Shana is an up-and-coming child actor and model born to a French-Filipino family in Doha, Qatar, and raised in Marrakech, Morocco. She began her career in the Singapore entertainment industry at the age of five, having been recognised for her talent as early as two years old. Growing up in a family with a strong appreciation for the arts, Shana developed a passion for performing and modelling.

In December 2022, Shana hosted the first Live Kids Fashion Show for the Ultra Funk Collection, marking a key moment in her young career. In 2024, Shana participated in several prestigious fashion shows organised by Kids21, Takashimaya, and Zimmerman. She was also featured in both the Cultural Fashion Show and the Asian Village Festival Fashion Show by Maison Inabel during the same year.

In preparation for her debut lead role as Dana in Paper Planes, Don’t Always Soar, Shana attended one-to-one workshop sessions with the film director, Diyana Amir. This experience gave her the chance to demonstrate her acting abilities on a new platform. Despite her young age, Shana is known for her professionalism and natural stage presence. She has a reputation for being sweet, kind, and respectful, qualities which have endeared her to peers alike.