Priyamani
Priyamani is a well-known Indian model and actress who started her career in South Indian movies and mostly appeared in South Indian movies. She rose to prominence after appearing in films such as Evare Evare Atagaadu (2003), which was her debut movie, and then in Otta Nanayam (200), Yamadonga (2007), and Thirakkatha (2008).
The majority of his films were commercially successful at the box office, propelling him to fame and offers for more projects.
Life Story
Priyamani’s full name is Priya Vasudev Mani Iyer, and she was born on 4th June 1984 in Bangalore. She belongs to a Tamil Iyer family. She was interested in modelling since her childhood, and she appeared for brands like Kanchipuram, Erode, and Laxmi Silk.
Her father, Vasudev Mani, is in the Plantation business, and her mother, Latha Mani, is an ex-national-level badminton player and was a manager at Union Bank of India. Her elder brother Visakh is into their family business and helps their father.
Priyamani is a cousin of Bollywood star Vidya Balan. She is an animal lover and has been a part of PETA in past. She especially spoke against the abuse of dogs.
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Priyamani Career
She has made a name for herself in the industry, and she is now one of the highest-paid actresses in the south.
She started her film career with the Telugu movie Evare Atagaadu in 2003, and the next year she appeared in Kangalal Kaidhu Sei, which marked her debut in Tamil movies.
In the same year, she also made her debut in the Malayalam movie Sathyam, an action thriller that proved a success.
Priyamani made her Hindi film debut in Mani Ratnam’s Raavan. It was a bilingual movie that was made in Hindi and Tamil. She played the character of Abhishek Bachchan’s sister Jamuni in the movie. The same year she also appeared in the movie Rakta Charitha-2 along with Vivek Oberoi and South actor Surya, which Ram Gopal Verma directed.
She again appeared in an Item number for the movie Chennai Express in 2013 and the Item number was a huge success.
In 2019 she appeared in Family Man, a web series aired on Amazon Prime Video.
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Awards
In 2007 she was awarded National Film Award for the Tamil movie Paruthiveeran. After winning the National award for the best actress, she said in an interview about getting stereotyped as she is offered similar kind of characters.
In 2008 she got the Filmfare award for Best Actress for the movie Paruthiveeran. In 2009 she again got Filmfare Award for Best Actress for the movie Thirakkatha. She got her third Filmfare award in 2013 as Best Actress for Chaarulatha.
Priyamani Stats
| Full Name | Priya Vasudev Mani Iyer |
| Name after marriage | Priya Mani Raj |
| Name of husband | Mustafa Raj (Owns an event managing company) |
| Wedding date | 23 August 2017 |
| Marriage story | Both met at an event and fell in love, got engaged in 2016 |
| Priyamani husband Mustafa age | 46 |
| Current residence | Mumbai |
| Profession | Model, Actress, Reality Show Judge |
| Height | 168 CM, 5 feet 6 inch |
| DOB | 04.06.1984 |
| Age | 41 Years |
| Priyamani born place | Bangalore, Karnataka |
| Father Name | Vasudev Mani Iyer (Engineer) |
| Mother Name | Latha Iyer |
| Sun Sign | Gemini |
| Education | Sri Aurobindo Memorial School, Bengaluru Bishop Cotton Women’s Christian Law College, Bengaluru |
| Religion | Hinduism Before marriage/ current not confirmed |
| Diet | Non-vegetarian |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Favourite Sport | Cricket |
| Priyamani Altbalaji series name | Hiss Story |
| Favourite Food | Biryani |
| Latest Movies | Virata Parvam, Naarappa, Maidaan (Hindi with Ajay Devgn), Cyanide |
| Latest Web Series | Family Man-2 |
| Net Worth | $3 to $4 Million |
| Favourite Actor | Kamal Hassan |
| Favourite Actress | Sridevi |
| Other activities | She has judged various dance reality shows |
Priyamani Instagram
She is quite active on the social media app and posts regularly about her life, fashion, and upcoming projects. Take a look here.
| Year | Movie Title | Role | Language | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Evare Atagaadu | Priya | Telugu | Telugu film debut |
| 2004 | Kangalal Kaidhu Sei | Vidya | Tamil | Tamil film debut |
| 2006 | Pellaina Kothalo | Lakshmi | Telugu | Commercial hit |
| 2006 | Paruthi Veeran | Muththazhagu | Tamil | Critically acclaimed; won National Film Award for Best Actress |
| 2007 | Yamadonga | Maheswari | Telugu | A blockbuster fantasy-action film |
| 2007 | Malaikottai | Shwetha | Tamil | Commercial entertainer |
| 2008 | Thirakkatha | Malavika | Malayalam | Won Filmfare Award for Best Actress – Malayalam |
| 2008 | Hare Ram | Anjali | Telugu | Action film |
| 2009 | Raam | Kaveri | Kannada | Successful Kannada film |
| 2010 | Pranchiyettan & the Saint | Padmashree | Malayalam | Critically acclaimed |
| 2010 | Rakta Charitra | Bhavani | Telugu | Directed by Ram Gopal Varma |
| 2011 | Vishnuvardhana | Bharathi | Kannada | Successful Kannada comedy-drama |
| 2013 | Chaarulatha | Charu/Thulasi (Dual role) | Tamil/Kannada | Played conjoined twins; won critical acclaim |
| 2013 | Anna Bond | Divya | Kannada | Popular Kannada action film |
| 2013 | Theeya Velai Seiyyanum Kumaru | Gayathri | Tamil | Romantic comedy |
| 2013 | R… Rajkumar | Chanda | Hindi | Supporting role in this Bollywood action film |
| 2016 | Idolle Ramayana | Priya | Kannada | Kannada remake of the Malayalam film Shutter |
| 2017 | Kathe Chitrakathe Nirdeshana Puttanna | Priya | Kannada | Comedy-horror |
| 2020 | Virata Parvam | Unknown | Telugu | Set in the Naxalite movement |
| 2021 | Narappa | Sundaramma | Telugu | Remake of Tamil film Asuran, played a significant role |
| 2021 | Maidaan | Zarina | Hindi | Sports drama starring Ajay Devgn |
Upcoming projects
| Movie Title | Language | Genre | Release Year | Key Cast | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Officer On Duty | Malayalam | Crime, Drama, Thriller | 2025 | Kunchacko Boban, Priyamani | Released/Recent |
| Officer On Duty | Tamil | Crime, Drama, Thriller | 2025 | Priyamani | Released/Recent |
| Officer On Duty | Telugu | Crime, Drama, Thriller | 2025 | Priyamani | Released/Recent |
| Jana Nayagan | Tamil | Not Specified | 2025 | Priyamani | Upcoming |
| Khaimara | Kannada | Not Specified | 2025 | Priyamani | Upcoming |
| Thalapathy 69 | Tamil | Action, Drama | 2025 | Vijay, Priyamani, Bobby Deol | Upcoming |
Last Year of Priyamani
OTT Prominence and Earnings Recognition (November 2025)
In November 2025, Priyamani was featured among India’s highest-paid actresses in the OTT space. She reportedly earned approximately ₹7 crore for reprising her role as Suchitra Tiwari (“Suchi”) in The Family Man Season 3 on Amazon Prime Video. This recognition positioned her alongside leading OTT performers, including Samantha Ruth Prabhu.
In media interviews, she addressed conversations surrounding compensation and pay disparity, stating that she is aware of her market value and charges accordingly. She emphasized that remuneration reflects individual positioning within the industry and noted that she focuses on professional worth rather than direct comparisons with male co-stars.
The Family Man Season 3 Promotions (Late 2025)
Priyamani actively participated in promotional campaigns and interviews surrounding the third season of The Family Man, which was released in late 2025 and continued gaining traction into early 2026. Discussions frequently centered on her character’s evolving relationship with Arvind (portrayed by Manoj Bajpayee) and the widely discussed “Lonavala arc” from previous seasons, which the show’s creators acknowledged as a significant narrative talking point.
She expressed appreciation for the creative team and highlighted the opportunity to explore deeper emotional dimensions within her character. Commentary in media outlets occasionally referenced her portrayal as a complex or morally layered spouse, reflecting the show’s dramatic tone.
New Web Series: The Good Wife (Tamil Adaptation, 2025)
In 2025, Priyamani headlined the Tamil adaptation of The Good Wife, a legal courtroom drama that premiered on JioHotstar around July 2025. She portrayed the central character in this regional adaptation of the internationally acclaimed format.
In December 2025, she confirmed a second season, returning alongside actors such as Sampath Raj and Aari Arujunan. The announcement underscored the series’ positive reception within the Tamil OTT market.
Film Releases and Upcoming Projects
Priyamani appeared in Officer on Duty, a Malayalam crime thriller released in theaters in February 2025, in which she played the role of Geetha Hari opposite Kunchacko Boban.
Among her upcoming projects is Jana Nayagan, a Tamil film directed by H. Vinoth and starring Vijay. The film, initially scheduled for a Pongal 2026 release, reportedly faced certification delays from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), with later reports suggesting a revised release timeline. Priyamani is confirmed to have a role in the project, though specific character details have not been publicly disclosed.
Additional announced or in-production projects include Vyuha (Kannada), slated for release in September 2026; a potential Telugu film opposite Chiranjeevi, reportedly directed by Bobby Kolli (pending official confirmation); and other projects under discussion, including a possible biographical film on G. D. Naidu and a project tentatively titled Saraswathi, reportedly associated with Prakash Raj.
Public Appearances and Personal Highlights
Throughout 2025, Priyamani attended prominent industry events, including the 70th Filmfare Awards (in association with Gujarat Tourism), the International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards, and the OTT Play Awards. She remained active on social media (@pillumani), sharing professional appearances, traditional saree looks, travel highlights, family reflections, and motivational messages focused on personal growth across mental, physical, and spiritual dimensions.
No major personal life developments were publicly reported during the year. She has been married to Mustafa Raj since 2017 and has previously addressed family planning in interviews, though no new announcements were confirmed in 2025.
Industry Perspectives and Media Engagement
Priyamani also engaged in broader industry discussions, expressing reservations about the label “pan-India actor,” advocating instead for a unified national identity within Indian cinema. She shared anecdotes about supporting colleagues at events and offered candid reflections on working cultures across Bollywood and South Indian film industries.
Overall Assessment
Overall, 2025 reinforced Priyamani’s standing as a significant presence in the OTT sector, marked by strong compensation, high-visibility roles, and sustained critical engagement. She balanced selective theatrical projects with digital ventures while continuing to speak openly about professional value, empowerment, and cross-industry collaboration.
As of February 2026, her official Instagram account remains the primary source for real-time personal and professional updates.