Maitreyi Ramakrishnan

Canadian actress known for 'Never Have I Ever'

Maitreyi Ramakrishnan - Canadian actress known for 'Never Have I Ever'
Born

December 28th, 2001
23 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Canada

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An actress gained recognition from the Netflix series 'Never Have I Ever', created by Mindy Kaling. The role showcased the experiences of a first-generation Indian-American teenager navigating high school. Ramakrishnan earned critical acclaim for her portrayal, reflecting the complexities of adolescence and cultural identity. After being selected from thousands of applicants during an open casting call, she quickly rose to prominence in the entertainment industry. Continuing to expand her career, she has appeared in other projects that highlight her versatility as an actress.

'Never Have I Ever'

'Turning Red'

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