Latest News about Niharika Konidela
Niharika Konidela said in an interview that she follows a "never say never" approach to her work, a mindset she credits to advice from her cousin Ram Charan. She said the guidance helped her stay open to opportunities as she began her production career.
Niharika Konidela criticized the Filmfare Awards South 2026 on Instagram, saying the event missed an opportunity by not allowing debut winners from Telugu, Tamil, and Kannada cinema to speak on stage. Her comments drew attention to how newcomers are recognized at major award shows.
Niharika Konidela said in an interview that she plans to keep doing what she loves regardless of public opinion. She also discussed her upcoming production film 'Rakasa', which was preparing for release in early April 2026.
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Bio/Wiki
| Niharika Konidela is an Indian actress and producer who works primarily in Telugu films. | |
| She is also known for her work as a television presenter. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 168 cm |
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| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| St. Mary's College, Hyderabad |
Personal Life
| Marital Status | Divorced |
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| Religion | Hinduism |
| Caste | Kapu |
| Hobbies | Dancing and Listening to Music |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Divorced |
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| Marriage Date | 9/12/2020 |
| Marriage Place | Umaid Bhawan Palace, Udaipur, Rajasthan |
| Affairs/Boyfriends |
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| Engagement Date | 13/08/2020 |
Family
| Father | Nagendra Babu (Actor and Producer) |
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| Mother | Padmaja Konidela |
| Siblings | Varun Tej (Actor) |
| Spouse | Chaitanya Jonnalagadda (businessman) |
Career
| Debut |
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| Award | 2025: Best Debut Producer award for the film 'Committee Kurrollu' at the 13th South Indian International Movie Awards |
Favourites
| Travel Destination | Bangkok |
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| Music Band | ColdPlay |
| Actress | Pooja Hegde |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/niharikakonidela/ | |
| https://twitter.com/iamniharikak | |
| YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@PinkElephantPictures |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Niharika Konidela is an Indian actor, dancer, and TV presenter. | |
| 2. She is the niece of the famous Tollywood actors Chiranjeevi and Pawan Kalyan. | |
| 3. Niharika is the first female in Chiranjeevi’s family to have a career in acting. | |
| 4. Her cousins include Telugu actors Ram Charan, Allu Arjun, and Sai Dharam Tej. | |
| 5. She has hosted Telugu dance reality shows Dhee Juniors 1 and 2 on ETV Telugu. | |
| 6. Niharika has acted in and produced Telugu web series like ‘Muddapappu Avakai’, ‘Nanna Koochi’, and ‘Mad House’. | |
| 7. Her appearances in Telugu films include ‘Happy Wedding’, ‘Suryakantham’, and ‘Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy’. | |
| 8. Before her TV career, she worked in a coffee shop and as a TV channel intern. | |
| 9. During school, she developed an interest in Psychology for higher studies. | |
| 10. Niharika worked as a model for various renowned magazines. | |
| 11. She expressed gratitude for her father's support and freedom in making career choices. | |
| 12. An animal lover, she owns pet dogs including one named Piku. | |
| 13. She produces films and web series under her banner Pink Elephant Pictures. |