Ranya Rao is an Indian actress and model known for her work in South Indian films. Born in Karnataka, she made her acting debut in 2014 with the Kannada film "Maanikya." She gained recognition for her roles in films like "Wagah" (Tamil) and "Pataki" (Kannada). Ranya pursued engineering at Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering in Bangalore before attending Kishore Namit Kapoor Acting Institute. Her performances have earned her a notable place in the industry.