TV actors who made their name in the South Indian Film Industry

Small screen actresses' are not only artistic but are also hugely popular. The world of television is a haven to many talented artists to the country who have not only showcased their skills on Indian television but also in Bollywood. Check out the list of some television actresses who are extremely talented and have worked in South Indian films also.

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Hansika Motwani

Hansika started her career as a child artist with various TV shows like ‘Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi’, ‘Hum 2 Hai Na’, ‘Desh Me Nikla Hoga Chand’, and many more. While doing her second serial, ‘Shaka Laka Boom Boom', Hansika got her first break in Bollywood with the movie ‘Hawa'. Her Telugu movie debut was ‘Desamuduru’ for which she was awarded for Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut – South.

Avika Gor

‘Balika Vadhu’ and ‘Sasural Simar Ka’ fame Avika Gor is now all grown up and has gained a big name in the South Indian film industry. After making her debut with the Telugu movie ‘Uyyala Jampala’, she worked in three more Telugu films. In 2015, she also made her Kannada debut with ‘Care of Footpath 2’.

Aditi Sharma

The actor is formerly famous for being one of the ladies in the movie ‘Ladies vs. Ricky Behl’. She came into the spotlight after winning the ‘India's Best Cinestars Ki Khoj’ show in 2004. She was also praised for her acting skills in ‘Mausam’ and ‘Ekkees Toppon Ki Salaami'. Aditi made her debut in Telugu cinema with 2008 release ‘Gunde Jhallumandi’.

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Shilpa Anand

One of the biggest reasons for the success of 'Dill Mill Gayye’ was undoubtedly the newcomer Shilpa Anand. Born in South Africa, Shilpa made her debut with the Telugu movie ‘Vishnu’ in 2003. It was followed by the Kannada film ‘Sarvabhouma’ the following year. ‘Iqraar By Chance’ saw her debut in Bollywood. And in 2007, she got her most famous role as Dr Riddhima Gupta in ‘Dill Mill Gayye'.

Mahhi Vij

Mahhi played the character of a ghost in 2004 release 'Aparichithan' which is a Malayalam horror film. Mahhi got her fame with her character of Nakusha in ‘Laagi Tujhse Lagan’. She was also a part of Sony TV’s series ‘Akela'.

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