Niharika Konidela Biography: Age, Husband, Parents, Height, Net Worth, Movies, Children, Religion, Awards

Niharika Konidela is an Indian actress, producer, and television presenter primarily working in Telugu cinema, with appearances in Tamil films.

Born into the prominent Konidela family, she is widely recognized for her film debut in Oka Manasu (2016), her early success as a TV host on shows like Dhee, and her entrepreneurial work as founder of Pink Elephant Pictures.

She has gained attention for producing acclaimed projects such as the web series Muddapappu Avakai and the award-winning film Committee Kurrollu.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Niharika Konidela
• Born: December 18, 1993
• Age: 32 years old
• Birthplace: Hyderabad, Telangana, India
• Nationality: Indian
• Ethnicity: Indian (Telugu)
• Occupation: Actress, Producer, Television Presenter
• Height: 1.68 m (5’6″)
• Religion: Hinduism
• Parents: Nagendra Babu and Padmaja Konidela
• Siblings: Varun Tej
• Spouse: Chaitanya Jonnalagadda (m. 2020–2023)
• Children: None
• Relationship: Divorced
• Net Worth: $4 million USD

Early Life and Education

Niharika Konidela was born on 18 December 1993 in Hyderabad, Telangana, India. Her parents are actor and producer Nagendra Babu and Padmaja Konidela.

She has one sibling, brother Varun Tej, and is part of the extended Konidela–Allu family with cousins including Ram Charan.

She completed her education at St. Mary’s College, Hyderabad. Her ethnicity is Indian (Telugu) and religion is Hinduism.

Career

Niharika Konidela began her career as a television presenter, hosting popular dance reality shows like Dhee Juniors on ETV Telugu, which brought her initial recognition in the Telugu entertainment industry.

She ventured into production by founding Pink Elephant Pictures in 2015 and created the first Telugu web series Muddapappu Avakai (2016), followed by other successful digital content.

She made her acting debut with the Telugu film Oka Manasu (2016) and expanded to Tamil cinema with Oru Nalla Naal Paathu Solren (2018).

Niharika Konidela appeared in films such as Happy Wedding, Suryakantham, and a cameo in Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy, while continuing production work that culminated in the critically acclaimed Committee Kurrollu (2024), which earned her the SIIMA Award for Best Debutant Producer.

Her contributions have highlighted fresh storytelling and new talent in Telugu cinema, building a legacy as both a performer and a proactive producer.

Awards and Nominations

• SIIMA Award for Best Debutant Producer – Committee Kurrollu (2025)
• GAMA Award as Producer – Committee Kurrollu

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @niharikakonidela
• Facebook Handle: IamNiharikaK
• Twitter Handle: @IamNiharikaK

Personal Life

Niharika Konidela, 32 years old and 1.68 m tall, married businessman Chaitanya Jonnalagadda on December 9, 2020 in Udaipur; the couple announced their divorce in July 2023 and completed the process amicably.

She has no children and maintains a relatively private personal life while staying active in family and professional circles within the Telugu film industry.

Net Worth

Niharika Konidela has an estimated net worth of $4 million USD.

Her wealth primarily comes from her acting and hosting career, production ventures through Pink Elephant Pictures, brand endorsements, and family business interests in the Telugu entertainment industry.

Filmography

• Oka Manasu (2016)
• Oru Nalla Naal Paathu Solren (2018)
• Happy Wedding (2018)
• Suryakantham (2019)
• Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy (2019)
• Darling (2024)
• Madraskaaran (2025)
• What the Fish (TBA)