Kalyani Priyadarshan

Kalyani Priyadarshan, born on April 5, 1993, in Chennai, India, is a versatile Indian actress recognized for her work in Malayalam, Tamil, and Telugu cinema. Hailing from a family deeply entrenched in the film industry, with her father being the renowned filmmaker Priyadarshan and her mother, Lissy, a notable actress, Kalyani was destined for a career in the limelight. Her journey into the entertainment world commenced as an assistant production designer in the Hindi film “Krrish 3” (2013) under the guidance of Sabu Cyril. Subsequently, she honed her skills as an assistant art director in the Tamil film “Iru Mugan” (2016). However, Kalyani’s true passion lay in acting, and she made her much-anticipated debut in 2017 with the Telugu film “Hello,” opposite Akhil Akkineni. Despite the film’s moderate commercial success, Kalyani’s performance garnered praise, with critics commending her chemistry with Akhil. The year 2019 marked a significant phase in Kalyani’s career as she ventured into both Tamil and Telugu cinema. She appeared opposite Sai Dharam Tej in “Chitralahari,” which received mixed to positive reviews and emerged as a commercial success. Her portrayal of an innocent and naive girl was well-received, despite the romantic track being deemed superficial by some. Additionally, she made her Tamil debut in “Hero” alongside Sivakarthikeyan, although the film failed to make an impact at the box office. In 2020, Kalyani made her much-awaited Malayalam debut in “Varane Avashyamund” opposite Dulquer Salmaan. Her performance as a young woman in this conventional yet endearing role was lauded by critics, showcasing her versatility as an actress. She further displayed her acting prowess by portraying Urvashi’s younger version in a segment of “Putham Pudhu Kaalai,” seamlessly transitioning between past and present. Kalyani’s career trajectory continued to soar as she ventured into diverse roles across multiple languages. From the commercial success of “Chitralahari” to her acclaimed performance in “Varane Avashyamund,” she has solidified her position as a promising talent in Indian cinema. With accolades such as the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut ? South and multiple South Indian International Movie Awards to her name, Kalyani Priyadarshan stands poised for even greater achievements in the realm of acting.