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Actress Nayanthara Biography, Age, Height, Weight, Life Story, Education, Movie list, Career, Awards, Family, Net Worth

Learn about the biography of celebrity, Kollywood Actress Nayanthara. Actress Nayanthara's Life Story, Age, Height, Weight, Salary per movie, Net worth, Education, Movie list, Career, Awards, Family, Marriage life, Husband, Boyfriend, Father, Mother, Children, Nayanthara movies and more.

Actress Nayanthara Biography, Age, Height, Weight, Life Story, Education, Movie list, Career, Awards, Family, Net Worth

Nayanthara Short Biography

Nayanthara, is a prominent figure in Indian cinema, often referred to as Kollywood. Born on 18 November 1984, in Bangalore, Karnataka, India. Nayanthara stands at 5 feet 5 inches (165 cm) and 55 kg (121 lbs). At 40 years old (as of 2025), he has made a significant impact on the industry since starting his career in 2003 - Manassinakkare. Besides acting, Nayanthara is also a Model. His influence extends beyond acting, contributing to his net worth of approximately 100 crore. Nayanthara is an Indian nationality, and his zodiac sign is Scorpio.

Actress Nayanthara's father's name is Kurian Kodiyattu and her mother's name is Omana Kurian. Actress Nayanthara has One brother Leno Kurian. Nayanthara married Vignesh Shivan on 9 June 2022 and has 2 children Uyir and Ulag. Actress Nayanthara studied at Balikamadom Girls Higher Secondary School and a Bachelor's degree in English Literature at Marthoma College, Thiruvalla. Nayanthara is proficient in multiple languages, including Tamil, Malayalam, and English. Apart from that, she has a keen interest in hobbies such as Reading and listening to Music. Actress Nayanthara started a cinema career in Manassinakkare (2003) a Malayalam film directed by Sathyan Anthikad.

Nayanthara Biography

Real Name Diana Mariam Kurian
Nickname Lady Superstar
Age 40
Date Of Birth 18-11-1984
Body Measurement 34-26-34 inches
Height 5 feet 5 inches (165 cm)
Weight 55 kg (121 lbs)
Birth Place Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Live Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Profession Actress, Film Producer
Worked also Model
Start Career 2003 - Manassinakkare
Industry Indian Cinema
Worked in movies Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada
Religion Hinduism
Nationality Indian
Zodiac Scorpio
Hair Colour Black
Eye Colour Dark Brown

Nayanthara Family

Father Kurian Kodiyattu
Mother Omana Kurian
Siblings one brother
Brothers name Leno Kurian
Boyfriend no
Marital Status Married
Marriage 9 June 2022
Husband Vignesh Shivan
Childrens 2
Son Uyir and Ulag

Nayanthara Education

Education Bachelor's degree in English Literature
School Balikamadom Girls Higher Secondary School
College Marthoma College, Thiruvalla
Languages known Tamil, Malayalam, English
Hobbies Reading, Listening to Music

Nayanthara Favorites

Favorite Actor Rajinikanth
Favorite Actress Simran
Favorite Director Mani Ratnam
Favorite Food North Indian Cuisine
Favorite Colour Black
Favorite Dress Saree
Favorite Movies Manassinakkare, Chandramukhi
Favorite Places Paris, London
Favorite Sports Cricket
Favorite Cars Audi, BMW

Nayanthara First Film

First lead role film Manassinakkare (2003)
First film Language Malayalam
First film category Drama
First film Actor Jayaram
First film Director Sathyan Anthikad
First film Producer Subair
First film Story writer Ranjan Pramod
First film Music Director Ilaiyaraaja

Nayanthara Interesting Facts

Salary per movie 4-5 crore
Net worth 100 crore
Does actor smoke No
Does actor drink alcohol No
Brand ambassador Tanishq, GRT Jewellers
Fashion Designers Anu Vardhan
Career Highlights Versatile roles, strong female characters
Political Involvement None
Philanthropy Supporter of various charitable causes
Production House Rowdy Pictures
Box Office Success Consistently high-grossing films
Personal Traits Resilient, Dedicated, Private
Film Genres Drama, Thriller, Romance, Action
Recognition Numerous awards and nominations
Charity Work Involvement in educational and health initiatives
Public Appearances Rare and selective
Fan Following Massive, especially in South India
Personal Interests Reading, Travelling
Box Office Records Multiple high-grossing films
Popular Films with Directors Many collaborations with Atlee, Vignesh Shivan
Social Responsibility Portraying empowered women
Acting Style Natural, Intense, Versatile
Film Contributions Strong female lead roles, impactful performances
Film Impact Inspired many young actresses
Fan Engagement Active on social media
Film Critic Reviews Generally positive
Public Campaigns Brand endorsements, social causes
Personal Philosophy Hard work and dedication
Fitness Regimen Yoga, Regular workouts

Nayanthara Popular Films

Here you see some popular films of Nayanthara Chandramukhi, Ghajini, Billa, Raja Rani, Naanum Rowdy Dhaan, Aramm, Imaikkaa Nodigal, Kolamavu Kokila, Viswasam, Bigil, Darbar, Netrikann. These are the hit films of Nayanthara's popularity in the Indian film industry.

Nayanthara Movies List

Movie Name Year Language
Manassinakkare 2003 Malayalam
Vismayathumbathu 2004 Malayalam
Natturajavu 2004 Malayalam
Ayya 2005 Tamil
Chandramukhi 2005 Tamil
Thaskara Veeran 2005 Malayalam
Rappakal 2005 Malayalam
Ghajini 2005 Tamil
Sivakasi 2005 Tamil
Kalvanin Kadhali 2006 Tamil
Lakshmi 2006 Telugu
Boss 2006 Telugu
E 2006 Tamil
Thalaimagan 2006 Tamil
Vallavan 2006 Tamil
Yogi 2007 Telugu
Dubai Seenu 2007 Telugu
Sivaji: The Boss 2007 Tamil
Tulasi 2007 Telugu
Billa 2007 Tamil
Yaaradi Nee Mohini 2008 Tamil
Kuselan 2008 Tamil
Kathanayakudu 2008 Telugu
Satyam 2008 Tamil
Salute 2008 Telugu
Aegan 2008 Tamil
Twenty:20 2008 Malayalam
Villu 2009 Tamil
Anjaneyulu 2009 Telugu
Aadhavan 2009 Tamil
Adhurs 2010 Telugu
Bodyguard 2010 Malayalam
Goa 2010 Tamil
Simha 2010 Telugu
Boss Engira Bhaskaran 2010 Tamil
Elektra 2010 Malayalam
Super 2010 Kannada
Sri Rama Rajyam 2011 Telugu
Krishnam Vande Jagadgurum 2012 Telugu
Ethir Neechal 2013 Tamil
Greeku Veerudu 2013 Telugu
Raja Rani 2013 Tamil
Arrambam 2013 Tamil
Idhu Kathirvelan Kadhal 2014 Tamil
Anaamika 2014 Telugu
Nee Enge En Anbe 2014 Tamil
Nannbenda 2015 Tamil
Bhaskar the Rascal 2015 Malayalam
Massu Engira Masilamani 2015 Tamil
Thani Oruvan 2015 Tamil
Maya 2015 Tamil
Life of Josutty 2015 Malayalam
Naanum Rowdy Dhaan 2015 Tamil
Puthiya Niyamam 2016 Malayalam
Idhu Namma Aalu 2016 Tamil
Thirunaal 2016 Tamil
Babu Bangaram 2016 Telugu
Iru Mugan 2016 Tamil
Kaashmora 2016 Tamil
Dora 2017 Tamil
Aramm 2017 Tamil
Velaikkaran 2017 Tamil
Jai Simha 2018 Telugu
Kolamaavu Kokila 2018 Tamil
Imaikkaa Nodigal 2018 Tamil
Viswasam 2019 Tamil
Airaa 2019 Tamil
Mr. Local 2019 Tamil
Kolaiyuthir Kaalam 2019 Tamil
Love Action Drama 2019 Malayalam
Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy 2019 Telugu
Bigil 2019 Tamil
Darbar 2020 Tamil
Mookuthi Amman 2020 Tamil
Nizhal 2021 Malayalam
Netrikann 2021 Tamil
Aaradugula Bullet 2021 Telugu
Annaatthe 2021 Tamil
Kaathuvaakula Rendu Kaadhal 2022 Tamil
O2 2022 Tamil
Godfather 2022 Telugu
Gold 2022 Malayalam
Connect 2022 Tamil
Jawan 2023 Hindi
Iraivan 2023 Tamil
Annapoorani: The Goddess of Food 2023 Tamil

Nayanthara Awards

Award Category Film Year
Asianet Film Awards Best New Face of the Year Manassinakkare 2003
Mathrubhumi Film Awards Best Actress E 2007
Sunfeast Tamil Music Awards Best Actress Billa 2007
Vijay Awards Favourite Heroine Billa 2007
Vijay Awards Favourite Heroine Yaaradi Nee Mohini 2008
South Scope Style Awards Youth Icon Nayanthara 2009
Asianet Film Awards Best Actress Bodyguard 2010
Kalaimamani Awards Kalaimamani Contribution of Tamil Cinema 2010
Bharatamuni Film Awards Best Actress Sri Rama Rajyam 2011
CineMAA Awards Best Actress (Jury) Sri Rama Rajyam 2011
Filmfare Awards South Best Actress Sri Rama Rajyam 2011
Nandi Awards Best Actress Sri Rama Rajyam 2011
Santosham Film Awards Best Actress Sri Rama Rajyam 2011
TSR-TV9 Film Awards Best Actress Sri Rama Rajyam 2011
Ugadi Puraskar Awards Best Actress Sri Rama Rajyam 2011
JFW Divas of South Awards Divas of South Nayanthara 2012
South Indian International Movie Awards Best Actress Sri Rama Rajyam 2012
Behindwoods Gold Medal Best Acting Performance Raja Rani 2013
Edison Awards Best Actress Raja Rani 2013
Filmfare Awards South Best Actress Raja Rani 2013
South Indian International Movie Awards Best Actress (Critics) Krishnam Vande Jagadgurum 2013
Tamil Nadu State Film Awards Best Actress Raja Rani 2013
Vijay Awards Favourite Heroine Raja Rani 2013
Vijay Awards Best Actress Raja Rani 2013
Ananda Vikatan Awards Best Actress Naanum Rowdy Dhaan 2015
Edison Awards Best Actress Naanum Rowdy Dhaan 2015
Filmfare Awards South Best Actress Naanum Rowdy Dhaan 2015
International Indian Film Academy Awards Best Actress Maya 2015
Filmfare Awards South Best Actress Puthiya Niyamam 2016
Kerala Film Critics Association Awards Best Actress Puthiya Niyamam 2016
South Indian International Movie Awards Best Actress Naanum Rowdy Dhaan 2016
South Indian International Movie Awards Best Actress Bhaskar the Rascal 2016
Ananda Vikatan Awards Best Actress Aramm 2017
Edison Awards Best Actress Aramm 2017
Filmfare Awards South Best Actress Aramm 2017
South Indian International Movie Awards Best Actress Iru Mugan 2017
South Indian International Movie Awards Best Actress Puthiya Niyamam 2017
Vijay Awards Favourite Heroine Aramm 2017
Vijay Awards Best Actress Aramm 2017
Behindwoods Gold Medal The Golden Lady of South Indian Box Office Nayanthara 2018
Edison Awards Best Actress Imaikkaa Nodigal 2018
The Hindu World Of Women Awards Excellence in the field of Entertainment Nayanthara 2018
South Indian International Movie Awards Best Actress Aramm 2018
South Indian International Movie Awards Best Actress Viswasam 2020
Zee Cinema Awards – Tamil Favourite Actress Viswasam & Bigil 2020
Zee Cinema Awards – Tamil Sridevi Award for Inspiring Women of Indian Cinema Nayanthara 2020
JFW Movie Awards Best Women Centric Film Netrikann 2021
The Galatta Crown Awards Favourite Actress Mookuthi Amman 2022
The Galatta Crown Awards Empress of Indian Cinema Nayanthara 2022