Tarini Kalingarayar is an Indian model, beauty pageant finalist and classical dancer with grace and cultural heritage. She rose to prominence after emerging as finalist at Miss Universe India 2021 and winning the title of Miss Diva Tamil Nadu 2021. She is also a trained Bharatanatyam dancer and it reflects strongly in her stagecraft and persona.
In addition to modelling, she has also collaborated with various fashion designers and brands. She is applauded for being bold enough to take South Indian culture on a national platform while inspiring the younger generation of fashionistas and pageantry enthusiasts.
Tarini Kalingarayar (Miss Diva Tamil Nadu 2021): Biography
Tarini Kalingarayar, an Indian model, beauty pageant finalist and classical dancer was born on 11 january 2000 in Chennai, India. She gained national attention after being crowned Miss Diva Tamil Nadu 2021 and finalist in Miss Universe India 2021. She is the Bharatanatyam Dancer and has always infused her traditional Indian values with contemporary style!
| Profile | Details |
| Full Name | Tarini Kalingarayar |
| Profession | Model and Beauty Pageant |
| Date of Birth | 11 January 2000 |
| Age (2025) | 25 Years Old |
| Birth Place | Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
| Languages Known | English, Tamil, and Hindi |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Husband Name | Kalidas Jayaram |
| Marriage Date | 8 December 2024 |
| Marraige Venue | Guruvayur Shri Krishna Temple |
| Known For | Miss Tamil Nadu |
| Net Worth (2025) | Approx. $120, 000 USD |
Tarini Kalingarayar Age, Height, Weight and Physical Stats
As of 2025, Tarini Kalingarayar is 25 years old. She is around 5 feet 9 inches (175 cm) tall and weight around 55 kg. She has the perfect model looks with body measurements of 34-26-36. She has a fair to wheatish complexion, along with black hair and dark brown colour eyes that go well With the rest of her cool features make her total stunner.
| Age (As of 2025) | 25 Years |
| Height | 5 Feet 9 Inches (175 cm) |
| Weight | 55 Kg |
| Body Measurements | 34-26-36 |
| Hair Colour | Black Colour |
| Eye Colour | Black Colour |
Tarini Kalingarayar Family Member
Tarini hails from a friendly family in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Harihar Raj is her father, who is an south Indian actor and her mother, Arathy, she is works at Reliance Group. Her sister name is Shivani and she is an lawyer and grandfather is an retired Air Force Pilot, Ex – MP.
| Relation | Name | Profession / Role |
| Tarini Kalingarayar Father | Harihar Raj | Former Actor |
| Mother | Arathy | Reliance Group |
| Sister | Shivani | Lawyer |
| Grand Father | Not Public | Retired Air Force Pilot, Ex-MP |
Educational Qualifications
Tarini was started schooling in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. She studied Visual Communication at M.O.P. Vaishnav College for Women, Chennai. Apart from school, she attended classes to practice Bharatanatyam dance which laid the foundation of her self-confidence and even creativity on stage, later became a part of her successful career as a model and beauty pageant.
Tarini Kalingarayar Husband and Marriage Status
| Event | Date |
| Engagement | 10 November 2023. |
| Marriage | 8 December 2024 at Guruvayoor Temple, Kerala. |
| Fiancee Name | Kalidas Jayaram |
Tarini Kalingarayar Professional Career
- Tarini’s career as a professional dancer Opened with a classical form of Bharatanatyam.
- Since childhood, She started performing at cultural programs and stage shows.
- She Started as a local assignment model cum fashionista.
- Had Collaboration with Fashion Designers and Photographers in Chennai, India.
- Won Miss Diva Tamil Nadu 2021
- Finalist at Miss Universe India 2021
- National fame Achieved national attention for portraying South Indian culture
- She continued to model, walking runways and appearing in editorials
Awards and Achievements
- Won Miss Tamil Nadu – 2019
- 1st Runner-up, Miss South India – 2019
- Won Miss Photogenic and Miss Personality -2019
- Finalist at Miss Universe India. – 2021
- Won Best Fashion Model Award. – 2023
Tarini Kalingarayar Networth (2025)
As of 2025, Tarini Kalingarayar net worth is estimated to be between roughly ₹1 – ₹1.5 crore INR (Approx $120,000 – $180,000 USD) according to some financial estimate available.
| Year | Estimated Net worth |
| 2021 | Rs 25 – Rs 30 Lakh |
| 2022 | Rs 40 – Rs 50 Lakh |
| 2023 | Rs 60 – Rs 70 Lakh |
| 2024 | Rs 80 – Rs 1 Crore |
| 2025 | Rs 1 – Rs 1.5 Crore |
Her main source of income are:
- Modeling contracts and runway shows
- Partnerships and endorsements (fashion, beauty and lifestyle)
- Marketing in social media Advertisement (comparisons and contracts with influencers)
Social Media Presence
Tarini is very active on Instagram, documenting everything from her fashion and lifestyle to travel and personal life. As of 2025, she has developed a massive and diverse online-based fan base that is comprised of more than ~3.3 lakh (330k+) followers.
| Platform | Link | Followers |
| @tarini. kalingarayar | 333K+ |
FAQs
Tarini Kalingarayar is an model, beauty pageant finalist and classical dancer. She won the winning title of Miss Diva Tamil Nadu 2021
Tarini Kalingarayar age is 25 Years (As of 2025).
