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Aathmika
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Aathmika (born 9 February 1993)[1][2] is an Indian actress and model who works in Tamil cinema. She made her debut through the role of Vennila in the film Meesaya Murukku (2017).
Key Information
Early life
[edit]Aathmika was born in Coimbatore.[3] She moved to Chennai to complete her graduation from M.O.P. Vaishnav College for Women.[4] Her father died on 26 June 2020.[5]
Career
[edit]Aathmika began her acting career by acting in a short film directed by Rajiv Menon. Her interest in acting began in college where she had been part of few short films and did a couple of modelling assignments.[3] She was then given the female lead role in Meesaya Murukku by Adhi of Hiphop Tamizha who found her profile online.[6][7] Aathmika received a good response for her performance in that film.[8][9][10][11] She signed her second film Naragasooran, directed by Karthik Naren, in 2017.[12][3][13] In the same year she was a judge at the OPPO Chennai Times Fresh Face 2017.[14]
In 2018, Aathmika replaced Oviya in Kaatteri among the three female lead roles.[15] In February 2019, she joined actor Udhayanidhi Stalin in Mu. Maran's Kannai Nambathey.[16] In September 2020, Aathmika began filming for Kodiyil Oruvan, directed by Anand Krishnan.[17][18] The film was released in 2021, becoming her second release due to her previous films' release being delayed.[19]
Filmography
[edit]| † | Denotes film or TV productions that have not yet been released |
| Year | Film | Role(s) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Meesaya Murukku | Vennila | |
| 2021 | Kodiyil Oruvan | Vedhavathi | |
| 2022 | Kaatteri | Kamini | |
| 2023 | Kannai Nambathey | Divya | [20] |
| Thiruvin Kural | Bhavani | [21] | |
| TBA | Naragasooran † | Tharini | Delayed |
Music videos
[edit]| Year | Song | Music | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | "Mayakirriye" | AniVee |
References
[edit]- ^ "[VIDEO] Aathmika rings in 28th birthday with Kodiyil Oruvan star Vijay Antony". zoomtventertainment.com. 9 February 2021. Retrieved 2 August 2023.
- ^ கோடியில் ஒருத்தன் டீமுடன் பிறந்தநாள் கொண்டாடிய ஆத்மிகா.. | Actress Aathmika Birthday Celebration, 8 February 2021, retrieved 2 August 2023
- ^ a b c Sundar, Mrinalini (31 August 2017). "Your second film is more important than your first, says Aathmika". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 2 October 2018. Retrieved 23 February 2020.
- ^ IndiaGlitz Tamil Movies (2 July 2020). Actress Aathmika வீட்டில் திடீர் சோகம் | Meesaya Murukku, Hip Hop Aadhi, Emotional | Tamil News. Archived from the original on 29 January 2021. Retrieved 23 January 2021 – via YouTube.
- ^ Balachandran, Logesh (3 July 2020). "Aathmika pens emotional post on her dad's demise: Never had a chance to say goodbye". India Today. Archived from the original on 6 September 2020. Retrieved 24 August 2020.
- ^ Rajendran, Gopinath (20 July 2017). "Aathmika: The accidental heroine". The New Indian Express. Archived from the original on 21 December 2019. Retrieved 23 February 2020.
- ^ Manohar, Niveda (24 July 2017). "Aathmika is on cloud nine". Deccan Chronicle. Archived from the original on 27 April 2019. Retrieved 21 August 2020.
- ^ Ramanujam, Srinivasa (21 July 2017). "'Meesaya Murukku' review: Sound engineering". The Hindu. Archived from the original on 6 September 2020. Retrieved 21 August 2020.
- ^ "Meesaya Murukku review: Clicks mainly because of real life connect". Sify. 24 July 2017. Archived from the original on 16 January 2020. Retrieved 21 August 2020.
- ^ "Meesaya Murukku review roundup: Hiphop Tamizha infuses life in this coming of age film". Firstpost. 22 July 2017. Archived from the original on 22 September 2018. Retrieved 21 August 2020.
- ^ Menon, Thinkal (28 July 2017). "Meesaya Murukku Review {3/5}: The film has ample moments for youngsters to cheer". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 22 July 2017. Retrieved 21 August 2020.
- ^ Rajendran, Gopinath (31 August 2017). "Aathmika joins Karthick Naren's Naragasooran". The New Indian Express. Archived from the original on 23 February 2020. Retrieved 23 February 2020.
- ^ Lakshmi, V. (16 March 2020). "Patience is the key to sustaining in the industry". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 17 March 2020. Retrieved 24 March 2020.
- ^ "Say hello to Chennai's freshest faces". The Times of India. 7 November 2017. Archived from the original on 16 November 2017. Retrieved 14 June 2021.
- ^ Subramanian, Anupama (25 April 2018). "Aathmika replaces Oviya in Kaatteri". Deccan Chronicle. Archived from the original on 23 February 2020. Retrieved 23 February 2020.
- ^ "Udhayanidhi Stalin, Aathmika team up for a crime thriller". The News Minute. 6 February 2019. Archived from the original on 23 February 2020. Retrieved 23 February 2020.
- ^ "Vijay Antony, Aathmika begin shooting for Ananda Krishnan's political thriller". The Times of India. 2 September 2020. Archived from the original on 22 August 2021. Retrieved 6 September 2020.
- ^ "Vijay Antony's next titled Kodiyil Oruvan". News Today. 24 September 2020. Archived from the original on 23 January 2021. Retrieved 23 January 2021.
- ^ "'Kodiyil Oruvan': Five reasons to watch Vijay Antony's action drama". The Times of India. 16 September 2021. Archived from the original on 18 September 2021. Retrieved 18 September 2021.
- ^ "Kannai Nambathey Movie Review: Kannai Nambathey falters despite a thrilling setup". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 17 March 2023. Retrieved 19 March 2023.
- ^ Balachandran, Logesh. "Arulnithi stars in emotional drama with Bharathirajaa". The Times of India. ISSN 0971-8257. Archived from the original on 3 April 2023. Retrieved 5 April 2023.
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Early life
Family background
Aathmika was born on 9 February 1993 in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India, into a Tamil family.[1][7] Her father, Banuchandran (died 26 June 2020), and mother, Nalini, raised her alongside her brother, Moneish Ramesh.[8][9][7][10] She spent her early years in Coimbatore, where she developed an aspiration to pursue acting from childhood.[8]Education and early career aspirations
Aathmika completed her early education, including schooling, in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, where she was born and raised.[11] She later moved to Chennai to pursue higher education at M.O.P. Vaishnav College for Women, from which she graduated.[11] During her time at the college, Aathmika developed a keen interest in the performing arts, particularly acting, which shaped her initial career aspirations.[12] This passion provided early exposure to the entertainment industry and hinted at her future path in acting.[12]Career
Modeling and television work
Aathmika commenced her professional journey in the entertainment industry as a model while pursuing her studies in college, where she took on several modeling assignments that honed her on-camera presence. This early exposure ignited her passion for performing arts, prompting her involvement in a few short films during the same period.[12] Building on her modeling experience, she ventured into television by appearing in various TV commercials (TVCs), which provided her with broader visibility among Tamil audiences. Concurrently, she hosted multiple television shows, balancing these commitments with her advertising gigs to establish a foothold in the media landscape.[13][8] Aathmika further showcased her versatility through short films, notably starring in Magic and Magic 2. In Magic, a feel-good Tamil short film released in 2017, she portrayed a central character alongside Bala Hasan R; the project was written, directed, and produced by Vijayasundhar, with music composed by Sharran Surya, allowing her to explore nuanced emotional roles in an independent format. These short films served as crucial stepping stones, highlighting her contributions to narrative-driven storytelling before transitioning to feature films.[8]Film debut and breakthrough
Aathmika made her acting debut in the 2017 Tamil film Meesaya Murukku, a coming-of-age musical comedy directed by Hiphop Tamizha Adhi in his directorial debut.[14] Prior to this, her background as a model caught the attention of Adhi, who spotted her profile online and invited her for an audition, leading to her casting as the female lead opposite Adhi himself.[15] This opportunity marked a significant transition for Aathmika from modeling to cinema, though she faced initial nerves on her first day of shooting, which she later described as an exhilarating high.[15] In the film, Aathmika portrayed Vennila, also known as Nila, the childhood friend and college love interest of the protagonist Adhi, a aspiring musician.[16] Vennila's arc begins as a supportive figure in Adhi's life during their school and college years, where she becomes his romantic partner amid the vibrant campus setting filled with music and youthful antics. As Adhi pursues his passion for hip-hop music, facing rejections and struggles to form his band, their relationship strains under the pressure of his ambitions, culminating in a heartbreak that underscores the sacrifices required for his dreams.[17] Her character represents the emotional anchor that Adhi risks losing, adding depth to the semi-biographical narrative inspired by Adhi's real-life journey.[16] Aathmika's performance as the relatable college girl was praised by critics for its natural charm and adequacy as a newcomer, with reviewers noting she carried the role well and emerged as a promising find in Tamil cinema.[18][19] The film's release on 21 July 2017 generated significant media buzz around her debut, highlighting her as a fresh face who turned heads in a project that resonated with youth audiences.[13] Meesaya Murukku achieved commercial success, becoming a box-office hit and sustaining strong occupancy across theaters, which boosted Aathmika's visibility and led to multiple subsequent offers in the industry.[12]Later roles and industry recognition
Following her debut in Meesaya Murukku (2017), Aathmika transitioned to more performance-oriented roles in thrillers and dramas, showcasing versatility beyond commercial entertainers. In 2018, she starred in the suspense thriller Naragasooran, directed by Karthik Naren, where she portrayed Harini, a key character in a narrative centered on interconnected crimes and investigations. The film featured co-stars including Aravind Swamy as Aathreya Venu, Indrajith Sukumaran as Lakshman IPS, Sundeep Kishan as Vinay, and Shriya Saran as Geetha, emphasizing ensemble dynamics in a songless, plot-driven story. Critics noted the film's gripping tension but mixed reception overall, with Aathmika's role praised for providing emotional depth amid the procedural elements.[15] By 2021, Aathmika took on a substantial part in the political action drama Kodiyil Oruvan, directed by Ananda Krishnan, playing Vedhavathi, a character with significant narrative weight comparable to the male lead. She shared the screen with Vijay Antony as Vijaya Raghavan, Divya Prabha as Arulmozhi, and Ramachandra Raju as Petha Perumal, in a story exploring adverse circumstances and revenge. The film received positive attention for its thematic boldness, with Aathmika's performance highlighted for adding emotional layers to the high-stakes plot. This project also marked her entry into Telugu cinema through its dubbed version, Vijaya Raghavan, released the same year, broadening her regional appeal without additional shoots.[20][21] In 2022, Aathmika appeared in the comedy-horror thriller Kaatteri, directed by Deekay, essaying Kamini in a multifaceted ensemble. The film starred Vaibhav as Kiran, Sonam Bajwa as Shwetha, and Varalaxmi Sarathkumar as Mathamma, blending humor with supernatural elements in a village-set adventure. Though the movie garnered mixed reviews for its uneven tone, Aathmika's supporting role was appreciated for contributing to the chaotic energy. Her career continued to evolve in 2023 with the crime thriller Kannai Nambathey, directed by Mu. Maran, where she played Divya, the female lead navigating a web of deceit and justification for crimes. Co-starring Udhayanidhi Stalin as Arun, Prasanna as Somu, Srikanth as Ilamaran, and Bhumika Chawla in dual roles, the long-delayed film was lauded for its socio-political undertones and taut screenplay upon release. Aathmika expressed high expectations for it as a career milestone, and it earned acclaim for revitalizing her presence in intense genres. That year, she also starred in Thiruvin Kural, directed by Harish Prabhu, portraying Bhavani, the love interest in a thriller involving a man with hearing and speech disabilities drawn into danger; the film featured Arulnithi and Bharathiraja, receiving mixed reviews for its promising premise but uneven execution. Later in 2023, she featured in the horror-comedy Chandramukhi 2, directed by P. Vasu, as Malar Matthew, a supporting character in a sequel exploring exorcism and family curses. The ensemble included Raghava Lawrence in dual roles, Kangana Ranaut as Chandramukhi, Mahima Nambiar, and Vadivelu, but the film faced criticism for lacking the original's impact, though Aathmika's portrayal added nuance to the lighter moments.[22][23] Aathmika has not received major awards or nominations as of 2025, but her work in thrillers has garnered critical recognition for demonstrating growth from romantic leads to complex, value-driven characters. Industry observers note her selective approach, prioritizing roles with depth over volume, which has solidified her as a reliable supporting actress in Tamil cinema. By 2025, following a brief hiatus after 2023 releases, she starred in the upcoming Miss Maggie, a project signaling continued activity amid industry shifts toward diverse narratives. This trajectory reflects a deliberate pivot toward genre-bending films, enhancing her standing without prolific output.[24]Filmography
Feature films
Aathmika made her acting debut in feature films with the Tamil comedy Meesaya Murukku in 2017, where she played the lead role of Vennila, directed by Chimbu Deven.[25][26] Her subsequent films include a mix of lead and supporting roles primarily in Tamil cinema, with one Telugu-dubbed project.| Year | Title | Language | Role | Director | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Meesaya Murukku | Tamil | Vennila | Chimbu Deven | Lead role |
| 2018 | Naragasooran | Tamil | Harini | Karthick Naren | Lead role |
| 2021 | Kodiyil Oruvan | Tamil | Vedhavathi | Ananda Krishnan | Lead role; Telugu dubbed as Vijaya Raghavan |
| 2022 | Kaatteri | Tamil | Kamini | Deekay | Lead role |
| 2023 | Chandramukhi 2 | Tamil | Dr. Madhavi S. Iyer | P. Vasu | Supporting role |
| 2023 | Kannai Nambathey | Tamil | Divya | Mu. Maran | Lead role |
| 2023 | Thiruvin Kural | Tamil | Bhavani | J. S. Nandhakumar | Lead role |