Anusha Rao

Actress

Summary

Anusha Rao is a Kannada television and film actress who has also appeared in Telugu television productions. She entered the entertainment industry through an acting opportunity in the film Simple Agi Ondh Love Story and subsequently built her career through television serials. Interestingly, she holds a postgraduate degree in Psychology and previously worked at a hospital before pursuing acting professionally. She is also a trained dancer, with a strong interest in dance that influenced her early career choices.

Anusha gained recognition through Kannada television serials such as Durga, Subbalakshmi Samsara, Doddmane Sose, Maneye Mantralaya and Agnisakshi, where her portrayal of Radhika brought her considerable popularity. She further expanded her television career into Telugu productions, taking on both positive and negative roles. Her film credits include Chitrakatha, Manaroopa, Nakshe, Maha Karma and Padavipoorva. Her performance in the psychological thriller Manaroopa also earned her recognition and an acting award.

Anusha continued to strengthen her presence on Kannada television with her portrayal of Arundhati in Karimani, where her transformation into the mysterious antagonist Black Rose showcased another dimension of her acting abilities. Her more recent projects listed for 2026 include Rajakumararu and Pavithra Bandhana. Married to cinematographer Manohar Joshi, Anusha continues to pursue opportunities across television and cinema, building a career through diverse characters and performances.