Neethu Vanajakshi (Bigg Boss) Age, Wife, Family, Biography & More
Neethu Vanajakshi (Bigg Boss) Age, Wife, Family, Biography & More
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Quick Infoâ
Age: 31 Years
Hometown: Gadag, Karnataka
Marital Status: Unmarried
| Bio/Wiki | |
|---|---|
| Other name | Neethu RS check sources The Indian Express |
| Profession(s) | ⢠Actress ⢠Model ⢠Tattoo Artist ⢠Entrepreneur |
| Physical Stats & More | |
| Height (approx.) | in centimeters**- 175 cm** in meters**- 1.75 m** in feet & inches**- 5â 9â** |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Personal Life | |
| Date of Birth | 26 February 1993 (Friday) |
| Age (as of 2024) | 31 Years |
| Birthplace | Gadag, Karnataka |
| Zodiac sign | Pisces |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Hometown | Gadag, Karnataka |
| School | Model High School, Gadag-Betigeri, Karnataka |
| College/University | KEN School of Art, Bangalore |
| Educational Qualification | ⢠BBA from a college in Bengalore ⢠An animation diploma from KEN School of Art, Bangalore check sources Facebook - Neethu Vanajakshi |
| Tattoo(s) | She has several tattoos inked on her body.  |
| Relationships & More | |
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
| Sexual Orientation | Transwoman check sources The Indian Express |
| Family | |
| Husband/Spouse | N/A |
| Parents | Name Not Known  |
| Siblings | She has a sister. |
| Car Collection | NEXA car  |
Some Lesser Known Facts About Neethu Vanajakshi
Neethu Vanajakshi is an Indian actress, model, entrepreneur, and tattoo artist. In 2023, she appeared as a contestant in the TV reality show âBigg Boss Kannada Season 10,â aired on Colors Kannada.
Since childhood, he had a deep interest in art.
He worked as a part-time tattoo artist and event organiser to help his family financially.
He was born as a male in a conservative family. At the age of 11, he realised his gender identity as a third gender, but he kept it secret from his family. He was afraid that his family might not be supportive if he revealed his identity as a third gender. However, he later made a decision to fulfil his responsibilities towards his family before disclosing his gender identity to them so that it would be easier for him to convince them. In an interview, he talked about it and said,
When I came to Bengaluru in 2007, I saw many people, especially transpersons, begging. I was convinced that if I did my duty towards my family, completed my education and showed my talent, they would accept me. Then gender wouldnât matter.â
Neethu Vanajakshi before transition
After completing his formal education, Neethu Vanajakshi established a successful career as a tattoo artist. He opened his own tattoo studio named âTit for Tattooâ in 2016.
Later, he established a beauty parlour for his sister and a hotel named âGama Gamaâ for his mother.
Neethu Vanajakshiâs hotel âGama Gamaâ
After establishing himself as a successful enterpreneur, he believed that he had fulfill all his familial responsibilities and decided to reveal his gender identity to his parents. First of all, he revealed this to his sister who found it hard to believe at first but later accepted him as a transwomen. When he later revealed his third gender identity to his mother, she experienced a period of depression. However, over time, she also came to accept him and his gender identity. check sources The Indian Express
When he went to Bengalore to pursue higher studies, he met some other people like him who belonged to the LGBTQ community and became friends with them. He later began taking hormonal treatment to transition, along with undergoing medical treatments and surgeries to fully embrace his identity as a transgender woman. In addition to this, he changed his name from Manjunath to Neethu Vanajakshi.
After becoming a transwoman, Neethu Vanajakshi pursued a career in modeling. She started taking part in different fashion shows and beauty contests.
Neethu Vanajakshi during a fashion show
In 2017, she participated in the âMiss Trans Diamondâ beauty pageant, where she was declared winner.
Neethu Vanajakshi at the âMiss Trans Diamond 2017â
On 3 October 2019, she became the winner of âMiss Trans Queen Indiaâ beauty pageant, which was hosted at Dilli Haat in Janakpuri, New Delhi.
Neethu Vanajakshi crowned as âMiss Trans Queen India 2019â
Neethu Vanajakshi has participated in the beauty pagent âMiss Internation Queen 2020,â where she represented India at an international level.
She has served as a judge for several beauty pageants such as âMr & Miss Bangalore 2018,â âMiss & Mrs Gracious Karnataka 2021,â and âMiss Karnataka Icon 2021.â
Poster of the Miss & Mrs Gracious Karnataka 2021
Besides this, she has also appeared in several print advertisments for various brands.
In 2020, she worked as an actor in the Kannada short film âNiguda Mouna.â
Neethu Vanajakshi (centre) in a still from the short film âNiguda Mounaâ
In 2022, she appeared in season 1 of the Kannada web series âJhansiâ in which she played he role of Ameesha. She also appeared in the season 2 of the series in 2023. The series was premiered on the OTT platform Disney+ Hotstar.
Neethu Vanajakshi in a still from the web series âJhansi Season 1â
She has participated in the Kannada TV reality show âSuper Queenâ (2023), which showcased the stories of women who achieved success and recognition despite facing difficulties in life.
Neethu Vanajakshi in a still from the TV show âSuper Queenâ
She appeared as a contestant in in the TV reality show âBigg Boss Kannada Season 10,â which aired on the channel Colors Kannada.
Neethu Vanajakshi in a still from the TV show âBigg Boss Kannadaâ
She is a trained semi-classical, Kathak, and belly dancer.
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