NAYANTHARA

Personal Information

Full Name: Diana Mariam Kurian
Stage Name: Nayanthara
Born: November 18, 1984
Birthplace: Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Nationality: Indian
Profession: Actress, Film Producer
Years Active: 2003 – Present
Spouse: Vignesh Shivan (Married in 2022)
Children: Twin sons, Uyir and Ulag

Career Overview

Nayanthara is one of the most successful and highest-paid actresses in South Indian cinema. She has worked in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada films and is known as the “Lady Superstar” for her versatility and strong screen presence.

Filmography – Major Movies

Malayalam Films (Debut and Early Career)

  1. Manassinakkare (2003) – Debut film, a commercial success.
  2. Vismayathumbathu (2004) – Fantasy thriller with Mohanlal.
  3. Natturajavu (2004) – Action drama with Mohanlal.

Tamil Films (Rise to Stardom)

  1. Ayya (2005) – Tamil debut, a hit film.
  2. Chandramukhi (2005) – Blockbuster horror-comedy with Rajinikanth.
  3. Billa (2007) – Stylish gangster film, made her a fashion icon.
  4. Raja Rani (2013) – Romantic drama, won several awards.
  5. Naanum Rowdy Dhaan (2015) – Comedy-drama, acclaimed performance.
  6. Aramm (2017) – Played a district collector, widely appreciated.
  7. Imaikkaa Nodigal (2018) – Thriller film, played a CBI officer.
  8. Viswasam (2019) – Big hit with Ajith Kumar.
  9. Darbar (2020) – Action film with Rajinikanth.
  10. Connect (2022) – Horror thriller, first Tamil film with no interval.

Telugu Films (Success in Tollywood)

  1. Lakshmi (2006) – First Telugu hit.
  2. Boss (2006) – Romantic drama with Nagarjuna.
  3. Adhurs (2010) – Superhit comedy film.
  4. Simha (2010) – One of the biggest Telugu hits.
  5. Sri Rama Rajyam (2011) – Played Sita, won Nandi Award.
  6. Krishnam Vande Jagadgurum (2012) – Critically acclaimed role.
  7. Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy (2019) – Period drama.
  8. Godfather (2022) – Political thriller with Chiranjeevi.

Bollywood Entry

  1. Jawan (2023) – Hindi debut with Shah Rukh Khan, blockbuster hit.

Awards and Achievements

National Awards

  1. National Film Award (2023) – Special Jury Award for Best Actress.

Filmfare Awards

  1. Best Actress – Tamil for Raja Rani (2013).
  2. Best Actress – Telugu for Sri Rama Rajyam (2011).
  3. Best Actress – Tamil for Naanum Rowdy Dhaan (2015).
  4. Best Actress – Tamil for Aramm (2017).

Other Major Awards

  1. Nandi Award for Best Actress – Sri Rama Rajyam (2011).
  2. Vogue Award – Most Desirable Woman in South Cinema (2019).
  3. Behindwoods Gold Medal for Best Actress – Aramm (2017).
  4. South Indian International Movie Awards (SIIMA) – Multiple wins.

SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS : 

YOUTUBE : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=InRlIoVxmws&pp=ygUdTmF5YW50aGFyYSBsaWZlIGhpc3RvcnkgdGFtaWw%3D

INSTAGRAM : https://www.instagram.com/nayanthara/?hl=en