Ashika Ranganath is an Indian actress, who mainly works in Kannada films. She gained immense popularity for playing the roles of Nandini in the Kannada film ‘Crazy Boy’ (2016) and Mayuri in the Kannada film ‘Raambo 2’ (2018).
Wiki/Biography
Ashika Ranganath was born on Monday, 5 August 1996 (age 26 years; as of 2022) in Hassan, Karnataka. Her zodiac sign is Leo.
Ashika Ranganath’s childhood photo
She did her schooling at Bishop Sargant School & PU College, Tumkur, Karnataka. Later, she attended Jyoti Nivas Pre-University College, Bengaluru, Karnataka. While she was studying at Jyoti Nivas Pre-University College, she emerged as the runner-up in the Clean and Clear Fresh Face Bangalore contest.
Physical Appearance
Height (approx.): 5′ 5″
Weight (approx.): 55 kg
Hair Colour: Black (highlighted brown)
Eye Colour: Black
Figure Measurements (approx.): 34-28-34
Family
Parents & Siblings
Her father’s name is Ranganath, and her mother’s name is Sudha Ranganath. Her elder sister, Anusha Ranganath, is an actress.
Ashika Ranganath and her father
Ashika Ranganath and her mother
Ashika Ranganath with her sister
Career
Film
Kannada
The Indian actor Mahesh Babu spotted her in the Clean and Clear Fresh Face Bangalore contest and offered her a role in the Kannada film ‘Crazy Boy.’ In 2016, she made her acting debut with the Kannada film ‘Crazy Boy’ in which she played the role of Nandini.
Crazy Boy film poster
She then appeared in various Kannada films like ‘Mugulu Nage’ (2017), ‘Thayige Thakka Maga’ (2018), ‘Kotigobba 3’ (2021), ‘James’ (2022), and ‘Raymo’ (2022).
Raymo
Tamil
In 2022, she made her Tamil film debut with ‘Pattathu Arasan’ in which she played the role of Pavitra.
Pattathu Arasan
Telugu
She made her Telugu film debut in 2023 with the film ‘Amigos.’ She played the role of Ishika in the film.
Amigos
Other Work
She has appeared in a few TV commercials for brands like Gery Biscuit and Fairplay.
Ashika Ranganath in a TV ad
Controversy
Drunk Video Went Viral
In 2023, a video of her went viral on social media in which she was seen consuming alcohol and showing her middle finger. As soon as the video went viral, netizens started posting negative comments on her video. However, some sources said that the video was made in fun, and some other sources shared that the video was a promotional video for one of her films.
Later, the director of one of her films clarified the rumours and shared an apology video for Ashika and said,
Ashika is not a person who will behave in the way it is shown in the video. This was an intense scene from our film, which has been taken out of context. She is so upset with the viral video that she is now refusing to promote the film. Making the video public was a mistake by our marketing team. Someone has decided to use this sequence, which was part of the shooting. If you pay attention, there are shooting props in the background. Having said that, I take complete onus for this mistake. It should not have happened. This should not become a personal attack on Ashika. Right now, people are believing that this was a drunken tantrum by the actress because her acting was quite realistic. On behalf of the entire team, I extend a heartfelt apology to Ashika.”
Awards
- 2017: Nominated by SIIMA (Kannada) for Best Debut Actress for the Kannada film Crazy Boy
- 2019: Nominated by SIIMA (Kannada) for Best Actress in a Leading Role for the Kannada film Raambo 2
- 2022: Won SIIMA (Kannada) for Best Actress in a Leading Role for the Kannada film Madhagaja
Ashika Ranganath with her award
- 2022: Karnataka Women Achievers Award
Ashika Ranganath with her Karnataka Women Achievers Award
Facts/Trivia
- She is trained in various dance forms like freestyle and belly dance.
- Ashika is an avid animal lover and has shared various pictures with animals on her Instagram account.
Ashika Ranganath with a cat
- To maintain her fitness, she follows a workout regimen.
Ashika Ranganath doing pilates
- In 2023, she was featured on the cover of Tulip magazine.
Ashika Ranganath featured on the cover of Tulip magazine
- Ashika follows a non-vegetarian diet.
Ashika Ranganath’s Instagram highlights
- In her leisure time, she loves to go on trips with her family and friends.