Tamannaah

Indian actress in South Indian cinema

Tamannaah - Indian actress in South Indian cinema
Born

December 21st, 1989
35 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

India

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Born in India, this actress established a prominent career in the South Indian film industry, particularly in Telugu and Tamil cinema. Debuting in 2005, gained recognition through films such as 'Baahubali: The Beginning' and 'Baahubali: The Conclusion,' which achieved massive box office success. The versatility in roles has led to a substantial fan following and critical acclaim. Additionally, appeared in Hindi films, contributing to a broader audience.

Starred in 'Baahubali: The Beginning'

Starred in 'Baahubali: The Conclusion'

Featured in '100% Love'

Featured in 'Bahubali 2: The Conclusion'

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