# Thanuja Gowda: The Bigg Boss Telugu 9 Star Everyone’s Suddenly Talking About

URL: https://technosports.co.in/thanuja-gowda-the-bigg-boss-telugu-9/  
Published: 2026-08-30  
Updated: 2026-08-30  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

One emotional Family Week moment, and suddenly her name was everywhere. Search interest in **Thanuja Gowdax** (also spelled Thanuja Gowda) has spiked since she broke down on camera during *Bigg Boss Telugu 9* — but who exactly is this actress who’s been quietly winning Telugu television for over a decade?

## Who Is Thanuja Gowda, Really?

Born on March 5, 1992, in Bangalore, Thanuja Puttaswamy — known on screen as Thanuja Gowda — grew up in a middle-class household with two elder sisters. She debuted in 2013 with the Kannada horror film *6-5=2*, later dubbed into Telugu, before landing her breakout role as Parvati in Zee Telugu’s *Mudda Mandaram*, a serial that ran for over 1,500 episodes.

## Thanuja Gowda: Overview

| Detail | Information |
| --- | --- |
| Full Name | Thanuja Puttaswamy |
| Also Known As | Thanuja Gowda |
| Date of Birth | March 5, 1992 |
| Age | 33 years |
| Birthplace | Bangalore, Karnataka |
| Debut Film | 6-5=2 (2013, Kannada) |
| Breakout Role | Parvati in Mudda Mandaram |
| Languages | Kannada, Telugu, English |
| Relationship Status | Unmarried |
| Est. Net Worth | ₹1.5–2 crore |
| Current Show | Bigg Boss Telugu 9 |

![Thanuja Gowda](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/thanuja-gowda-2.jpg)

## Why She’s Trending on Bigg Boss Telugu 9

Thanuja carried her small-screen popularity straight into the [Bigg Boss Telugu 9](https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/south/meet-15-contestants-of-bigg-boss-telugu-9-flora-saini-to-sanjjanaa-galrani-9-celebrities-6-commoners-set-for-drama-1396583) house. During Family Week, co-star Pawan Sai and actress Haritha’s surprise visit left her visibly emotional. Fans have noted her close bond with Pawan Sai, though she’s clarified multiple times they’re not romantically involved — just close friends who lean on each other for advice.

Her television resume also includes the Tamil serial *Siva Manasula Sakthi* and Telugu’s *Agnipariksha*, alongside a string of Zee Kutumbam Awards for Favourite Heroine and Evergreen Couple.

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## FAQs

### **Q1. Is Thanuja Gowda married?**

 No, Thanuja Puttaswamy is currently unmarried and keeps her personal life largely private while focusing on her acting career.

### **Q2. What is Thanuja Gowda’s net worth?**

 Her estimated net worth is around ₹1.5–2 crore, built primarily through her television career and brand endorsements.