Laura Lakshmi
ActingAbout Laura Lakshmi
Laura McDonald was born Laura Lakshmi McDonald in New Dehli, India, on 6th November 1995. She is of Scottish-Australian, Italian, and Finnish descent. Her family returned to Sydney from India where she started school and began her life as a performer, studying classical ballet. At the age of 6, her family was uprooted again to Beijing, China. She attended a bilingual Chinese Mandarin primary school and switched ballet for competitive swimming. Back in Sydney, Laura studied French and German, and developed a love of theatre which culminated in an ATYP scholarship to the Glasgow Commonwealth Games. She was accepted into WAAPA (Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts) in 2015 and graduated with a BA in Acting in 2017. Other than theatre over 2018/19, she was cast as Inez in Michael Robotham's The Secrets She Keeps (Lingo Pictures) which will be shown on Network Ten in 2020.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Laura Lakshmi reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 3 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Laura Lakshmi's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 33% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Laura Lakshmi remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Way, My Way, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Laura Lakshmi Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Laura Lakshmi's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Laura Lakshmi.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Maintenance Required | Shannon | Average | Similar → |
| 2024 | Rehabilitating | Melissa | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | The Way, My Way | Rosa | Hit | Similar → |
Laura Lakshmi - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Laura Lakshmi?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Laura Lakshmi is "The Way, My Way" with a rating of 6.6/10.
How many movies has Laura Lakshmi acted in?
Laura Lakshmi has been featured in at least 3 major films throughout their career.


