Aishwarya Rajesh Biography: Age, Height, Weight, Career, Movies, Boyfriend, Early Life, Education, Photos

Aishwarya Rajesh (born January 10, 1990) is an acclaimed Indian actress known for her work predominantly in Tamil cinema, along with notable appearances in Malayalam and Telugu films. She has received numerous accolades, including four South Indian International Movie Awards, two Filmfare Awards South, and a Tamil Nadu State Film Award.

Aishwarya began her career as a television presenter on the comedy show Asatha Povathu Yaaru?. Her success in the reality dance competition Maanada Mayilada paved the way for her acting debut in the film Avargalum Ivargalum (2011). She gained wider recognition with her performance in Attakathi (2012). In 2014, her outstanding role in Kaaka Muttai earned her the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Actress.

Her career-defining performances came with Vada Chennai (2018) and the solo lead film Kanaa (2018), for which she won the Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actress – Tamil. She made her Malayalam debut in Jomonte Suvisheshangal (2017), entered Hindi cinema with Daddy (2017), and marked her Telugu debut with Kousalya Krishnamurthy (2019), a remake of Kanaa.

Aishwarya has been lauded for her versatile portrayals, including a struggling married woman in World Famous Lover (2020), a determined widow fighting to retrieve her husband’s body in Ka Pae Ranasingam (2020), an NRI in Republic (2021), and a bold police officer in Thittam Irandu (2021).

Early Life and Education

Aishwarya Rajesh was born on January 10, 1990, into a Telugu family in Chennai (formerly Madras). Her father, Rajesh, was a Telugu film actor who passed away during her early years. Her mother, Nagamani, was a dancer, and her family has a strong connection to the film industry. Her grandfather, Amarnath, was a Telugu actor, and her aunt, Sri Lakshmi, is a celebrated Telugu comedian with over 500 film appearances. Aishwarya is the youngest of four siblings, though she faced personal tragedies with the loss of two elder brothers during her teenage years.

Raised in Chennai, Aishwarya has often described her upbringing as “lower middle class.” She attended Shrine Vailankanni in Chennai, Sree Vidyanikethan International School in Tirupati, and Holy Angels Anglo Indian Higher Secondary School in Chennai. Her first acting experience came in 1995 when she appeared as a child artist in the Telugu film Rambantu.

Aishwarya pursued higher education at Ethiraj College for Women, Chennai, where she earned a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) degree. During her college years, she began learning dance to choreograph a stage performance for a cultural festival. This newfound passion led her to participate in the reality dance show Maanada Mayilada on Kalaignar TV. Winning the show’s third season proved to be a turning point in her life, opening doors to opportunities in the film industry.

Career

Debut and Early Work (2010–2015)

Aishwarya Rajesh began her career as an anchor on the TV show Asathapovathu Yaaru. She made her acting debut with the film Avargalum Ivargalum (2011), although her earlier projects, Indrasena (2010) and Neethana Avan (2010), were released first. Her breakthrough came with Pa. Ranjith’s critically acclaimed Attakathi (2012), where she played Amudha, a simple village girl.

In 2014, she starred alongside Vijay Sethupathi in Rummy and Pannaiyarum Padminiyum, both of which received praise for her performances. Critics described her as “extremely promising” and “expressive,” with her work in Rummy standing out. Later that year, she appeared in a song sequence in R. Parthiepan’s Kathai Thiraikathai Vasanam Iyakkam and played the lead role in Thirudan Police. She also began working on Seenu Ramasamy’s Idam Porul Yaeval in 2014, though the film remains unreleased as of 2020.

Her first major milestone came in 2015 with Kaaka Muttai, where she portrayed a slum dweller and mother of two children. Despite initial hesitation to take on a mother’s role, her performance was unanimously lauded, with Film Companion listing it among the “100 Greatest Performances of the Decade.” Critics praised her ability to convey a world-weariness that defied her age.

Success and Expansion (2016–Present)

In 2016, Aishwarya had the most releases for a Tamil actress, with eight films, including the commercially successful Aarathu Sinam, Hello Naan Pei Pesuren, Manithan, and Dharma Durai. Her roles in Dharma Durai and Kuttrame Thandanai earned her critical acclaim, solidifying her reputation as an actress suited for performance-driven roles.

In 2017, she debuted in Malayalam cinema with Jomonte Suvisheshangal and Sakhhavu. That same year, she made her Hindi debut with Daddy, selected by Arjun Rampal for the role of Zubeida, earning recognition for her performance.

Her 2018 solo lead role in Kanaa as a cricketer, under Sivakarthikeyan’s production, marked another high point. She later reprised the role in the Telugu remake Kousalya Krishnamurthy, which served as her lead debut in Telugu cinema. She continued her success with impactful performances in Namma Veettu Pillai, Vaanam Kottatum, and the Telugu film World Famous Lover (2020).

Her role in Ka Pae Ranasingam (2020) as a woman striving to bring her husband’s body home from Dubai was widely appreciated, with critics highlighting her emotional depth and conviction. Aishwarya followed this with lead roles in films such as Thittam Irandu (2021), Boomika (2021), and Driver Jamuna (2022). Her action-thriller Run Baby Run (2023) received a positive response, and her performance in the Tamil remake of The Great Indian Kitchen (2023) was highly praised.

Media Image

Aishwarya Rajesh has been celebrated for her strong portrayals of women in films such as Kaaka Muttai, Kanaa, World Famous Lover, Ka Pae Ranasingam, and The Great Indian Kitchen. Critics frequently highlight her prudent film choices and exceptional acting skills.

She has consistently ranked in Chennai Times’ “Most Desirable Women” lists, securing the top position in 2018 and notable ranks in 2017, 2019, and 2020. She was also named one of Rediff.com’s “Top Tamil Actresses” in 2015. Her performance in Kaaka Muttai earned her a place in Film Companion’s “100 Greatest Performances of the Decade.”

In recognition of her contributions to Tamil cinema, she received the prestigious Kalaimamani award in 2020. Aishwarya has also shared her experiences, including her childhood and challenges with sexual harassment, in a TEDx talk at IIM Trichy in 2020.

Physical Stats & More

• Height:
  • In centimeters: 168 cm
  • In meters: 1.68 m
  • In feet & inches: 5’6″
• Weight:
  • In kilograms: 55 kg
  • In pounds: 121 lbs
• Figure Measurements: 33-25-34
• Eye Color: Black
• Hair Color: Black