Arishfa Khan’s career began unusually early. Growing up between Shahjahanpur, Delhi and Mumbai, she entered television at around age 8–9 after visiting sets with her mother. Early roles built familiarity among Indian TV audiences, with the young Gunjan character in Veera becoming a notable childhood credit.

As short-form video platforms rose, she pivoted effectively, amassing tens of millions of followers through dance, fashion and lifestyle content. The TikTok ban tested many creators, yet she maintained and grew her audience on Instagram (reaching approximately 29–29.8 million by late 2026) and YouTube. Parallel work in music videos and the launch of Mishy Me Cosmetics marked her expansion into entrepreneurship. Her Bigg Boss 20 participation in 2026 brought her television roots and digital fame into the same spotlight. Throughout, accounts emphasise family support—particularly from her mother—and a journey that spans traditional TV child stardom to modern influencer success.