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Karthika Nair is a former Indian actress who worked primarily in South Indian films. She is well-known for her action roles in the comedy “Brother of Bommali (2014),” the social drama “Purampokku Engira Podhuvudamai (2015),” and the Hindi epic TV series “Aarambh (2017).” She is the daughter of Radha Nair, a veteran South Indian actress.
Wiki/Biography
Karthika Nair was born on Saturday, 27 June 1992 (age 31 years; as of 2023) in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India. Her zodiac sign is Cancer. She did her schooling at Podar International School in Mumbai. Later, Karthika Nair went to the London School of Economics and Political Science in London, England, to pursue her graduation.
Physical Appearance
Height (approx.): 5′ 6″
Weight (approx.): 55 kg
Hair Colour: Black
Eye Colour: Black
Figure Measurements (approx.): 34-28-34
Family
Karthika Nair belongs to a Malayali family.
Parents & Siblings
Her father, Rajasekaran Nair, is a hotelier. Her mother, Radha Nair, also known as Udaya Chandrika, is a noted South Indian actress. She has a brother named Vignesh Nair, and a sister named Thulasi Nair who is an actress.
Karthika Nair (in blue dress) posing with her parents and siblings
Husband
Karthika got engaged to Rohit Menon on 26 October 2023.
Karthika Nair posing with Rohit Menon
The couple got married in Trivandrum, Kerala, on 19 November 2023. The wedding was attended by many celebrities including Jackie Shroff, Chiranjeevi, Raadhika Sarathkumar, and Menaka Suresh.
Karthika Nair and Rohit Menon on their wedding day
Career
Film
Telugu
Karthika Nair made her acting debut, at the age of seventeen, with the Telugu film “Josh” in 2009, opposite Naga Chaitanya. In the film, she played the role of Vidya, an elementary school teacher desperate to attend college. Her performance in the film received positive reviews, despite the film’s mixed reception. In 2012, she appeared as Neelaveni in a Telugu film titled “Dammu.” The film received mixed reviews from film critics and was a commercial failure. In 2014, Karthika Nair appeared in the film “Brother of Bommali” where she played the role of Mahalakshmi/Lucky, the streetwise tomboy twin sister of Allari Naresh’s character.
The poster of the film ‘Brother of Bommali’
Tamil
In 2011, Karthika Nair appeared in the Tamil film “Ko” as Renuka Narayanan opposite Jiiva and Piaa Bajpai. The film was a great success and brought her fame. In the film, she played the role of Renuka Narayanan, an investigative journalist who exposes the errors of politicians. The film was a hit in the political thriller genre and was applauded by the audience. In 2015, Karthika Nair appeared in the political crime drama film “Purampokku Engira Podhuvudamai” and played the role of Kuyili, a mastermind behind a prison break plan.
The poster of the film ‘Purampokku Engira Podhuvudamai’
Malayalam
In 2011, Karthika Nair worked in the Malayalam film ‘Makaramanju’ in the dual role of Sugandha Bai and Urvashi, the divine beauty. Her performance in the film was praised by the film critics, and she was highly appreciated by British director Danny Boyle. In 2013, she appeared as Surekha in the Malayalam film “Proprietors: Kammath & Kammath,” opposite Dileep. In the film, she portrayed a mute Christian young widow who works in the Indian Revenue Service. Her performance was well-received by the audience, and the film was a success.
The poster of the film ‘Proprietors Kammath & Kammath’
Kannada
In 2013, Karthika Nair made her Kannada debut with “Brindavana,” a remake of the Telugu film “Brindavanam.” The film repeated the success of the original.
Karthika Nair on the poster of the film ‘Brindavana’
Television
In 2017, Karthika Nair made her television debut (after retiring from movies in 2015) with the epic drama “Aarambh,” which was written by V. Vijayendra Prasad and directed by Goldie Behl. She played the role of Devasena, a warrior queen, which was well-received by both audiences and film critics. The show aired its last episode on 10 September 2017.
Karthika Nair on the poster of the television series ‘Aarambh’
Entrepreneur
Karthika Nair works as the director of the UDS Group of hotels in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
Karthika Nair posing with her father after winning an award for their UDS Group
Awards
- In 2011, Karthika Nair won the Kerala State Film Critics Award, the Vanitha Film Award, and the SIIMA Award for her performance in the Malayalam film Makaramanju.
- In May 2023, she received the Business Women Entrepreneur Award from the Governor of Kerala, Arif Mohammed Khan.
Karthika Nair while receiving the Business Women Entrepreneur of the Year Award
Favourites
- Book: The Secret by Rhonda Byrne
- Film Directors: Mani Ratnam, David Fincher
- Sports: Cricket, Football
Facts/Trivia
- Karthika Nair is fluent in Hindi and Malayalam.
- In her leisure time, she likes listening to music, watching films, dancing, and travelling to distant places.
Karthika Nair while enjoying a trip
- Her film “Vaa Deal,” along with actor Arun Vijay, is considered shelved forever.
- Karthika Nair likes enjoying alcoholic beverages occasionally.
A story Instagrammed by Karthika Nair sharing about her favourite beverage
- Once, in a media interview, Karthika Nair shared some of her childhood memories. She said,
I had a normal childhood, and grew up far from the limelight. I was doted on by my parents and to me, my dad was the coolest person ever. In fact, I had no idea my mom was a popular actress till very late. She was just mom to me.”
- Karthika Nair is an avid dog lover and has two pet dogs. She often uploads pictures of her pet dogs on various social media platforms.
Karthika Nair posing with her pet dogs