Aditi Rao Hydari

Aditi Rao Hydari, an Indian actress known for her work in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu cinema, made her debut in the film industry with the Malayalam film “Prajapathi” in 2006. Born into the distinguished Tyabji?Hydari family, her acting career has been marked by notable performances across various languages. In Hindi cinema, Aditi gained attention with supporting roles in films like “Yeh Saali Zindagi” (2011), “Rockstar” (2011), “Murder 3” (2013), “Wazir” (2016), and the period drama “Padmaavat” (2018). Her versatility and talent were further showcased in Mani Ratnam’s romantic drama “Kaatru Veliyidai” (2017), where she earned acclaim and a SIIMA Award for her portrayal. In addition to her Hindi projects, Aditi has made significant contributions to Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam cinema with films such as “Chekka Chivantha Vaanam” (2018), “Sammohanam” (2018), “Sufiyum Sujatayum” (2020), and “Maha Samudram” (2021). She has also ventured into the digital space with the Hindi anthology film “Ajeeb Daastaans” (2021) and the series “Jubilee” (2023). Aditi’s background is steeped in rich heritage and lineage. Born in Hyderabad, she hails from the distinguished Tyabji?Hydari family. Her father, Ehsaan Hydari, came from a lineage associated with nobility in erstwhile Hyderabad state, while her mother, Vidya Rao, is a classical singer with roots in Mangalore and Telugu ancestry. Aditi’s maternal lineage is equally illustrious, with her maternal grandmother being the founder of Vidyaranya High School in Hyderabad and the daughter of J. Rameshwar Rao, the last ruling Raja of Wanaparthy. Furthermore, Aditi’s maternal cousin is Kiran Rao, the Indian film producer, screenwriter, and director. Through her talent, versatility, and distinguished lineage, Aditi Rao Hydari continues to leave an indelible mark in the Indian film industry, captivating audiences with her performances across languages and genres.