Nayanthara : South star’s inspiring journey of love, career and rising stardom

Nayanthara, born as Diana Mariam Kurian in Bengaluru, is a prominent figure in Indian cinema, known for her versatility and powerful performances She has earned the title "Lady Superstar" due to her ability to make films successful based solely on her name.

Her early life involved frequent relocations due to her father's job in the Indian Air Force, which taught her discipline and adaptability She began her career in modeling during college, which eventually led to her entry into films.

Nayanthara's film career began unexpectedly when Malayalam director Sathyan Anthikkad offered her a role after seeing her modeling photos She debuted in the Malayalam film "Manassinakkare" in 2003, marking the start of her rise to stardom across Malayalam, Tamil, and Telugu cinema.

She has delivered numerous hit films in various languages, including "Chandramukhi," "Aaram," and "Maya" in Tamil cinema, earning her the status of a top heroine Her pairing with superstar Rajinikanth in "Chandralekha" significantly boosted her career.

A documentary titled "Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairy Tale" released on Netflix in 2024, explores her professional and personal life, including her relationship with husband Vignesh Shivan

Her personal life has been widely covered, particularly her previous relationship with Prabhu Deva After their breakup, she focused on her career and later married Vignesh Shivan in 2022, with whom she has twin sons via surrogacy.

In 2023, Nayanthara starred alongside Shah Rukh Khan in the blockbuster film "Jawaan," further establishing her as a pan-India star and showcasing her ability to excel on a national stage