Regional Female Actor
Aishwarya Lekshmi is an Indian actress known for her work in Malayalam and Tamil films. She was born on September 6, 1990, in Trivandrum, Kerala, India. Aishwarya made her acting debut in the 2017 Malayalam film "Njandukalude Nattil Oridavela," where she played a prominent role alongside actor Nivin Pauly. Her performance in the romantic thriller "Mayaanadhi" (2017), directed by Aashiq Abu, garnered widespread appreciation and contributed to her rising fame in the film industry.
Before entering acting, Aishwarya Lekshmi was actively involved in modeling since 2014. She appeared on magazine covers like Flower World, Salt Studio, Vanitha, and FWD Life. Additionally, she modeled for various brands, including Chemmanur Jewellers, Karikkineth Silks, La Brenda, Ezva Boutique, Akshaya Jewels, and Sri Lakshmi Jewellery.
Despite never planning to pursue acting initially, Aishwarya decided to give it a try after finishing her studies. She responded to a casting call by Althaf Salim for "Njandukalude Nattil Oridavela," which led to her breakthrough in the film industry. After her successful debut, she continued her acting career and appeared in notable films like "Varathan" (2018) with Fahadh Faasil, "Vijay Superum Pournamiyum" (2019), "Argentina Fans Kaattoorkadavu" (2019), and "Brother's Day" (2019) in Malayalam. She also made her Tamil film debut with "Action" (2019), starring opposite Vishal.
In 2021, Aishwarya gained significant recognition for her role as 'Poonguzhali' in Mani Ratnam's historical action drama film "Ponniyin Selvan: I." Her performance received praise from critics and audiences alike. She continued to shine in the industry, appearing in the Tamil film "Jagame Thandhiram" (2021) alongside Dhanush.
In 2022, Aishwarya Lekshmi further solidified her presence in the film industry through her role in the film "Christopher" with Mammootty. Additionally, she ventured into production, making her debut as a producer with the Tamil film "Gargi."
Aishwarya Lekshmi's talent, versatility, and dedication to her craft have earned her a devoted fan following and critical acclaim, making her one of the prominent actresses in the South Indian film industry.