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Ranya Rao
Actress

Ranya Rao

Actress And Model

Key facts

Profession
Actress And Model
Language
KANNADA
About Ranya Rao
Ranya Rao is an actress from Karnataka, India. She has appeared in several Kannada and Tamil films.
Actress
Ranya Rao
Ranya Rao
Actress And Model
Ranya Rao is an actress from Karnataka, India. She has appeared in several Kannada and Tamil films.
Who is Ranya Rao?

Ranya is the child of K Ramachandra Rao, the Director General of Police for Karnataka and head of the Police Housing Corporation. Reports indicate that upon landing, she purportedly asserted her identity as the daughter of Karnataka's Director General of Police and thereafter reached out to local security forces to facilitate an escort home.

Wiki/Overview
Full Name Ranya Rao
Nick Name N/A
Profession Actress And Model
Date Of Birth 28 May 1993
Place Of Birth Chikkamagaluru
Age (as of 2025) 31 years
Father K. Ramachandra Rao
Mother N/A
Spouse Jatin Hukkeri
Education B.Tech
Organization N/A
Known For She is an actress from Karnataka.
Residence Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka
Nationality Indian
Religion Hinduism
Height 5' 4"
Weight N/A
Hair Colour Brown
Eye Colour Brown
Zodiac Sign Gemini
Appearance

Ranya Rao is a Kannada actress known for her roles in several South Indian films.she has a 5'ft 4"in tall. She was characterised as appearing confident upon arriving from a flight. 

Family, affairs and more
FatherK. Ramachandra Rao
Mother N/A
Siblings N/A
Spouse Jatin Hukkeri
Children N/A
Career

Ranya Rao had been first contracted by actor and filmmaker Sudeep in April 2014 for his directorial Kannada film, Maanikya. She was cast as Manasa in a supporting part, showcasing a girl from a rich Indian family and Sudeep's romantic interest. Her performance garnered varied reactions from reviewers. A. Sharadhaa of The New Indian Express stated, "Both Ranya and Varalaxmi perform competently but do not leave a lasting impression."

Education

She graduated with a B.Tech degree from Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering in Bangalore.

Achievements

Ranya Rao's performances in films such as "Maanikya," "Wagah," and "Pataki" won acclaim from both viewers and critics. She remains a significant presence in the South Indian film industry.

money factor

N/A

Trivia and Facts
  • Ranya Rao was arrested on 4 March 2025 at Kempegowda International Airport for the criminal smuggling of gold from Dubai.
  • Ranya Rao started developing an interest in performing from a young age.
  • Upon graduation, she enrolled in the Kishore Namit Acting Institute in Mumbai to refine her acting abilities.
  • During her personal time, she enjoys photography and travelling to other locations. 
FAQ About Ranya Rao
What were the charges leading to her arrest?
Ranya Rao was arrested by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) at Bengaluru airport for unlawfully smuggling 14.8 kilogrammes of gold from Dubai.
Ranya Rao is the stepdaughter of K Ramachandra Rao, a senior IPS officer and Director General of Police of Karnataka State Police Housing & Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited.
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