Vishalakshi though was born to Telugu speaking family, most of her family contributed towards Kannada literature. She hailed from Taluku Family which was famous for their literary skills. She is also niece of noted Kannada novelist T. R. Subba Rao (TaRaSu). Visits from her uncle and exchange of conversation with him about writing and novels fascinated young Vishalakshi. These early influences blossomed her creativity.
