Anjali Rao is an Indian actress who has appeared in Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam language films and television series. After making her debut as a supporting actress, she has been seen in lead roles in films including Vanmam (2014) and Baby (2015) . Born in Bhatina, Punjab, India. she has been seen in lead roles in films including Vanmam (2014) and Baby (2015). Anjali Rao’s journey into the film industry began through her involvement in modeling and working on commercials. 

As her father was an army Officer she travelled across the northern part of India and studied in army schools during her childhood. Her father was later transferred to Chennai and she consequently finished her schooling in Kendriya Vidyala Meenambakkam and followed that up with a BBA and MBA at Vels University in Chennai. During her time in college, Anjali Rao became involved in modelling and worked on commercials which gave her an entry into the film industry.