[4] During his early years, Fernandes and his mother, Victoria, made a move to Karachi, British India, where his father was engaged in employment, further nurturing his exposure to diverse cultural influences.
Singer Rose) during his formative years, was also a musician and vocalist and received his early education at St. Patrick's High School in Karachi, British India.
This educational institution, administered by the Jesuit order, provided Fernandes with a comprehensive foundation in music, encompassing reading, writing, and vocal training, with an emphasis on solfeggio.
[3] In 1919, during the theatrical tour of Karachi, British India by Saib Rocha's Union Jack Dramatic Company,[4] a Konkani tiatr titled Noketr Italia Xarachem (A Star from the city of Italy) captivated young Fernandes.
This experience ignited Fernandes' desire to contribute to the tiatr tradition, leading him to embark on the creation of his own script, eventually resulting in the production of Comedy of Errors vo Gondoll Zunvlleam Bhavancho.
The inaugural staging of Comedy of Errors vo Gondoll Zunvlleam Bhavancho took place at the Goa Portuguese Association Hall in Karachi.
Fernandes made history by being the inaugural Goan artist to perform at The Palace Theatre in Karachi, a venue traditionally restricted to European theater troupes.
Fernandes' artistic accomplishments left an impact on the Goan community residing in Karachi, inspiring many individuals to pursue acting and singing.
[3] In the tiatr Aga Kumpar by Alexinho De Candolim, Fernandes portrayed a daring character with precision, leaving an impression on the audience.
Impressed by his abilities, Souzalin later cast Fernandes as a heartbroken father in the production Hem Asa Tem (This is what is), which garnered significant fame and acclaim.
His acute attention to detail in costume selection, makeup application, and voice modulation allowed him to authentically embody each character he depicted.
[1] Rosario subsequently entered into wedlock with Rita Rose, a fellow Konkani singer and actress hailing from Bombay, British India.
Due to deteriorating health, he decided to permanently step away from performing on the Konkani tiatr stage, and retired to his ancestral residence in Aldona, Goa, at the age of 55.