Regina Cassandra is a prominent Indian actress and model recognized for her work in Tamil and Telugu cinema. Her career began with a notable debut, propelling her to fame within the industry.
Wiki/Biography
Born on December 13, 1990, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, Regina Cassandra is 33 years old (as of 2023). She comes from a diverse family background; her father is from North India, her mother from Karnataka, her grandmother is a Goan Anglo-Indian, and her grandfather was an Iyyengar who converted to Christianity. Her childhood was marked by a love for acting, starting with roles as a child artist on DD Channel. She balanced her acting aspirations with her education, attending acting classes during vacations and studying Bharatnatyam. Even as a child, she showed signs of her energetic personality.
Physical Appearance
Regina Cassandra possesses a striking presence.
- Height: 5’6″
- Weight: 55 kg
- Hair Color: Brown
- Eye Color: Black
- Figure Measurements: 32-26-34
Family & Boyfriend
Regina hails from a middle-class Christian family. One of her early crushes was on a karate instructor’s son, prompting her to even take up karate. This relationship was short-lived due to his relocation to New Zealand. There have been reports linking her romantically with Sundeep Kishan and Sai Dharam Tej. Speculation even arose about a possible marriage with Sai Dharam Tej. In 2016, a since-deleted Instagram post hinted at an engagement to a friend, Vikram Aditya Menon, though details remain unclear.
Career
Regina’s passion for entertainment began early. At nine, she hosted a show on Splash TV. At fourteen, she took a two-week break from school for a film role, though the film was unsuccessful. At fifteen, she secured a pivotal role as a pregnant 21-year-old in the Tamil film *Kanda Naal Mudhal* (2005), achieving significant success. Her Telugu debut, *Shiva Manasulo Shruti* (2012), earned her the SIIMA Award for Best Female Debut Actress. While pursuing her acting career, she completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Women’s Christian College, Chennai. She also ventured into Bollywood with *Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga* (2019).
Salary
Regina commands a significant fee for her film roles, reportedly earning close to one and a half crore per film.
Controversies
Regina has faced some controversies throughout her career. A wardrobe malfunction during a performance at the *Aankhen 2* event drew public attention. Later, her name was falsely linked to a U.S. sex trafficking case, which she promptly and successfully refuted.
Favourite Things
Here are some of Regina’s preferences:
| Category | Preference |
|---|---|
| Food | Ferrero Rocher Chocolates, Cheese |
| Beverage | Coffee |
| Actors | Ajith Kumar, Suriya |
| Actresses | Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Radhika Apte |
| Author | Paulo Coelho |
| Football Club | Manchester United F.C. |
Facts
Regina Cassandra has several interesting personal details.
- She transitioned from being a non-vegetarian to a vegetarian after being moved by a PETA article.
- If not an actress, she would have pursued a career as a psychologist.
- She’s a passionate cat lover, owning two cats, one of whom is blind.
- She enjoys reading romantic novels.
- She maintains a close friendship with fellow actress Rakul Preet Singh.
- She’s an adventurous spirit who enjoys skydiving.
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