Kalyani Priyadarshan
ActingAbout Kalyani Priyadarshan
Kalyani Priyadarshan (born April 5, 1993) is an Indian actress who appears in the Malayalam, Tamil, and Telugu film industries. Daughter of acclaimed filmmaker Priyadarshan and actress Lissy, Kalyani began her career behind the scenes, working as an assistant production designer on films like Krrish 3 (2013) and Iru Mugan (2016) after studying architecture design in New York and interning at the Williamstown Theatre Festival. She made her acting debut in the Telugu film Hello (2017), opposite Akhil Akkineni, which earned her the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut – South. Following this, she appeared in successful films like Chitralahari (2019) and Ranarangam (2019). Kalyani made her Tamil debut with Hero (2019), and transitioned into the Malayalam film industry with Varane Avashyamund (2020), directed by Anoop Sathyan, where she starred alongside Dulquer Salmaan, Shobana, and Suresh Gopi. The film’s success cemented her place in the industry, and she went on to play notable roles in Hridayam (2022), Bro Daddy (2022), Thallumaala (2022) and Lokah Chapter 1 (2025)
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Kalyani Priyadarshan reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 24 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Action
The majority of Kalyani Priyadarshan's filmography leans towards the Action genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 29% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Kalyani Priyadarshan remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Kalyani Priyadarshan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Kalyani Priyadarshan's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Kalyani Priyadarshan.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra | Chandra / Kalliyankattu Neeli | Hit | Similar → |
| 2025 | Odum Kuthira Chadum Kuthira | Nidhi Sudheesh | Average | Similar → |
| 2024 | Varshangalkku Shesham | Annie | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | Antony | Ann Maria | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Sesham Mike-il Fathima | Fathima Noorjahan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Thallumaala | Fathima 'Beepathu' Beevi | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Bro Daddy | Anna | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Hridayam | Nithya Balagopal | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Marakkar: Lion of the Arabian Sea | Aisha | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | Maanaadu | Seethalakshmi | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Putham Pudhu Kaalai | younger Lakshmi Krishnan (segment "Ilamai Idho Idho") | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Varane Avashyamund | Nikhitha / Nikki | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Hero | Meera | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Ranarangam | Geeta | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Chitralahari | Chitra | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Hello! | Priya | Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | Genie | - | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Marshal | - | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | KH 237 | - | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Lokah Chapter 2: Michael | Chandra / Kalliyankattu Neeli | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Tiki Taka | - | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Sivakarthikeyan - Venkat Prabhu Film | - | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Potential Studios Production - 7 | - | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Pralay | - | Flop | Similar → |
Kalyani Priyadarshan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Kalyani Priyadarshan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kalyani Priyadarshan is "Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra" with a rating of 7.4/10.
How many movies has Kalyani Priyadarshan acted in?
Kalyani Priyadarshan has been featured in at least 24 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Kalyani Priyadarshan?
Other notable films include "Hello!", "Maanaadu", and "Hridayam".