Nayanthara
Born: 1984-11-18
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Nayanthara is a Indian actress and producer, celebrated for her work across Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam cinema. Known as the “Lady Superstar” of South Indian films, she has received multiple accolades and has appeared in over 75 films.
Nayanthara is a Indian actress and producer, celebrated for her work across Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam cinema. Known as the “Lady Superstar” of South Indian films, she has received multiple accolades and has appeared in over 75 films.
Nayanthara, born Diana Mariam Kurian on 18 November 1984 in Bengaluru, Karnataka, is a prominent Indian actress and film producer. She holds a BA degree from Mar Thoma College and began her acting career in 2003 with the Malayalam film Manassinakkare. Over the years, she made her mark in Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada cinema with successful debuts in Ayya (2005), Lakshmi (2006), and Super (2010), respectively.With a film career spanning two decades, Nayanthara has acted in over 75 films and emerged as one of the highest-paid actresses in India. She was the only South Indian actress listed in Forbes India’s “Celebrity 100” in 2018. Her powerful performances in films like Sri Rama Rajyam (2011), Raja Rani (2013), Naanum Rowdy Dhaan (2015), Aramm (2017), and Puthiya Niyamam (2016) earned her critical acclaim and major awards, including multiple Filmfare Awards South, a Nandi Award, and a Tamil Nadu State Film Award.Nayanthara is especially noted for leading strong, female-driven narratives in films such as Maya, Dora, Imaikkaa Nodigal, Airaa, Mookuthi Amman, and Netrikann. She also appeared in blockbuster hits like Chandramukhi, Ghajini, Billa, Viswasam, Bigil, and made her Bollywood debut in Jawan (2023).
Nayanthara, born Diana Mariam Kurian on 18 November 1984 in Bengaluru,
Karnataka, is a prominent Indian actress and film producer. She holds a BA degree from Mar Thoma College and began her acting career in 2003 with the Malayalam film Manassinakkare. Over the years, she made her mark in Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada cinema with successful debuts in Ayya (2005), Lakshmi (2006), and Super (2010), respectively.With a film career spanning two decades, Nayanthara has acted in over 75 films and emerged as one of the highest-paid actresses in India. She was the only South Indian actress listed in Forbes India’s “Celebrity 100” in 2018. Her powerful performances in films like Sri Rama Rajyam (2011), Raja Rani (2013), Naanum Rowdy Dhaan (2015), Aramm (2017), and Puthiya Niyamam (2016) earned her critical acclaim and major awards, including multiple Filmfare Awards South, a Nandi Award, and a Tamil Nadu State Film Award.Nayanthara is especially noted for leading strong, female-driven narratives in films such as Maya, Dora, Imaikkaa Nodigal, Airaa, Mookuthi Amman, and Netrikann. She also appeared in blockbuster hits like Chandramukhi, Ghajini, Billa, Viswasam, Bigil, and made her Bollywood debut in Jawan (2023).
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Personal details
- Alternative names Diana Mariam Kurien, Nayan, Nayantra,
- Height 5'5
- Born November 18, 1984 · Bangalore
- Spouses
- Vignesh Shivan
- Children Uyir Rudronil N Shivan Ulag Daiwik N Shivan
- Relatives Lenu Kurian,
- Other works
- producer
Official sites
instagram
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Parents
Kurian Kodiyattu
Omana Kurian
FAQ
Nayanthara real name is Diana Mariam Kurian.
She is married to filmmaker Vignesh Shivan.
She has won five Filmfare Awards South, a Nandi Award, a Tamil Nadu State Film Award, and seven SIIMA Awards for her outstanding performances.
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Trivia
Nayanthara was a college student when director Sathyan Anthikad discovered her and offered her debut role in Manassinakkare.
Quotes
Strong women don't need validation. They rise, fall, and rise again—on their own terms.
Trademarks
Powerful and emotional female-centric roles
Nicknames
Lady Superstar
Salaries
₹10 crore per movie.
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