Soundarya Gowda

Summary

Soundarya Gowda, also known as Arya Gowda, is an Indian actress, model and creative professional associated with the Kannada entertainment industry. Originally from Karnataka, she pursued a degree in civil engineering before beginning her professional career in the corporate sector. After working as a Business Development Manager at a multinational company, she decided to follow her interest in the creative arts and build a career in modelling and acting.

Soundarya has appeared in the Kannada films Arjuna Sanyasi (2022) and Monk the Young (2025), with the latter marking an important step in her film career. Alongside acting, she has worked as a model for brands including Bhima and Reliance Jewels and participated in fashion events, including Lulu Fashion Week. Her advertising portfolio also includes campaigns for brands such as Vivo, Dolby Atmos and Ather. She was a finalist in the LIVA Miss Diva Beauty Queen 2024 competition, further expanding her presence in the fashion and pageant world.

On television, Soundarya has been associated with the Kannada serial Muddu Sose (2025), in which she plays Chitra, and participated in Nannamma Super Star Season 3 (2024). Her listed projects also include Modern Shivaparvati (2026), in which she is credited as Modern Parvati. With experience across films, television, modelling and pageantry, she continues to explore different opportunities in the entertainment industry.