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Shobha Shetty (born 20 January 1990, Age: 33 years old) is an Indian actress who mainly works in the Kannada and Telugu television industry. She is known for playing the negative lead role of Dr. Monitha in the popular Telugu serial Karthika Deepam, which airs on Star Maa.

She has also appeared in other TV serials like Agnisakshi, Kaveri, Ashta Chemma, and Rukku. She has also acted in a Kannada film, Anjani Putra, in 2017. Shobha Shetty has won several awards for her performances, including the Star Maa Parivaar Award for Best Actress and Best Negative Role.

Birthday & Biography

Shetty was born on 20 January 1990 (Saturday) in Bangalore, Karnataka, India. Her zodiac sign is Aquarius. She belongs to a Tulu-speaking Bunt community. Her father’s name is Rathanamma Manju Shetty Ravi Preethi, and her mother’s name is not known. She has an elder brother and an elder sister.

Education & Interest in Acting

Shobha Shetty completed her schooling at Bapuji High School, Davangere, Karnataka. She then pursued her graduation and post-graduation from Bangalore University. She holds an M.Sc. degree in Sustainable Development.

Shobha Shetty developed an interest in acting at a very young age and wanted to become an actress since childhood. Before becoming an actress, Shobha worked at ATSIT, Ismailia, for a while.

Family, Parents & Siblings

Shetty is an actress who has a close bond with her family. She was born to Rathanamma Manju Shetty Ravi Preethi, who is also her father’s name. Her mother’s name is not known publicly.

She has an elder brother and an elder sister, who are also supportive of her acting career. Shobha often shares pictures with her family members on her social media accounts. She considers her mother as her role model and inspiration.

Career

Shobha ventured into the world of acting in 2013, marking her debut with the Kannada TV series Agnisakshi, where she brought the character Tanu to life. Subsequently, in 2017, she graced another Kannada TV series titled Kaveri. Transitioning to the big screen, Shobha made her film debut in 2017 with the Kannada movie Anjani Putra, a production featuring Puneeth Rajkumar and Rashmika Mandanna, where she played a pivotal supporting role.

Her foray into Telugu television commenced in 2017 with the TV serial Ashta Chemma, where she not only participated but also took on the lead role of Swapna. Recognition followed swiftly, earning her the prestigious Star Maa Parivaar Award for Best Actress in 2018, a testament to her stellar performance in the series.

Shobha’s prominence soared when she undertook the challenging negative lead as Dr. Monitha in the Telugu TV serial Karthika Deepam, which premiered in 2018. This serial, a remake of the Malayalam counterpart Karuthamuthu on Asianet, catapulted Shetty into the limelight. In her portrayal, she embodied the character of a doctor fixated on the male protagonist, Karthik, relentlessly attempting to sever his marital ties with Deepa. Her outstanding performance in 2019 earned her the Star Maa Parivaar Award for Best Negative Role.

Diversifying her television presence, Shobha showcased her competitive spirit by participating in the reality TV game show Star Maa Parivaar League in 2019, representing her acclaimed serial Karthika Deepam. The same year, she secured the titular role in the Kannada TV series Rukku, sharing the screen with Varshika Nayak and Aryan Gowda, further solidifying her position in the entertainment industry.

Height, Weight & Physical Appearance

Shobha is an actress who has a beautiful and fit physique. She is 165 cm or 1.65 m or 5 feet 5 inches tall and weighs about 59 kg or 130 lbs. She has dark brown eyes and hair that complement her fair complexion. Her body measurements are 33-28-32 inches. 

Shobha Shetty’s Entry into Bigg Boss 7 Telugu

Shobha entered the Bigg Boss 7 Telugu house on September 4, 2023, along with 13 other contestants from different walks of life. She was welcomed by the host Nagarjuna, who introduced her as a versatile actress who can play both positive and negative roles. Shetty said that she was excited to be a part of the show and hoped to have a good time with the other housemates.

Shetty’s Journey in Bigg Boss 7 Telugu

Shobha Shetty has been one of the most prominent and controversial contestants in Bigg Boss 7 Telugu. She has been involved in many tasks, fights, and dramas in the house. She has also formed alliances and friendships with some of her housemates while having conflicts and rivalries with others. Here are some of the highlights of Shetty’s journey in Bigg Boss 7 Telugu:

• Shetty became the first captain of the house in the second week, after winning a task against Pallavi Prashanth. She enjoyed the privileges and powers of being the captain but also faced criticism from some of the housemates for being biased and bossy.
• She developed a close bond with Prince Yawar, who was her co-star in the serial Karthika Deepam. They supported each other in the tasks and nominations and also shared their personal and professional stories. They were often seen spending time together and having fun in the house.
• Shetty had a heated argument with Bhole Shavali, who accused her of being fake and manipulative. He also used abusive language against her, which made her cry and complain to Bigg Boss. Bigg Boss warned Bhole Shavali for his behavior and asked him to apologize to Shobha. However, their relationship did not improve and they continued to have differences.

• Shetty had a major clash with Rathika Rose, who was her competitor in the captaincy task in the seventh week. Rathika Rose accused Shobha of cheating and breaking the rules in the task, which led to a verbal spat between them. They also exchanged personal remarks and insults, which escalated the situation. The host Nagarjuna intervened and scolded both of them for their conduct.
• Shobha received a surprise visit from her mother during the family week in the ninth week. Her mother brought gifts for her and Prince Yawar and also gave them some advice and encouragement. Shetty was emotional and happy to see her mother and thanked her for her support and love.
• She became the captain of the house for the second time in the tenth week, after winning a task against Gautam Krishna. She was happy and confident about her victory but also faced backlash from some of the housemates, who felt that she did not deserve to be the captain. She also had a confrontation with Shivaji, who made some biased comments in favor of Pallavi Prashanth during a task.

Shobha Shetty Wiki/BIO

Boyfriend, Spouse & Relationships

Shobha Shetty is unmarried and has not revealed anything about her relationship status. She is very close to her family and often shares pictures with them on her social media accounts.

She is also very active on social media and has a huge fan following. She has more than 1.2 million followers on Instagram, more than 300k subscribers on YouTube, more than 100k followers on Twitter, and more than 50k followers on Facebook.

She often posts videos and photos of her personal and professional life on her social media platforms. She is also a fitness enthusiast and follows a healthy diet and workout routine. She loves reading books and listening to music in her leisure time.

Net Worth

Shobha Shetty’s net worth is estimated to be around $1 million as of 2023. She earns a good amount of money from her acting career and endorsements. She also owns a Hyundai Santro car.

Facts About Shobha Shetty

• Shetty is fluent in three languages- English, Kannada, and Tulu.
• She draws inspiration from her mother, who is her role model.
• Shetty was afraid of injections in her childhood and still has a phobia of them.
• She said that if she was not an actor, she would have been an engineer.
• Shobha is a good singer and has sung a song for her serial Karthika Deepam.
• She is a good friend of her co-star Premi Viswanath, who plays the role of Deepa in Karthika Deepam.
• She is a fan of actors Prabhas and Mahesh Babu and actress Anushka Shetty.

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