Nithya Menen Age, Height, Family, Career, Net Worth, Lifestyle & Facts

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Profession(s): Actress, Playback Singer, Dubbing Artist

Famous Role: ‘Tara’ in the Tamil film, “O Kadhal Kanmani” (2015)

Date of Birth: 8 April 1988 (Friday)

Age (as of 2025): 37 Years

Birthplace: Banashankari, Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Zodiac sign: Aries

Nationality: Indian

Hometown: Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Age: 37 Years

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EDUCATION

College/University: • Manipal Institute of Communication, Manipal • Mount Caramel College, Bangalore

Educational Qualification: Course in Journalism

PHYSICAL STATISTICS

Height (approx.): in centimeters – 160 cm in meters – 1.60 m in feet & inches – 5’ 3”

Eye Colour: Brown

Hair Colour: Black

FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS

Marital Status: Unmarried

Affairs/Boyfriends: In July 2022, it was reported that Nithya Menen was in a relationship with a popular Malayalam actor. [1] India Today

Husband/Spouse: N/A

Parents: Names Not Known

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

Debut: Film (English): The Monkey Who Knew Too Much (1998) Film (Malayalam): Akasha Gopuram (2008) Film (Telugu): Ala Modalaindi (2011) Film (Tamil): Nootrenbadhu (2011) Film (Kannada): Seven O’ Clock (2005) Film (Hindi): Mission Mangal (2019) TV (Hindi): Choti Maa…Ek Anokha Bandhan (2001) Song (Kannada): Payasa (2010) Song (Telugu): Edo Anukunte (2011) Song (Malayalam): Ammammo Ammo (2011) Song (Tamil): Hi My Name is Malini (2013) Web Series: Breathe: Into the Shadows (2020)

Awards, Honours, Achievements: • Nandi Award for ‘Best Actress’ for the film, “Ala Modalaindi” (2011) • Hyderabad Times Film Award for ‘Promising Newcomer Female’ for the film, “Ala Modalaindi” (2011) • Ugadi Puraskar Award for ‘Best Actress’ for the film, “Ala Modalaindi” (2011) • CineMAA Award for ‘Best Actress (Jury)’ for the film, “Ishq” (2012) • 2nd South Indian International Movie Award for ‘Rising Star of South Indian Cinema (Female)’ (2012) • Filmfare Awards South for ‘Best Actress-Telugu’ for the film, “Gunde Jaari Gallanthayyinde” (2013) • Vanitha Film Award for ‘Best Pair (along with Dulquer Salmaan)’ for the film, “Ustad Hotel” (2013) • Filmfare Awards South for ‘Best Actress – Telugu (Critics)’ for the film, “Malli Malli Idi Rani Roju” (2015) • Nandi Special Jury Award for the film, “Malli Malli Idi Rani Roju” (2015) • 5th South Indian International Movie Award for ‘Best Actress – Tamil (Critics)’ for the film, “OK Kanmani” (2015) • 65th Filmfare Awards South for ‘Best Supporting Actress – Tamil’ for the film, “Mersal” (2018) • 70th National Film Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role for the Tamil film Thiruchitrambalam (2024)

OTHER INFORMATION

Hobbies: Singing, Travelling

Actor: Mohanlal

Actress: Shobana

Colour(s): Black, Blue

Film Director: Mani Ratnam

Cuisine: South Indian

Film(s): Titanic (1997), The Matrix (1999), Spider-Man (2002)

Music Director: A. R. Rahman

Travel Destination(s): Kerala, London, Goa

Singer: Shreya Ghoshal

Sport: Cricket

Writer: John Grisham

INTERESTING BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Nithya Menen is a multifaceted Indian actress, playback singer, and dubbing artist, whose artistic journey began in the vibrant city of Bangalore, where she was born into a Malayali family. From a young age, Nithya exhibited a talent for the performing arts, excelling in both dancing and singing throughout her school and college years. Her passion for co-curricular activities not only shaped her early years but also laid the foundation for her future in the entertainment industry. At the tender age of 10, she made her debut as a child artist in the English film “The Monkey Who Knew Too Much” (1998), marking the first step in a remarkable career paved with creativity and versatility.

Initially, Nithya aspired to become a journalist, a dream she pursued by obtaining a degree in journalism. However, her trajectory began to shift when she enrolled in Pune’s prestigious Film and Television Institute of India to study cinematography. It was during her entrance exam for this course that she crossed paths with acclaimed director B. V. Nandini Reddy, who saw her potential and encouraged her to consider a career in acting. This pivotal moment led her to make her acting debut in 2001 with the television serial “Choti Maa…Ek Anokha Bandhan,” a stepping stone that would open the door to a thriving film career.

Nithya made her film debut in 2005 with the Kannada film “Seven O’ Clock.” This venture was quickly followed by her Malayalam film debut in “Akasha Gopuram,” her Kannada film breakthrough in “Josh,” and her Telugu debut in “Ala Modalaindi,” followed by her Tamil debut in “Nootrenbadhu.” Her diverse body of work includes notable films such as “Ishq,” “Ustad Hotel,” “Mersal,” “Awe,” “100 Days of Love,” “Iru Mugan,” “24,” and “Praana,” showcasing her exceptional ability to captivate audiences across various regional cinema. Her versatility reached a wider audience when she made her Bollywood debut in 2019 with “Mission Mangal,” further establishing her presence in the film industry.

In addition to her acting prowess, Nithya has made significant contributions as a playback singer, lending her voice to popular tracks like “Payasa” (Kannada, 2010), “E do Anukunte” (Telugu, 2011), “Ammammo Ammo” (Malayalam, 2011), “Oh Priya Priya” (Telugu, 2012), and “Payasam” (Malayalam, 2012). Her fluency in six languages—including Hindi, English, Malayalam, Telugu, Kannada, and Tamil—enhances her ability to connect with diverse audiences, allowing her to leave an indelible mark in multiple film industries. Nithya’s exceptional talent has not gone unnoticed; she has graced the covers of magazines such as “JFW (Just For Women) Magazine” and “Provoke Magazine,” solidifying her status as a prominent figure in the realm of Indian cinema. As she continues to evolve as an artist, Nithya Menen remains a beacon of creativity and inspiration within the entertainment industry.

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Note: All biographical information compiled from publicly available sources.