Chaitra Reddy is a well-known South Indian actress recognized for her work in the Tamil and Kannada television and film industries. She gained popularity for her roles in TV serials like Avanu Mathe Shravani, Yaaradi Nee Mohini, and Kalyanam Mudhal Kadhal Varai. Born on July 23, 1993, in Bengaluru, Karnataka, she initially pursued a degree in Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) before entering the entertainment industry.
Personal Information

Full Name: Chaitra Reddy
Date of Birth: July 23, 1993
Age (as of 2024): 30 years
Birthplace: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Hometown: Bengaluru, Karnataka
Nationality: Indian
Zodiac Sign: Aries
Religion: Hinduism
Profession: Actress
Father: Chandra Reddy
Mother: Sharada Reddy
Sister: Shreelatha
Marital Status: Married
Spouse: Rakesh Samala (Director & Cinematographer)
Physical Attributes

Height: 5 feet 5 inches (165 cm)
Weight: 57 kg (125 lbs)
Eye Color: Black
Hair Color: Black
Education
Chaitra Reddy completed her schooling in Bengaluru and later earned a Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) from a private institution.
School: Private School, Bengaluru
College: Private Institution, Bengaluru
Degree: Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)
Career Highlights

Television Debut and Success
Chaitra Reddy began her acting journey in the Kannada television industry with the 2014 serial Avanu Mathe Shravani, where she played the lead role of Shravani. Her performance gained widespread recognition, making her a household name in Karnataka.
She later transitioned into Tamil television with the popular show Kalyanam Mudhal Kadhal Varai in 2017, where she took over the role of Dr. Priya Arjun from Priya Bhavani Shankar. This marked her Tamil industry debut.
Her breakthrough role came in Yaaradi Nee Mohini, where she played the main antagonist. The show was a hit and helped her establish a strong presence in the Tamil television industry.
Film Career
Chaitra made her Kannada film debut in 2017 with Enendu Hesaridali. In 2019, she starred in the Kannada movie Rugged. She later expanded into Tamil cinema, featuring in multiple films, including:
Valimai (2022)
Vattam (2022)
MRP (2022)
Vishamakaran (2022)
She is also set to appear in a Tamil film directed by Sibiraj.
Filmography

Television Shows
2014-2017 |
Avanu Mathe Shravani |
Shravani |
Kannada |
2017 |
Kalyanam Mudhal Kadhal Varai |
Dr. Priya Arjun |
Tamil |
2017-2021 |
Yaaradi Nee Mohini |
Swetha (Antagonist) |
Tamil |
2018 |
Genes (Season 3) |
Contestant |
Tamil |
2019-2020 |
Subhadra Parinayam |
Lead Role |
Telugu |
2020-2021 |
Poove Poochudava |
Role Not Known |
Tamil |
2021 |
Thirumathi Hitler |
Role Not Known |
Tamil |
2023 |
Maaya Thotta |
Role Not Known |
Tamil |
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Movies
2017 |
Enendu Hesaridali |
Kannada |
2018 |
Preethi Keli Sneha Kaledukollabedi |
Kannada |
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Awards and Recognition

Chaitra Reddy has received several awards for her performances in television and film.
2018 |
Zee Tamil Awards |
Favorite Villain |
2021 |
Behindwoods Icon Awards |
Best Villain on Television (Female) |
2021 |
She’s Awards |
Most Desirable Television Star (South) |
2022 |
Sun TV Awards |
Best Heroine (for Kayal) |
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Net Worth
Chaitra Reddy is considered one of the top television actresses in South India, with an estimated net worth of $5 million.
Social Media Presence
Chaitra Reddy actively engages with fans through her social media accounts:
Instagram: @chaitrareddy_official (1.5M followers)
Facebook: Chaitra Reddy (639K followers)
Twitter: @chaitrareddy (39.9K followers)
Personal Life

Chaitra Reddy is married to Rakesh Samala, a director and cinematographer. The couple has been supportive of each other’s careers, and Chaitra often shares glimpses of her personal life on social media.
Spouse: Rakesh Samala
Boyfriend (before marriage): Rakesh Samala
Marital Status: Married
Lesser-Known Facts About Chaitra Reddy
She is a nature lover and enjoys photography.
She follows a non-vegetarian diet.
She is passionate about fashion and modeling.
She was initially known for playing negative roles, but later took up lead roles.
She replaced Priya Bhavani Shankar in Kalyanam Mudhal Kadhal Varai.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Chaitra Reddy?
Chaitra Reddy is an Indian actress who works in the Tamil and Kannada film and television industries.
When was Chaitra Reddy born?
She was born on July 23, 1993.
Who is Chaitra Reddy’s husband?
She is married to Rakesh Samala, a director and cinematographer.
What is Chaitra Reddy’s most famous TV show?
She is best known for her role in Yaaradi Nee Mohini, where she played the main antagonist.
What was Chaitra Reddy’s debut movie?
She made her Kannada film debut with Enendu Hesaridali (2017) and her Tamil film debut with Rugged (2019).
What is Chaitra Reddy’s net worth?
Her estimated net worth is $5 million.