Thanuja Gowda Age: Biography, Height, Career, Husband, TV Shows, Net Worth & More

Thanuja Gowda, whose full name is Thanuja Puttaswamy, is a well-known Indian actress who works in television and film. She primarily appears in Kannada and Telugu language shows and films. She gained fame due to her performance in the Telugu TV serial Mudda Mandaram and later for being a contestant in Bigg Boss Telugu Season 9 (2025). Her natural acting ability, charm, and simplicity are a big part of her fame and popularity as a beloved face of South Indian television. In this article, we will also read about Thanuja Gowda age, family, height, career, husband, net worth, and more.

Who is Thanuja Gowda?

Thanuja Gowda is an actress, model, and social media influencer from India known for her work mostly in Telugu and Kannada television serials and shows.  She has gained the audience’s attention through her strong performances and great personality.  Over the years, she established a loyal fan following and established herself as one of the most recognizable faces in the South Indian film industry.

Thanuja Gowda Biography Overview

Field	Details
Full Name	Thanuja Puttaswamy
Stage Name	Thanuja Gowda
Date of Birth	5 March 1992
Birthplace	Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Profession	Actress, Model
Nationality	Indian
Famous For	Role in Mudda Mandaram and Bigg Boss Telugu 9
Languages Known	Kannada, Telugu, English
Marital Status	Unmarried

Thanuja Gowda Age

Thanuja Gowda was born in Bangalore, Karnataka, India, on March 5, 1992 and will be 33 years old in 2025. Thanuja is still one of the youngest talents and remains active in South Indian television.

Thanuja Gowda Early Life and Education

Thanuja Gowda was born and raised in Bangalore, Karnataka. She has had an interest in acting and other performing arts from an early age; all through school and college, she attended school in Bangalore. During her college years, she began participating in cultural programs and this led to her start in television. She was supported by her family and follows her passion, emerging as a noted face on television.

Thanuja Gowda Family Background

Thanuja’s family background is a middle-class Kannada family system. Her parents have been very supportive of her acting journey.

• Father: Puttaswamy, businessman.
• Mother: Savithri, homemaker.
• Sisters: Two sisters named Anuja & Pooja.

Thanuja Gowda Height, Weight and Physical Stats

Physical Attribute	Measurement
Height	5 feet 5 inches (165 cm)
Weight	55 kg (approx.)
Hair Color	Black
Eye Color	Dark Brown
Body Type	Slim and Fit
Skin Tone	Fair

To stay fit, Thanuja practices yoga and leads an active and healthy lifestyle. She has graceful looks and is naturally confident, which results in her being very comfortable in front of the camera.

Thanuja Gowda Career Journey

In 2013, Thanuja made her acting debut in Kannada film “6-5=2,” which became a cult classic and was dubbed into Telugu language as “Chitram Kadu Nizam.” She starred in the Kannada film “Dhande Boys” and went on to Telugu television series “Andala Rakshasi. Her major break started with the serial “Mudda Mandaram,” which was a long-running serial over 1500 episodes. She also appeared in Tamil serial “Siva Manasula Sakthi” and Telugu serial “Agnipariksha.” She was a participant of the show “Cooku with Jathiratnalu” and currently, she is a contestant on “Bigg Boss Telugu 9.” At Zee Kutumbam Awards, she has won Favorite Heroine and Evergreen Couple awards.

Thanuja Gowda Husband & Relationship

Thanuja Gowda is single as of 2025. She has not shared relationship and dating details in public. She is discreet about her private life and has chosen to focus on acting.

Thanuja Gowda Movies

Thanuja has started her career in films and created a strong foundation there.

Here are the notable films in her career:

• 6-5=2 (2013) – Kannada Horror Film
• Dhande Boys (2015) – Kannada Film

While Thanuja began within the film industry, she made a name for herself with a successful career in television

TV Shows with Thanuja Gowda

Thanuja’s professional path shifted when she transitioned from film to television, ultimately becoming one of the best-known faces of South Indian television, especially in Telugu and Tamil shows. Some of her flagship TV shows include:

• Andala Rakshasi (Telugu)
• Mudda Mandaram (Zee Telugu)
• Siva Manasula Sakthi (Vijay TV – Tamil)
• Agnipariksha (Zee Telugu)
• Bigg Boss Telugu Season 9 (Star Maa & JioCinema, 2025)

Thanuja Gowda Awards and Recognition

Thanuja has been both nominated and recognized for awards related to her work in television! Her strong acting capabilities have made her voting and nomination statements influential to the South Indian television entertainment industry.

Highlighted Nominations/Awards Include:

• Best Actress Nominee – Kannada Television Awards
• Popular Face of the Year – Regional TV Awards

Thanuja Gowda Social Media

Thanuja Gowda has a strong social media presence, especially on Instagram, where she is most active. She engages her followers with her work life, personal life, and clothing posts.

• Instagram: @thanuja_puttaswamy_
• Followers (approx): 384K+
• Content includes reels, behind-the-scenes, photo shoots and updates on television shows.

Thanuja Gowda Net Worth

Thanuja Gowda is projected to be worth approximately ₹1.5-2 crore (approx.) in 2025. She receives most of her income from acting in television serials but also is involved in promoting brands and advertising on social media. It is clear that as Thanuja’s popularity grows, especially after her recent appearance on Bigg Boss, her overall income will increase in the coming years.

Lesser Known Facts About Thanuja Gowda

1. Thanuja’s actual name is Thanuja Puttaswamy.
2. Thanuja’s father originally did not support her acting aspirations but later took pride in her achievements.
3. She attained transcendent stardom with the show Mudda Mandaram.
4. She enjoys travelling, dancing, and reading books in her leisure time.
5. Thanuja has a skincare and fitness regimen she strictly follows.
6. Thanuja is multilingual and fluent in Kannada, Telugu, and English.
7. Once she entered Bigg Boss Telugu 9, she became a household name in the South Indian region.

Conclusion

Thanuja Gowda is a committed actress who has built an impressive career in the South Indian entertainment industry. From modest beginnings in Bangalore to a successful career in TV, she is an inspiration to young artists. Her beauty, charm, and enthusiasm continue to dazzle millions of fans everywhere and is destined for much more success in the future.

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