhi Father Shashi Rekhi Career

His father’s real name is Shashi Rekhi aka Kamaljeet. He has done lead and supporting roles and he acted between the 1950s and 1960s. He has worked in films such as Satyam Shivam Sundaram which was released in 1978 and was directed by Raj Kapoor. Another film in which he played a role in Anjaana was released in 1969. However, his success was often overshadowed by his wife’s success.
His parents’ combined legacy has left a significant and powerful impact in the Film and entertainment industry.
Sohail’s Wife / Marital Status

Sohail married a Bhutanese National Dechhen Pelden, in Paro, Bhutan. The two of them have a daughter together. No further details are available about his marriage and family life.

Sohail Rekhi Net worth
There is no publicly available information about what his net worth is and what assets or investments that he has.
Sohail Social Media Presence
He is not present on social media.
Frequently Asked Question (FAQs)
Ans. Sohail is around 49 years old.
Ans. Sashi Rekhi and Waheeda Rehman.
Ans. Dechhen Pelden is Sohail Rekhi wife.
Ans. He is a Hindu.