Early Life and Academic Brilliance

Shreya was born on 30 November 1988 in the city of Hyderabad, Telangana, India and spent her childhood in Dubai, Delhi and India by virtue of the fact that her father was an aviator. She was an excellent academic and got a B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering at the NIT Warangal even at the time before entering the entertainment industry, which is an indication of her intellectual capability despite being exposed to the world at a very young age. 

Physical Presence: Height & Persona

Shreya, who is 5 feet 8 inches (173 cm) tall, has an elegant presence on the screen that can be used alongside her diverse acting abilities. Her dignified character, which is supplemented by classical training in dancing, makes her presence on the screen more prominent. 

The Journey into Films and Web Series

Shreya started her career in Telugu in the film Josh, in which she played a leading role in 2009 and slowly shifted to mainstream projects. Her first Bollywood appearance was in Why Cheat India (2019) but the role that made her a household name was that of journalist Sucheta Dalal in Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story a role that brought her global attention and fame. 

Other than Scam 1992, she also starred in popular OTT hits such as The Family Man, Mumbai Diaries 26/11 and Guns and Gulaabs, displaying her versatility across genres. 

Beyond Acting: Author, Creator & Visionary

Shreya is not only an actress, but she is also a writer, director and producer. She wrote the novel Fade to White and even coined the viral-era series The Viral Wedding during the COVID-19 lockdown. This compositional openness is indicative of her dedication to storytelling of any kind. 

Life in 2026: Age, Personal Life & Net Worth

Shreya Dhanwanthary is 37 years old as of 2026 and she has remained a secretive person, focusing on her art and craft. No official records about her relationships have ever been confirmed, which is why she prefers to focus on her professional aspects. 

Her net worth approximated in 2026 is approximately 12-15 crore which she gained as an actress, as an endorsement, as a writer and in creative works, a mark of multi-stream career success. 

A Voice Beyond Entertainment

Shreya is also authentic even off-screen. She has not been shy to publish her opinions on societal matters such as open posts about the realities of real estate in Mumbai which have triggered massive public attention and presented her as someone who is easy to identify with and is accessible to the masses. 

Conclusion: A Legacy in the Making

Having started life as a girl with a dream to be an engineer, Shreya Dhanwanthary transforms herself into a vibrant performer and creator and does not give up on her passion. As she has a lot of projects scheduled, her star is still on the rise, and Shreya is a powerful and motivating figure in the entertainment industry.