- Known for
- Acting
- Born
- Mar 9, 1992 (34 years old)
- Place of birth
- Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Disha Madan
**Disha Madan** (born 2 March 1993) is an Indian actress, content creator, and former dancer who works primarily in Kannada television and cinema. Known for her infectious screen presence, vibrant personality, and successful transition from social media stardom to mainstream acting, she is one of the most recognizable young digital and entertainment personalities in Karnataka. Born and raised in Bengaluru, Karnataka, Disha developed a deep passion for dance and performance at a young age. She received formal training in Bharatanatyam and other dance forms, which helped build her confidence in front of the camera. Before her breakthrough in entertainment, she gained widespread public recognition as a phenomenal dancer, notably finishing as a top finalist in the hit Kannada reality dance show *Dancing Star* on Zee Kannada in 2014. Capitalizing on her growing popularity, she made her acting debut in television, starring in the immensely popular Kannada soap opera *Lakshmi Baramma* (2013–2017) as the lead character Mythili. The daily soap was a massive commercial success and turned her into a household name across Karnataka. As social media evolved, Disha became one of India's early digital content creators, building massive followings on platforms like Vine, Instagram, and YouTube. Alongside her husband, Rohan Shetty, she produced relatable, lighthearted, and comedic family sketches that resonated with millions of viewers, earning her a dedicated digital audience. She successfully transitioned from the small screen and digital space to feature films, making her silver screen debut in the 2019 romantic comedy *Humble Politician Nograj*, starring alongside Danish Sait. She further expanded her cinematic footprint with a prominent supporting role in the multi-starrer nostalgic drama *Hondisi Bareyiri* (2023). Blending her career as an actress with content creation and lifestyle entrepreneurship, she continues to be a vibrant and influential figure in the Sandalwood entertainment sphere.
