Priyamani (actress) Biography: Movies, TV Shows, Age, Net Worth, Parents, Husband, Height, Wikipedia

Priya Vasudev Mani Iyer known as Priyamani is an Indian actress and former model known for her extensive work across various regional film industries, including Malayalam, Telugu, Kannada, Tamil, and Hindi.

She gained significant recognition for her portrayal of Muththazhagu in the 2007 Tamil film Paruthiveeran, a role that earned her the National Film Award for Best Actress.

Profile

• Full name: Priya Vasudev Mani Iyer
• Date of birth: June 4, 1984
• Age: 41 years old
• Gender: Female
• Place of birth: Bangalore, Karnataka, India
• State of origin: Karnataka
• Nationality: Indian
• Profession: Actress, Model
• Height: 5 feet 6 inches (168 cm)
• Parents: Father: Vasudeva Mani Iyer, Mother: Latha Mani Iyer
• Siblings: Brother: Vishakh Mani Iyer
• Spouse: Mustafa Raj
• Children: None
• Relationship status: Married
• Religion: Hinduism
• Ethnicity: Tamil
• Net worth: $6 million

Early Life and Education

Priya Vasudev Mani Iyer, now 41 years old, was born on June 4, 1984, in Bangalore, Karnataka, India. She hails from a Tamil-speaking family; her father, Vasudeva Mani Iyer, is an entrepreneur in the plantation business, and her mother, Latha Mani Iyer, is a former national-level badminton player and previously worked as a bank manager at Union Bank of India.

Priyamani has an elder brother named Vishakh Mani Iyer, who is also involved in the plantation business alongside their father. Raised in Bangalore, she completed her schooling at Sri Aurobindo Memorial School and later attended Bishop Cotton Women’s College.

She pursued a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology through correspondence. Priyamani belongs to the Tamil ethnic community and practices Hinduism.

Personal Life

In 2017, Priyamani married Mustafa Raj, a businessman based in Mumbai. The couple first met during the Celebrity Cricket League (CCL), where Priyamani was the brand ambassador, and Mustafa was managing logistics.

Their relationship blossomed over time, leading to their engagement in May 2016 and subsequent marriage in August 2017. As of now, the couple does not have any children.

Career

Priyamani began her career as a model, featuring in advertisements for brands like Kancheepuram silks, Erode silks, and Lakshmi silks during her school years. Her acting debut came in 2003 with the Telugu film Evare Atagaadu.

She then ventured into Tamil cinema with Kangalal Kaidhu Sei (2004) and Malayalam cinema with Sathyam (2004). Despite initial setbacks with these films not performing well at the box office, Priyamani persevered.

Her breakthrough role was in the Tamil film Paruthiveeran (2007), where she portrayed Muththazhagu, a village girl. This performance earned her the National Film Award for Best Actress and established her as a prominent figure in Indian cinema.

Following this success, she appeared in several notable films across different languages, including Yamadonga (2007) in Telugu, Thirakkatha (2008) in Malayalam, and Raam (2009) in Kannada.

In 2010, Priyamani made her Bollywood debut with Raavan, directed by Mani Ratnam. She continued to work in diverse film industries, showcasing her versatility as an actress.

In addition to films, Priyamani has appeared in television shows and served as a judge on various reality TV programs, further expanding her presence in the entertainment industry.

Awards

• National Film Award for Best Actress for Paruthiveeran (2007)
• Filmfare Award for Best Actress – Tamil for Paruthiveeran (2007)
• Filmfare Award for Best Actress – Malayalam for Thirakkatha (2008)
• Filmfare Award for Best Actress – Kannada for Chaarulatha (2012)
• Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Actress for Paruthiveeran (2007)
• Vijay Award for Best Actress for Paruthiveeran (2007)

Net Worth

Priyamani‘s net worth is approximately $6 million. Her earnings primarily come from her work in films, modeling assignments, and television appearances.

Social Media

• Instagram: @pillumani
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Filmography

• Evare Atagaadu (2003)
• Kangalal Kaidhu Sei (2004)
• Sathyam (2004)
• Adhu Oru Kana Kaalam (2005)
• Pellaina Kothalo (2006)
• Paruthiveeran (2007)
• Yamadonga (2007)
• Thirakkatha (2008)
• Raam (2009)
• Raavan (2010)
• Pranchiyettan & the Saint (2010)
• Chaarulatha (2012)
• Idolle Ramayana (2016)
• The Family Man (2019–2021)