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Priya Prakash Varrier Biography, Age, Family, and More

Priya Prakash

Priya Prakash Varrier, the Malayalam actress who became an internet sensation, continues to captivate audiences. This post delves into her life, career, and the details that make her a prominent figure.

Biography/Wiki

Priya Prakash Varrier, born October 28, 1999, in Punkunnam, Thrissur, Kerala, India, is a Malayali actress known for her viral wink in the song “Manikya Malaraya Poovi” from the film Oru Adaar Love (2018). This led to instant fame and millions of followers across social media platforms. She began learning classical dance and music at a young age, nurturing a childhood dream of becoming a star. Her captivating expressions in the song propelled her to international recognition within hours of its release.

Physical Appearance

Priya is a charming young woman. She stands approximately 5’4″ tall and weighs around 50 kg. She possesses striking black eyes and hair.

Family, Caste & Boyfriend

Priya hails from an Ambalavasi (temple-personnel) non-Brahmin Hindu family. Her father, Prakash Varrier, works in the Central Excise department, while her mother, Preetha Varrier, is a homemaker. She also has a younger brother, Prasiddh Varrier. There were rumors about her dating Hrishikesh Saji.

Career

While pursuing her B.Com. from Vimala College, Thrissur, Priya started her career as a model in 2017, participating in various modeling assignments and beauty pageants. Her acting debut came in 2018 with Oru Adaar Love. She also appeared in the Tamil music video “Nee Vaanam Naan Mazhai” the same year.

Priya’s career has expanded beyond her initial viral success. She continues to seek diverse acting roles and remains a sought-after personality in the industry.

Facts

  • Trained in classical dance forms.
  • Enjoys Arijit Singh’s “Channa Mereya” from Ae Dil Hai Mushkil.
  • Favourites actors include Ranveer Singh, Shah Rukh Khan (Bollywood) and Vijay Sethupathi, Nayanthara (Tamil).
  • Aspires to work with Dhanush, Suriya, Vijay, Vijay Sethupathi, and Sanjay Leela Bhansali.
  • Lists Mahendra Singh Dhoni as her favorite cricketer.
  • Proficient in Mohiniyattam (Classical Dance).

In February 2018, an FIR was filed against the director of Oru Adaar Love, Omar Lulu, alleging that the song featuring Priya hurt religious sentiments. However, the director defended the song’s long-standing presence in Malabar region celebrations.

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