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Aparna Balamurali

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Aparna Balamurali is an acclaimed Indian actress and playback singer primarily working in Malayalam and Tamil cinema. Known for her versatile performances and soulful singing, she made her film debut with Oru Second Class Yathra 2015 and gained prominence with Maheshinte Prathikaaram 2016. Born on September 11, 1995, in Thrissur, Kerala, Aparna is the daughter of music director KP Balamurali Menon and Shobha Balamurali. She is celebrated for her National Award-winning performance in Soorarai Pottru 2020 and continues to impress audiences with films like Viruman 2022 and Nitham Oru Vaanam 2022. Apart from acting, she is a trained classical dancer and playback singer.

Aparna Balamurali is an acclaimed Indian actress and playback singer primarily working in Malayalam and Tamil cinema. Known for her versatile performances and soulful singing, she made her film debut with Oru Second Class Yathra 2015 and gained prominence with Maheshinte Prathikaaram 2016. Born on September 11, 1995, in Thrissur, Kerala, Aparna is the daughter of music director KP Balamurali Menon and Shobha Balamurali. She is celebrated for her National Award-winning performance in Soorarai Pottru 2020 and continues to impress audiences with films like Viruman 2022 and Nitham Oru Vaanam 2022. Apart from acting, she is a trained classical dancer and playback singer.

Aparna Balamurali is a celebrated Indian actress and playback singer who primarily works in Malayalam and Tamil cinema. Born on September 11, 1995, in Thrissur, Kerala, she is the daughter of music director KP Balamurali Menon and Shobha Balamurali. Aparna completed her schooling at Devamatha CMI Public School and pursued a Bachelor is degree in Architecture from the Global Institute of Architecture in Palakkad, Kerala. Her passion for acting and music led her to enter the film industry, making her debut with Oru Second Class Yathra 2015. She rose to prominence with her critically acclaimed performance in Maheshinte Prathikaaram 2016, earning several accolades for her debut in a leading role. Aparna is best known for her National Award winning role as Bommi in the Tamil film Soorarai Pottru 2020, which established her as one of the most talented actresses of her generation. In addition to acting, Aparna is a trained classical dancer and a playback singer, having lent her voice to multiple Malayalam and Tamil film songs. She has appeared in successful films such as Viruman 2022, Nitham Oru Vaanam 2022, and the upcoming psychological thriller Mirage 2025 directed by Jeethu Joseph. Aparna is widely appreciated for her versatility, resilience, and ability to portray complex characters with depth and authenticity. Today, she is regarded as one of the most promising and influential young actresses in South Indian cinema.
Aparna Balamurali is a celebrated Indian actress and playback singer who primarily works in Malayalam and Tamil cinema. Born on September 11, 1995, in Thrissur, Kerala, she is the daughter of music director KP Balamurali Menon and Shobha Balamurali. Aparna completed her schooling at Devamatha CMI Public School and pursued a Bachelor is degree in Architecture from the Global Institute of Architecture in Palakkad, Kerala. Her passion for acting and music led her to enter the film industry, making her debut with Oru Second Class Yathra 2015. She rose to prominence with her critically acclaimed performance in Maheshinte Prathikaaram 2016, earning several accolades for her debut in a leading role. Aparna is best known for her National Award winning role as Bommi in the Tamil film Soorarai Pottru 2020, which established her as one of the most talented actresses of her generation. In addition to acting, Aparna is a trained classical dancer and a playback singer, having lent her voice to multiple Malayalam and Tamil film songs. She has appeared in successful films such as Viruman 2022, Nitham Oru Vaanam 2022, and the upcoming psychological thriller Mirage 2025 directed by Jeethu Joseph. Aparna is widely appreciated for her versatility, resilience, and ability to portray complex characters with depth and authenticity. Today, she is regarded as one of the most promising and influential young actresses in South Indian cinema.

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Alternative names Appu, Aparna, Bommi
Height 5'3"
Born September 11, 1995 · Thrissur, Kerala, India
Parents Bala Murali Sobha
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Actress

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Aparna Balamurali is a National Award winning Indian actress and playback singer who works primarily in Malayalam and Tamil cinema. She is known for her versatile performances and roles in films like Soorarai Pottru and Maheshinte Prathikaaram.

She was born on September 11, 1995, in Thrissur, Kerala, India.

Her notable films include Maheshinte Prathikaaram 2016, Soorarai Pottru 2020, Viruman 2022, Nitham Oru Vaanam 2022, and the upcoming thriller Mirage 2025.

Yes, she won the National Film Award for Best Actress for her performance in Soorarai Pottru and has received several other accolades including Filmfare and SIIMA Critics Awards.

Apart from acting, Aparna is a trained classical dancer and playback singer. She has also sung songs in both Malayalam and Tamil films.

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Trivia

Aparna Balamurali made her film debut in Oru Second Class Yathra 2015.
Gained critical acclaim for Maheshinte Prathikaaram 2016.
Won the National Film Award for Best Actress for Soorarai Pottru 2020.
She is also a trained classical dancer and playback singer.
Aparna has openly discussed challenges of body shaming in the film industry.

Quotes

Every role teaches me something new about life and myself.
I believe in working hard and letting my work speak for me.

Trademarks

Powerful and versatile acting in Malayalam and Tamil films.
Strong emotional depth in portraying characters.
Blend of classical dance and expressive acting in films.
Playback singing for films she acts in.

Nicknames

Appu, Bommi

Salaries

Estimated Rs 1 to 2 crore per film