Kalyani Priyadarshan is a well-known Indian actress who predominantly works in the Malayalam, Tamil, and Telugu film industries.
She rose to prominence with her debut in the 2017 Telugu movie Hello, where her portrayal of Priya/Junnu alongside Akhil Akkineni gained her recognition.
Born into a film-oriented family, with her father, Priyadarshan, being an acclaimed filmmaker, and her mother, Lissy Lakshmi, a former actress, Kalyani had the foundations for a career in cinema.
Profile
- Full name: Kalyani Priyadarshan
- Date of birth: April 5, 1992
- Age: 32 years old
- Gender: Female
- Place of birth: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Profession: Actress, Art Director, Production Designer
- Height: 5 feet 2 inches (158 cm)
- Parents: Priyadarshan (Father), Lissy Lakshmi (Mother)
- Siblings: Siddharth Priyadarshan (Younger Brother)
- Spouse: N/A
- Children: N/A
- Relationship status: Single
- Religion: Hinduism
- Ethnicity: Malayali
- Net worth: $1-5 million
Early Life and Education
Kalyani Priyadarshan, now 32 years old, was born on April 5, 1992, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. She hails from a Malayali family that is deeply involved in the film industry.
Her father, Priyadarshan, is an iconic filmmaker, and her mother, Lissy Lakshmi, was a famous actress in the 1980s. Kalyani has one younger brother, Siddharth, who is inactive in the film industry.
During her early years, Kalyani attended Lady Andal Venkata Subba Rao Matriculation Higher Secondary School in Chennai before moving to Singapore to complete part of her education.
She later pursued a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture at the prestigious Parsons School of Design in New York City.
While studying, she also interned with theatre groups and spent time at the Williamstown Theatre Festival in Massachusetts, which nurtured her interest in the arts.
Kalyani identifies as Hindu, and her Malayali roots are reflected in much of her work in South Indian cinema.
Personal Life
Kalyani Priyadarshan maintains a relatively private personal life.
While she has been linked with rumors about relationships, particularly with actor Pranav Mohanlal, she has denied these claims, emphasizing that Pranav is her brother. Kalyani is unmarried and has not been publicly associated with any romantic relationships.
Career
Kalyani’s career in film started behind the scenes as she worked as an assistant production designer for Krrish 3 in Bollywood and later as an associate art director for the Tamil film Iru Mugan.
Her acting debut came in 2017 with the Telugu film Hello, a performance that won her the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut (South).
She subsequently appeared in Tamil and Malayalam films, making her mark with roles in Hero (2019), Varane Avashyamund (2020), and Maanaadu (2021).
One of her significant performances was in Marakkar: Arabikadalinte Simham, a historical drama directed by her father.
Kalyani has also impressed critics with her roles in Hridayam and Bro Daddy and her diverse character portrayals.
She continues to expand her portfolio with several upcoming projects in 2024, including the Tamil film Genie.
Awards
- Filmfare Award South: Best Female Debut for Hello (2018)
- South Indian International Movie Award: Best Debut Actress (Telugu) for Hello (2018)
- Zee Telugu Apsara Award: Debut Heroine of the Year for Hello (2018)
- SIIMA Award: Best Actress (Malayalam) for Bro Daddy (2023)
Net Worth
Kalyani Priyadarshan’s net worth is estimated to be between $1 million and $5 million.
Her wealth comes primarily from her acting career in South Indian cinema, where she is considered one of the rising stars.
In addition to acting, she has worked in design and behind-the-scenes, contributing to her overall earnings.
Social Media
- Instagram: @kalyanipriyan
- Twitter: @kalyanipriyan
Filmography
- Hello (2017)
- Chitralahari (2019)
- Ranarangam (2019)
- Hero (2019)
- Varane Avashyamund (2020)
- Maanaadu (2021)
- Hridayam (2022)
- Bro Daddy (2022)
- Thallumaala (2022)
- Sesham Mike-il Fathima (2023)
- Antony (2023)
- Genie (2024)
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