Ria Nalavade

Actress

Indian Bengaluru

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ProfessionActress
NationalityIndian
BirthplaceBengaluru

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Profession(s)
  • Actress
  • Model
  • Writer
  • Director
Famous RoleAntari in the JioCinema web series UP65

Physical Stats & More

Height5'7
Weight50 kg
Eye ColorDark Brown
Hair ColorBlack
Figure Measurements (approx.)34-26-34

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolDelhi Public School Bangalore, East
College/UniversityIndira Gandhi University, Delhi
Educational QualificationGraduation from Indira Gandhi University, Delhi

Personal Life

Food HabitNon-vegetarian
Interests
  • Skating
  • Painting
  • Reading
  • Fitness
  • Bharatnatyam dance
  • Animal welfare
  • Philanthropy

Relationships & More

Marital StatusUnmarried

Family

FatherNitin Nalavade
MotherPushpa Nalavade
GrandmotherNayantara Nalavade (first female mayor of Nipani town)

Career

Debut
Film (Short Film) (As a Director and Writer)Kas Ke Pakad (2021)
Web Series (As an Actor)UP65 aired on JioCinema
Awards
  • Best Film Award as Debut Film, India Film Project, Kas Ke Pakad (2021)
  • Best Sound Design Award, India Film Project, Kas Ke Pakad (2021)
  • Second position for fiction short at Aakruti-My Creation International Film Festival (2023)
Notable Works
  • Three Legged Horse (also known as Teen Payancha Ghoda)
  • Sunflower - Season 1
  • Man Mauji (Marathi film)
  • Home 2 (Sci-fi short film for Netflix TakeTen)
  • UP65 (JioCinema web series)
Career Start2016 (at age 16)
BreakthroughOPPO Times Fresh Face 2016 (March 2017)
Recognition
  • One of ten voices selected by Netflix and Film Companion as part of TakeTen
  • Finalist of SWA Script Lab 2023
  • Developing original drama webshow Pretty Ugly (selected at SWA Script Lab and Pitch Fest 2023)
Brand Endorsements
  • SBI
  • Vaseline
  • Bewakoof
  • Airtel
  • Havells
  • Yardley
  • Mahindra
  • OPPO Phones
  • Lifestyle Fashion
  • Max Fashion
  • Bajaj Almond Drops

Favourites

FoodAppam and Fish Curry
ActressLara Dutta
FilmBollywood - Barfi (2012)

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Ria Nalavade is a talented actress, model, director, and writer from India.
2. She gained fame for portraying Antari in the JioCinema web series UP65.
3. Her family hails from Bengaluru.
4. After her studies, Ria relocated to Mumbai to pursue a modeling career.
5. Ria has walked the ramp for top designers like Neeta Lulla and Ashwini Reddy, and appeared in commercials for brands such as OPPO and Lifestyle Fashion.
6. She owns two pet cats, including one named Dulhari.
7. A skilled skater, Ria actively participates in skating events.
8. Ria is an ardent dog lover and a talented painter.
9. She enjoys reading and proudly embraces being a bookworm.
10. Ria is a fitness enthusiast who frequents the gym.
11. Proficient in Bharatnatyam, Ria has received formal training in classical Indian dance.
12. Ria became a TEDx speaker at the age of 18 while still in school.
13. In March 2017, she was crowned OPPO Times Fresh Face 2016.
14. On June 23, 2023, Ria shared on Instagram about missing her board exams in Bangalore to compete in a Mumbai contest where she emerged victorious.
15. Initially planning to attend the New York Film Academy, Ria chose acting in a Kannada film over it but was replaced before shooting commenced.
16. Before landing her role in UP65, Ria went through over 3000 auditions, facing rejections until securing the part.
17. She entered the entertainment industry at just 16 years old.
18. As a filmmaker, Ria was a finalist in TakeTen, expressing her dream of being India's first virtual reality filmmaker.
19. Ria showcased her diverse talents at Campus Princess 2018.
20. She was selected as one of the ten voices for Netflix and Film Companion's TakeTen and a finalist at SWA Script Lab 2023.
21. Ria has done brand endorsements for SBI, Vaseline, Bewakoof, Airtel, Havells, Yardley, and Mahindra.
22. Her grandmother Nayantara Nalavade was the first female mayor of Nipani town.
23. Ria is an ardent animal lover and a talented painter.
24. Ria is a volunteer for causes supporting animals and children.
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