Tanvi Rao is an Indian actress, dancer, and theatre artist known for her work in Kannada and Tamil television, as well as Kannada and Hindi films. She began learning Bharatanatyam at age four and developed an interest in the performing arts during her childhood. Over the years, she has built a career in films, television serials, theatre, and classical dance.
She made her Bollywood debut with the film Gulaab Gang, starring Madhuri Dixit and Juhi Chawla. She later appeared in films such as Rangbirangi, Guns of Banaras, and Gulmohar. On television, she is known for shows including Aakruti, Radhe Shyama, Bhagyalakshmi (also known as Lakshmi Baramma), and the Tamil serial Jamelaa.
Apart from acting, Tanvi has an impressive background in Bharatanatyam and theatre. She completed her education in Performing Arts at Christ University, Bengaluru, and has received several awards for her achievements in dance and culture.
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Tanvi Rao Biography
| Name | Tanvi Rao |
|---|---|
| Profession | Actress, Dancer |
| Date of Birth | May 1, 1998 |
| Age as of (2026) | 28 Years Old |
| Place of Birth / Hometown | Mangalore, Karnataka, India |
| Education / Qualification | Bachelor's degree in Performing Arts |
| School | - |
| College / University | Christ University, Bengaluru |
| Family Details | |
| Father's name | Hariprasad Rao |
| Mother's Name | Swarna Gowri Rao |
| Brother(s) name | None |
| Sister(s) name | None |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Personal Details | |
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
| Relationship, Boyfriend | NA |
| Spouse / Husband Name | NA |
| Children | NA |
| Debut | Gulaab Gang (Hindi) |
Early Life and Education
Tanvi Rao was born on May 1, 1998, in Mangalore, Karnataka, India. She grew up in a family that supported her interests and passion for performing arts. Her father is Hariprasad Rao, and her mother is Swarna Gowri Rao. Tanvi developed an interest in dance at a very young age. She started learning Bharatanatyam when she was just four years old and gradually developed her skills through dedicated training and regular performances.
Her talent became evident during childhood when she participated in several dance competitions and received recognition for her performances. At the age of nine, she received the Apoorva Bala Prathibhe award. When she was ten, she was honoured with a Karnataka State award for exceptional achievement in the field of culture.
Along with her artistic interests, Tanvi was also academically talented. According to her official biography, she scored 98% in both her Class 10 and second-year pre-university examinations. After completing her pre-university education, she decided to pursue her passion for performing arts. She joined Christ University in Bengaluru, where she studied Performing Arts, English, and Psychology, with theatre as her major. She graduated in May 2019 with first rank. Her academic background and artistic training helped her develop an understanding of human emotions, character development, and storytelling.
Interesting Facts About Tanvi Rao
- Tanvi Rao was born on May 1, 1998, in Mangalore, Karnataka.
- Her father’s name is Hariprasad Rao, and her mother’s name is Swarna Gowri Rao.
- She started learning Bharatanatyam at the age of just four.
- She received the Apoorva Bala Prathibhe award when she was nine years old.
- At the age of ten, she received a Karnataka State award for exceptional achievement in culture.
- She completed her Bharatanatyam Arangetram in November 2008.
- She has trained in several dance forms, including Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Odissi, contemporary, Bollywood, and folk dance.
- She graduated from Christ University, Bengaluru, with first rank in Performing Arts.
- She studied English and Psychology along with Performing Arts, with theatre as her major.
- She made her Bollywood debut with the Hindi film Gulaab Gang (2014).
- She has appeared in television serials across Kannada and Tamil entertainment industries.
- Her Kannada television projects include Aakruti, Radhe Shyama and Bhagyalakshmi.
- She played the lead character in the Tamil television serial Jamelaa on Colors Tamil.
- She has appeared in films such as Guns of Banaras, Rangbirangi and Gulmohar.
- Bhavantara (2026) is among her Kannada film projects.
- Apart from acting, she has participated in several theatre productions, including Agra Bazaar, Dance Like a Man and Navarasa.
- She has performed at international cultural events and festivals, including the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
- She received the People’s Favorite Style Icon Award – Female at the 10th Colors Kannada Anubhanda Awards in 2023.
- She was recognised as Aloysian Youth Icon in 2024.
- Tanvi Rao is unmarried and single.
Tanvi Rao Movies & Serials list
Serials
Aakruti (UDAYA TV)
Radhe Shyama (STAR SUVARNA)
Bhagyalakshmi (COLORS KANNADA)
Jamelaa (COLORS TAMIL)
Films
Gulaab Gang (Hindi)
Guns of Benaras (Hindi)
Rangbirangi
Gulmohar
Bhavantara (Kannada) 2026
Gulaab Gang (Hindi)
Tanvi Rao made her Bollywood debut with Gulaab Gang, a 2014 Hindi film directed by Soumik Sen. The film featured Madhuri Dixit and Juhi Chawla in the lead roles. Tanvi played Fiza in the movie.
Guns of Banaras (Hindi)
Guns of Banaras is a Hindi action film released in 2020. The film starred Karan Nath and Nathalia Kaur. It is among Tanvi Rao’s Hindi film credits.
Rangbirangi (Kannada)
Tanvi appeared in the Kannada film Rangbirangi, released in 2018. She played the character Deepa in the romantic drama directed by Mallikarjun Muthalageri.
Gulmohar (Hindi)
Gulmohar is another film listed in Tanvi Rao’s acting portfolio. She played Deepika in the 2023 film.
Bhavantara (Kannada, 2026)
Bhavantara is a Kannada film listed among Tanvi Rao’s 2026 projects. Its inclusion adds another Kannada-language film credit to her career and reflects her continued involvement in regional cinema.
Social Media
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