Priyamani Birthday Special: From 'One Two Three Four' to 'Jawan' – Priyamani’s Transformation from South to Bollywood!

On June 4, 2025, actress Priyamani turns 41. A South Indian star, she's made her mark in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam films, and gained popularity among Hindi film audiences too.

By Priyanka Yadav 04 Jun 2025 in Birthday Special

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Priyamani Birthday Special From 'One Two Three Four' to 'Jawan' – Priyamani’s Transformation from South to Bollywood!

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On June 4, 2025, Indian film actress Priyamani celebrates her 41st birthday. She is a well-known name in the South Indian film industry and has also earned a special place in the hearts of Hindi-speaking audiences. She won over Hindi viewers with her role as Manoj Bajpayee’s wife in the web series The Family Man.

Acting Debut and Early Struggles

Priyamani with cousin Vidya Bala

Priyamani was born on June 4, 1984, in Palakkad, Kerala. She is a cousin of Bollywood actress Vidya Balan. She started her film career with the Telugu film Kangalal Kaidhu Sei. Later, she appeared in Balu Mahendra's Adhu Oru Kana Kaalam, which did not perform well. She gained fame with the Telugu film Pellaina Kothalo, opposite Jagapathi Babu, and never looked back. Throughout her career, she has acted in notable films such as Thirakkatha (2008 - Malayalam), Puthiya Mugham (2009 - Malayalam), and Chaarulatha (2012 - Kannada).

On the occasion of Priyamani's birthday, let’s take a look at her top 5 films:

Top 5 Films of Priyamani

1. Paruthiveeran (2007)

Paruthiveeran (2007)

Directed by Ameer, Priyamani’s performance in this film was widely acclaimed. She won the prestigious National Film Award for Best Actress for her role.

2. Charulatha (2012)

Chaarulatha (2012)

Priyamani played a double role in this horror film directed by Pon Kumaran. Audiences loved her dual performance. According to reports, the movie was a remake of the Thai film Alone.

3. Raavanan (2010)

Raavanan (2010)

In this Tamil thriller directed by Mani Ratnam, Vikram, Prithviraj, and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan played the lead roles. Priyamani and Karthi played important supporting roles in the film.

4. Jawan (2023)

Jawan (2023)

In Shah Rukh Khan’s blockbuster Jawan, Priyamani played a significant role. Directed by Atlee, the film was a huge box office success and received much critical acclaim.

5. Neru (2023)

Neru (2023)

Priyamani was also seen in the 2023 Malayalam hit film Neru, directed by Drishyam fame Jeethu Joseph. The film grossed over ₹85 crore worldwide.

Why She Is Also Famous

She gained popularity among Hindi audiences with the item song “One Two Three Four” alongside Shah Rukh Khan in Chennai Express (2009), which became a massive hit. Years later, she appeared again with SRK in Jawan.

Priyamani as Manoj Bajpayee’s wife in The Family Man

She also starred in the web series The Family Man 1 and 2, where she portrayed the role of Manoj Bajpayee’s wife. Additionally, she featured in the web series His Storyy.

Awards and Recognitions

2006 – Tamil Nadu State Film Award – Best Actress (Paruthiveeran)
2007 – Cinefan – Best Actress (Paruthiveeran)
2007 – National Film Award – Best Actress (Paruthiveeran)
2008 – Filmfare South – Best Actress (Paruthiveeran)
2009 – Filmfare South – Best Actress (Thirakkatha)
2012 – Sandalwood Star Awards – Best Supporting Actress (Vishnuvardhana)
2013 – Filmfare South – Best Actress (Charulatha)
2013 – Suvarna Film Awards – Best Actress (Charulatha)
2020 – Filmfare OTT Award – Best Actress - Drama (The Family Man)
2024 – Dadasaheb Phalke Film Foundation Award – Best Supporting Actress (Article 370)

Recent and Upcoming Projects

In recent years, Priyamani has been seen in projects like Bhamakalapam 2, Article 370 (2024), The Family Man (Seasons 1 & 2), Maidaan, and Officer on Duty. Her upcoming projects include the Kannada film Jana Nayagan and an untitled Tamil project.

Priyamani has achieved the rare feat of combining South Indian mass appeal with the classic preferences of the Hindi audience. Her natural acting, versatility, and emotional depth make her one of the top actresses today. Fans have high hopes for her upcoming projects, too.

Priyamani filmography