Tejaswi Madivada
'Tejaswi Madivada is an Indian actress and model who mainly acts in the Telugu film industry. She made her acting debut in 2013 and later became famous for her performances in films like Ice Cream and Raju Gari Gadi. She also gained popularity on television after appearing in Bigg Boss Telugu. In 2026, she appeared as a contestant on The 50 India, venturing into reality television.
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| Tejaswi Madivada in 2026 | |
| Born | 03 July 1991 (age 34) Hyderabad, Telangana, India |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Education | B.A. in Mass Communication & Journalism |
| Alma mater | St. Francis Degree College for Women, Hyderabad |
| Occupation | Actress Dancer Model |
| Years active | 2013–present |
| Known for | Ice Cream Raju Gari Gadi Bigg Boss Telugu The 50 India |
| Notable works | Seethamma Vakitlo Sirimalle Chettu Ice Cream Raju Gari Gadi Srimanthudu |
| Awards | Miss Dabur Gulabari 2011 (Runner-up) |
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| Religion | Hinduism |
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Early Life & Education
Tejaswi Madivada was born on 3 July 1991 in Hyderabad, Telangana, India. She completed her schooling from Hyderabad Public School and Nasr School for Girls, Hyderabad. She later pursued a Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication and Journalism from St. Francis Degree College for Women, Hyderabad.
During her college days, she worked as a freelance dance instructor with the group “Twist n Turns.” She conducted dance workshops for corporate organizations such as HSBC, Wipro, and Franklin Templeton, as well as at educational institutions like Nasr School for Girls. Before entering films, she also took part in modeling assignments and beauty pageants, where she was the runner-up at Miss Dabur Gulabari 2011.
Career
Film Career
Tejaswi made her film debut with a supporting role in Seethamma Vakitlo Sirimalle Chettu (2013). She later appeared in films such as Manam and Heart Attack in minor roles. Her breakthrough came when she played the lead role in Ram Gopal Varma’s horror film Ice Cream (2014), which brought her significant attention.
She went on to appear in several Telugu films including Lovers, Anukshanam, Malli Malli Idhi Rani Roju, Srimanthudu, Pandaga Chesko, Subramanyam for Sale, and Raju Gari Gadi. She also acted in the Tamil film Natpathigaram 79.
Television
In 2018, Tejaswi participated in the popular reality show Bigg Boss Telugu, which increased her popularity among television audiences. After a brief hiatus from films, she returned to television in 2022 with the dance reality show BB Jodi on Star Maa.
The 50 India (2026)
In 2026, Tejaswi Madivada participated in the competitive reality show The 50 India as a contestant. This marked another significant milestone in her television career, bringing her to the notice of a broader national audience, aside from her success in regional cinema. [1][2]
Notable Works
- Seethamma Vakitlo Sirimalle Chettu (2013)
- Ice Cream (2014)
- Raju Gari Gadi (2015)
- Srimanthudu (2015)
- Bigg Boss Telugu (2018)
- The 50 India (2026)
Achievements and Recognition
Tejaswi first achieved recognition as the runner-up in the Miss Dabur Gulabari 2011 pageant. Her starring role in Ice Cream brought her to the forefront as a leading face in Telugu cinema. Her stint in Bigg Boss Telugu brought her a substantially larger fan base, while her entry into The 50 India further cemented her position in the reality television genre in India.
Personal Life
Tejaswi Madivada hails from Hyderabad, Telangana, and has been brought up in the same city. She adheres to Hinduism. She is known for her strong personality and free-spirited nature and has kept her personal life rather under wraps, while pursuing her acting and television career.
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References
- ↑ The 50 contestants list with photos revealed so far . In India TV News . Retrieved 5 February 2026
- ↑ The 50 reality show confirmed contestants full list – JioHotstar & Colors TV . In India Today . Retrieved 5 February 2026