Rochelle Rao Biography: Husband, Age, Daughter, Height, Net Worth, Movies & TV Shows, Instagram

Rochelle Maria Rao is famously known as Rochelle Rao is an Indian model, actress, and television anchor, best known for her role as Lottery (Nurse) on The Kapil Sharma Show and her title as Femina Miss India International 2012.

Her vibrant presence on reality shows like Bigg Boss 9 and her hosting stints have made her a notable figure in Indian entertainment.

Profile

• Full Name: Rochelle Maria Rao
• Stage Name: Rochelle Rao
• Born: November 25, 1988
• Age: 36 years old
• Birthplace: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
• Nationality: Indian
• Occupation: Model, Actress, Television Anchor
• Height: 5 feet 5 inches (165 cm)
• Parents: Dr. N V Rao (father), Wendy Rao (mother)
• Siblings: Noel Rohn Rao, Fritz David Rao, Paloma Rao
• Spouse: Keith Sequeira (m. 2018)
• Children: One daughter
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $1 million to $2 million USD

Early Life and Education

Rochelle Maria Rao was born on November 25, 1988, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, to a Telugu-German father, Dr. N V Rao, a medical consultant on herbal extracts, and an Anglo-Indian mother, Wendy Rao.

She grew up in a middle-class family with twin brothers, Noel Rohn Rao (deceased 2006 while serving in the US Army) and Fritz David Rao, and a sister, Paloma Rao, a VJ and actress.

Rochelle showed an early interest in performing arts, encouraged by her parents.

She completed her schooling in Chennai and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Electronic Media from M.O.P. Vaishnav College for Women, Chennai.

Her education in media laid the groundwork for her career in modeling and television.

Career

Rochelle began her career as a model and anchor in Chennai, working with Channel UFX.

In 2012, she competed in the Pantaloons Femina Miss India South pageant, finishing as the first runner-up, and won the Femina Miss India International 2012 title, along with subtitles like Miss Glamorous Diva, Miss Ramp Walk, and Miss Body Beautiful.

She represented India at Miss International 2012, ranking ninth out of 68 contestants.

She gained prominence hosting the sixth season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2013.

Her television career includes reality shows like Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 6 (2013, wild card entrant), Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 5 (2014, second eliminated), Life Mein Ek Baar (2014), and Bigg Boss 9 (2015, third runner-up) alongside her then-boyfriend Keith Sequeira.

She played the recurring role of Lottery (Nurse) on The Kapil Sharma Show (2016–2019).

In 2019, she participated in Nach Baliye 9 with her husband Keith Sequeira.

Her film roles include an item song in Rann (2012), a minor role in Bachna Ae Haseeno (2012), and Manisha Chaturvedi in Friends Forever (2016).

She also appeared as Rimpa in the TV series 1962: The War in the Hills (2021).

Rochelle has modeled for brands like Adidas, Benetton, and Tanishq, and was featured as the Kingfisher Calendar Girl for February 2014.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @rochellerao
• Facebook Handle: @rochellemrao
• Twitter Handle: @rochellemrao

Personal Life

Rochelle Rao married model and VJ Keith Sequeira on March 3, 2018, in Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu, after getting engaged in Goa on Valentine’s Day 2017.

They welcomed their first child, a daughter, in October 2023.

The couple met during Bigg Boss 9 and resides in Mumbai.

Rochelle is a devout Catholic and a non-vegetarian who enjoys Kobe beef steaks and wasabi prawns.

She is an ambassador for the Smile Foundation, supporting underprivileged children, and has expressed a dream to start her own church and NGO.

In 2014, she was detained for three hours at Bengaluru airport for not turning off her phone.

Rumors about her wanting to become a nun were dismissed by her as unfounded.

She enjoys reading the Harry Potter series, listening to Maroon 5’s “Moves Like Jagger,” and traveling to destinations like Goa, New York, Brazil, and Paris.

Rochelle has a tattoo on her right ankle and is a fan of Johnny Depp and Scarlett Johansson.

Filmography

Films

• Bachna Ae Haseeno (2008) – Minor Role
• Rann (2012) – Item Song
• Friends Forever (2016) – Manisha Chaturvedi

Television

• Indian Premier League Season 6 (2013) – Host
• Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 6 (2013) – Contestant (Wild Card Entrant)
• Life Mein Ek Baar (2014) – Contestant
• Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 5 (2014) – Contestant (Second Eliminated)
• Bigg Boss 9 (2015) – Contestant (Third Runner-Up)
• The Kapil Sharma Show (2016–2019) – Lottery (Nurse)
• Nach Baliye 9 (2019) – Contestant (with Keith Sequeira)
• 1962: The War in the Hills (2021) – Rimpa

Net Worth

Rochelle Rao’s estimated net worth is approximately $1 million to $2 million USD.

Her income derives from her television appearances, earning an estimated INR 3–4 lakh per episode for shows like The Kapil Sharma Show, modeling contracts with brands like Adidas and Tanishq, and endorsements.

Her Kingfisher Calendar feature and IPL hosting also contribute to her financial portfolio.