Get to know Lasya Manjunath, a multifaceted personality from the South Indian entertainment scene. This comprehensive biography covers her life, career, and journey to fame.
Wiki/Biography
Lasya Manjunath, originally named Lasya Abhimani, was born on Sunday, August 27, 1989, in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh. She is a Leo. She holds an Electronics and Communication Engineering degree from Chaitanya Bharathi Institute of Technology, Hyderabad.
Physical Appearance
- Height (approx.): 5′ 4″
- Eye Colour: Black
- Hair Colour: Black
Family, Caste & Husband
Lasya hails from a South Indian Hindu family. She has one older brother. She married software engineer Manjunath Chillale on February 15, 2017, after a seven-year courtship. It was love at first sight for Manjunath, a story often recounted in interviews. They welcomed their son, Daksh (affectionately called Jeenu), in 2019.
Career
Lasya’s career spans acting, hosting, and YouTube. Her acting debut was in the Telugu film “Raja Meru Keka” (2017). She also appeared in “MLA” (2019). She’s known for hosting “Something Special” (2012) on Maa Music, along with Ravi. Other TV appearances include “Mondi Mogudu Penki Pellam” (2014), “Maa Voori Vanta” (2016), and “Dhee Ultimate Dance Show” (2017). In 2019, she launched her YouTube channel, “Lasya Talks,” featuring vlogs, cooking tutorials, and more.
Awards
Lasya has received several accolades for her work:
- Padmamohana Arts Theatre Award for Best Female Video Jockey (2014)
- Zee Kutumbum Award for Best Anchor (2014)
- Best Female Anchor Award (2014)
- YouTube Gold Play Button (August 2019)
Favourite Things
Here are some of Lasya’s preferences:
| Category | Preference |
|---|---|
| Food | Palak Paneer, Keema, Uggani Bajji |
| Actress | Kajol |
| Actor | Akkineni Nagarjuna |
| Politician | Narendra Modi |
| Colour | Yellow |
| Travel Destinations | Chicago, Dubai |
Facts/Trivia
- Close friends and family call her “Chinni.”
- Lasya and her husband have each other’s nicknames tattooed on their wrists.
- She’s an avid dog lover.
- She follows a non-vegetarian diet and shares recipes on her YouTube channel.
- She enjoys yoga and fitness.
- She revealed on Bigg Boss that she had a previous, unapproved marriage and a subsequent miscarriage.
