Like a spotlight that finds the lead on a busy stage, Neha Shetty quickly drew attention with her screen presence.
Neha is an Indian actress and model. She was born on December 5, 1999 (26 years old), in Mangalore (Mangaluru), Karnataka.
She began her career in modelling and took part in beauty pageants early on. She won Miss Mangalore and later became the runner-up of Miss South India 2015.
After working in modelling, she stepped into films. She made her acting debut with the Kannada movie Mungaru Male 2.
She later entered Telugu cinema with Mehbooba. These early projects introduced her to a larger audience and opened doors in the South Indian film industry.
Quick Facts of Neha Shetty
| Full Name | Neha Hariraj Shetty |
| Profession | Actress, model |
| Age | 26 years old |
| Date of Birth | December 5, 1999 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Zodiac/Sun Sign | Gemini |
| Birthplace | Mangalore (Mangaluru), Karnataka, India |
| Current Address | Hyderabad, Telangana |
| Gender | Female |
Neha Shetty Early Life and Education
Neha Shetty was born in Mangalore (Mangaluru), Karnataka. Her family is from Mangalore and later settled in Bengaluru, where she was raised.
She always wanted to become an actress as a child and started appearing in advertisements when she was in the 4th grade.
Education
She did a degree in Computer Applications from a college (yet to be updated) in Bengaluru.
After her Telugu debut film Mehbooba (2018), she took a six-month break and joined an acting course at the New York Film Academy in the United States.
| Alma Mater | New York Film Academy |
| Highest Qualification | Acting course |
Neha Shetty Personal Life
Neha Shetty keeps her private life mostly out of the public eye. It is known she is currently single.
Parents
Her father, Hariraj Shetty, is a businessman, and her mother, Nimi Shetty, is a dentist.
Siblings
She has a younger sister, Navami Shetty.
| Relationship Status | Single |
| Partner | Yet to be updated |
| Parents | Father: Hariraj Shetty Mother: Nimi Shetty |
| Siblings | Sister: Navami Shetty |
Neha Shetty Career
Neha Shetty started in modelling. She won Miss Mangalore in 2014 and later became the runner-up of Miss South India 2015.
Kannada film debut (2016)
She made her acting debut with the Kannada film Mungaru Male 2 (2016), where she played Nandini. Along with Ganesh and V. Ravichandran in the film.
Telugu debut (2018) and acting course
In 2018, she entered Telugu cinema with Mehbooba, directed by Puri Jagannadh.
Along with Akash Puri, she played the female lead (Afreen or Madhira). She learned Telugu for the film.
After Mehbooba, she joined an acting course at the New York Film Academy.
Films in 2021
In Gully Rowdy (2021), she played Patapagalu Sahitya. Along with Sundeep Kishan, she also acted with Rajendra Prasad and Bobby Simha.
In the same year, she appeared in Most Eligible Bachelor as Megha. Along with Akhil Akkineni, the film also features Pooja Hegde and Murli Sharma.
Breakthrough with DJ Tillu (2022)
In 2022, she played Radhika in DJ Tillu. Along with Siddhu Jonnalagadda, she acted with Prince Cecil and Brahmaji.
After this film, she was often referred to as “Tillu Radhika” in the media.
Films in 2023
In Bedurulanka 2012 (2023), she played Chitra. Along with Kartikeya, Ajay Ghosh, and Srikanth Iyengar.
In Rules Ranjann (2023), she played Sana. Along with Kiran Abbavaram, Meher Chahal, and Vennela Kishore.
Projects in 2024
She made a cameo in Tillu Square (2024), where Siddhu Jonnalagadda returned as DJ Tillu and Anupama Parameswaran played the female lead.
She also acted in Gangs of Godavari (2024). Along with Vishwak Sen, the film also features Anjali and Neha Shetty in lead roles.
Special appearances and later work
She had a special appearance in They Call Him OG (2025) as a bar dancer in the song “Kiss Kiss Bang Bang”. Along with Pawan Kalyan, the film stars Emraan Hashmi, Priyanka Mohan, Prakash Raj, and others.
She is also listed as part of the cast of the Tamil film Dude (2025), which stars Pradeep Ranganathan and Mamitha Baiju.
Music video
In 2017, she appeared as herself in the Kannada music video “Chocolate Girl” by Chandan Shetty.
Neha Shetty Awards and Achievements
Beauty pageant titles
- Miss Mangalore (2014) – Winner
- Miss South India (2015) – Runner-up
Film award nominations
- Filmfare Awards South (68th, Telugu, 2023): Nominated for Best Actor In A Leading Role (Female) for DJ Tillu
- South Indian International Movie Awards (11th SIIMA, 2023): Nominated for Best Actress (Telugu) for DJ Tillu
Controversies
Sexist question at the DJ Tillu trailer launch (February 2022): At the DJ Tillu trailer launch in Hyderabad (February 2022), a journalist asked Siddhu Jonnalagadda an inappropriate question about whether he had counted the moles on Neha Shetty’s body in real life. The question was linked to a dialogue in the trailer. Siddhu avoided answering, and the clip later spread widely online, with many people calling out the comment as sexist and disrespectful. Neha Shetty later criticised the question on X (Twitter). Reports also said producer Suryadevara Naga Vamsi apologised to her.
Online trolling about “Radhika” after DJ Tillu (2022): After DJ Tillu became popular, Neha Shetty also faced online criticism connected to her role as Radhika, since some viewers had issues with the character’s behaviour. In interviews, she said that you cannot impress everyone and that some people will dislike what you do. She also said she was unsure at first if the audience would accept the role because it had grey shades.
Neha Shetty Net Worth
Neha Shetty’s estimated earnings are mainly from films, brand deals, and modelling work, so her estimated net worth is around ₹5 crore (approx.).
Her film salary is around ₹60-₹80 lakhs per film.
For brand endorsements, she charges up to ₹10-₹20 lakhs per campaign. Her modelling and event work is estimated at ₹5 to ₹10 lakhs per year.
| Net Worth in Dollars (Approx.) | ₹5 crore |
| Salary (Approx.) | ₹60-₹80 lakhs per film |
Neha Shetty Height, Weight, and Physical Stats
Below are the physical stats of Neha Shetty:
| Height | In centimetres: 168 cm In meters: Yet to be updated In feet & inches: 5 feet 6 inches |
| Weight | In kg: 66 kg In lbs: 145 lbs |
| Body Measurements | Yet to be updated |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Eye Color | Black |
Neha Shetty instagram, X, Facebook
 @iamnehashetty | |
| X |  @iamnehashetty |
FAQs
Who is Neha Shetty?
Neha Shetty is an Indian actress and model who mainly works in Telugu films.
What is the age of Neha Shetty?
Neha Shetty is 26 years old. She was born on December 5, 1999, in Mangalore (Mangaluru), Karnataka.
Where is Neha Shetty from?
Neha Shetty was born in Mangalore (Mangaluru), Karnataka, and was brought up in Bengaluru.
Which was the first film of Neha Shetty?
Neha Shetty’s debut film is the Kannada movie Mungaru Male 2 (2016).
Which role made her more popular?
Neha Shetty had a bigger break with DJ Tillu (2022), and she was called “Tillu Radhika” in media reports.
