Rochelle Rao is an Indian model, actress and TV host. He became a household name after appearing in “The Kapil Sharma Show.” She has participated in reality shows like “Bigg Boss” and “Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa.”
Wiki/Biography
Rochelle Rao was born on Friday, 25 November 1988 (age 30 years; as in 2019) in Chennai. He got his B.Sc. in Electronic Media from MOP Vaishnav College for Women Chennai. Before she entered the glamorous world, Rochelle Rao joined Pantaloons Miss India South and emerged as the first runner-up. After participating in a beauty pageant, Rao worked as an anchor for season 6 of the Indian Premier League. He rose to fame when he made an entry in the comedy show “The Kapil Sharma Show” as ‘Lotteri.’
Physical appearance
- Height (Approx): 5′ 5″
- Figure Measurements (Approx): 32-26-34
Family & Religion
Rochelle Rao was born into a Catholic Christian Family to a Telugu-German father and an Anglo-Indian mother. His father, Dr. NV Rao, is a Herbal Extract Medical Consultant and her mother’s name is Wendy Rao.
Childhood images of Rochelle Rao
Rochelle Rao with her mother- Wendy Rao
Father Rochelle Rao- Dr. NV Rao
He has twin brothers, Late Noel Rohn Rao and Fritz David Rao. The late Noel Rohn Rao, a US Citizen, died in Afghanistan while serving the US military.
Brother of Rochelle Rao -Late Noel Rohn Rao
Brother of Rochelle Rao -Fritz David Rao
Rochelle has an older sister, Paloma Rao, who is also an actress and VJ.
Rochelle Rao with her sister- Paloma Rao
Rochelle Rao is in a relationship with model, Keith Sequeira. The couple tied the knot on March 3, 2018 in Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu.
Rochelle Rao with Keith Sequeira
Rochelle Rao’s wedding photos
Career
Rochelle Maria Rao started her career as a TV anchor with ‘Channel UFX,’ a Chennai-based TV channel. She participated in the Pantaloons Miss India South pageant in January 2012 and became the first runner-up.
Rochelle Rao is the first runner-up of Pantaloons Femina Miss India South
She went on to win Femina Miss India International in 2012. She was also named “Miss Glamorous Diva,” “Miss Ramp Walk,” and “Miss Body Beautiful.” Rao placed ninth out of 80 contestants at the Miss International 2012 pageant.
Rochelle Rao-Femina Miss India International 2012
In 2014, he appeared on the Kingfisher calendar.
Rochelle Rao on the Kingfisher calendar
Rochelle Rao hosted the 6th season of Indian Premier League in 2013.
Rochelle Rao as IPL host
In 2013, she appeared in the dance reality show “Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa.”
Rochelle Rao in ‘Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa’
Rochelle Rao was also seen in Fox Life’s adventure show “Life Mein Ek Baar” along with Pia Trivedi, Evelyn Sharma, and Mahek Chahal.
Rochelle Rao in ‘Life Mein Ek Baar’
Rochelle participated in season 5 of “Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi Darr Ka Blockbuster.”
Rochelle Rao in Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi Darr Ka Blockbuster
She, along with Keith Sequeira, appeared as a contestant on the reality show “Bigg Boss 9” in 2015. Rochelle appeared as the third runner-up.
Rochelle Rao in ‘Bigg Boss 9’
Rao rose to fame when he appeared as ‘Lottery’ in the comedy show “The Kapil Sharma Show.”
Rochelle Rao as ‘Lottery’ in “The Kapil Sharma Show”
Rochelle Rao in ‘The Kapil Sharma Show’
In 2019, Rochelle Rao and her husband, Keith Sequeira, participated in season 9 of the dance reality show “Nach Baliye.”
Salary
Rochelle Rao charges close to ₹ 3-4 lakh/episode.
Controversy
- Rochelle Rao was detained at Bengaluru airport for almost 3 hours for not switching off her mobile phone.
Favorite Things
- Food: Kobe Beef Steak, Wasabi Shrimp
- Actor: Scarlett Johansson
- Movie: Now And Then (1995)
- Song: ‘Moves Like Jagger’ by Maroon 5
- Cafe/Bar: Thirsty Crow in Chennai
- Books: Harry Potter Series
- Destinations: Goa, New York, Brazil, Paris
- Quote: If you don’t stick to something, you’ll fall for anything.
Facts
- Rochelle Rao is actively involved with various charities and NGOs. He is the ambassador of an NGO called “Smile Foundation” which supports children from disadvantaged backgrounds.
- In an interview, he revealed that he wanted to start his own church and NGO.
- His hobbies include reading books, listening to music and traveling.
- His dream is to become famous.
- He is a big fan of American artist Patrick Swayze.
- Rochelle Rao drinks alcohol occasionally.
- There are rumors about Rao that she will become a nun. The model, however, cited the same as ‘the craziest rumor she’s ever heard about herself.’
- He has a tattoo on his right ankle.
Rochelle Rao’s tattoo on her right ankle
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