She was born on 10 August 1992 in Melukote, Karnataka, and later moved to Bangalore for her education.
Karunya holds a degree from Surana College, Bangalore, before pursuing her career in films.
Her early appearances were in films like Seena Hrudaya (2009) and Mathond Madhuvena (2011), before gaining recognition with Vajrakaya (2015).
She has acted in diverse films such as Kiragoorina Gayyaligalu (2016), Eradu Kanasu (2017), and Mane Maratakkide (2019), balancing both commercial and character-driven roles.
Apart from films, she has been active in television and reality shows, including Bigg Boss Kannada Season 4 and Cook with Kirikku.
She is admired for her ability to connect with audiences through both cinema and television, making her a versatile performer in the Kannada industry.
Karunya continues to expand her presence in entertainment, appearing in films like Petromax (2022).