Bigg Boss Telugu 6 contestant Aarohi Rao: From working in paddy fields for Rs. 100-150 due to financial crunch to hitting back at a stalker in Warangal, lesser known side of the news presenter

Anjali aka Aarohi Rao is one of the most talked about contestants in Bigg Boss Telugu season 6 now; due credits to her spat with Revanth in the recent episode. The news presenter held her ground in her argument with Revanth and did not hesitate to walk up to the latter and also apologise. It remains to be seen how their fights pan out in the upcoming episodes. However, not many know that Aarohi is a fighter and self-made woman. Here's a quick look at some lesser-known facts about Aarohi.

Born Anjali, Aarohi was born in a village near Warangal. She lost her mother at the age of just 5 years. Her father abandoned the family and she along with her elder brother were raised by her grandmother.

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Aarohi completed her graduation in Warangal. She had to discontinue her MBA (HR) due to financial constraints but she feels education is important for everyone.

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Aarohi always loved movies, songs, and singing. She used to sing in school and other occasions and was appreciated for her voice.

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Aarohi worked in agricultural fields for Rs. 100 pocket money. She discontinued her post-graduation and started to do odd jobs to support her family. Aarohi even dubbed for short films for Rs. 200. She apparently gave Rs. 100 to her grandma and ate biryani with the leftover Rs. 100.

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During her graduation days, she got trained in news reading and secured a job in a local TV channel. Her first salary was Rs. 4000, which helped her pay her educational expenses.

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Aarohi strived hard to convince her grandmother to move to Hyderabad and pursue a career in media with the help of her elder brother. She was one of those millions who lost their job during the pandemic. She auditioned for a popular news channel and got selected due to her Telangana accent and vivaciousness. She hasn't looked back ever since.

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Describing herself as a 'tomboy', Aarohi shared in a recent online interview that she was once stalked by someone during her graduation days in Warangal. She kicked a bike which fell on that guy and he complained to the local police against her. Aarohi prefers to be a tomboy to stay safe and strong in society.

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