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Chandini Chowdary
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Chandini Chowdary is an Indian actress who works in Telugu cinema. Her notable works include Colour Photo (2020), Sammathame (2022) and Gaami (2024).
Key Information
Early life
[edit]Chandini Chowdary was born in a Telugu family in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.[1] She graduated in mechanical engineering from Global Academy of Technology, Bengaluru.[2]
Career
[edit]Before making her film debut, Chowdary acted in many short films while studying in Bengaluru.[citation needed] One of her short films with actor Raj Tarun, The Blind Date brought her recognition.[2]
Mullapudi Vara and K.Raghavendra Rao, who saw Chandni's performance in the short film Madhuram in 2013, gave her an opportunity in the film Kundanapu Bomma. The movie's production started in January 2015[citation needed] but her first introduction as a lead to the Telugu film screen in 2015 was with the movie Ketugadu. She played small roles in Life is Beautiful before starring in Kundanapu Bomma (2016), Shamanthakamani (2017) and Howrah Bridge (2018).[3][4]
Her performance in the web series Masti's was critically acclaimed. She garnered acclaim for her role in Manu (2018).[5] In 2020, she starred in Colour Photo opposite Suhas[6] in which she received praise for her acting skills.[7][2] Her final release in 2022 was Sammathame.[3]
In 2023, she made her Tamil film debut with Saba Nayagan.[8] She worked on Gaami (2024).[9]
Filmography
[edit]| † | Denotes film or TV productions that have not yet been released |
Film
[edit]- Note: all films are in Telugu, unless otherwise noted.
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Life is Beautiful | Ashok's wedding reception guest | Uncredited role | [10] |
| 2013 | Prema Ishq Kaadhal | One of Arjun's girlfriends | Uncredited role | [10] |
| 2015 | Ketugadu | Akira | Debut as lead actress | [3] |
| 2016 | Brahmotsavam | Ananda Valli | Cameo appearance | [11] |
| Kundanapu Bomma | Suchi | [3] | ||
| 2017 | Shamanthakamani | Madhu | [3] | |
| Lie | Sathyam's proposed bride | Cameo appearance | [12] | |
| 2018 | Howrah Bridge | Swathi | [3] | |
| Manu | Neela | [13] | ||
| 2020 | Colour Photo | Deepthi | [14] | |
| Bombhaat | Chaitra | [3] | ||
| 2021 | Super Over | Madhu | [15] | |
| 2022 | Sammathame | Saanvi | [16] | |
| 2023 | Saba Nayagan | Riya | Tamil film debut | [8] |
| 2024 | Gaami | Jahnavi | [17][18] | |
| Music Shop Murthy | Anjana | [19] | ||
| Yevam | SI Soumya | [20] | ||
| 2025 | Daaku Maharaaj | Shivani | [21] | |
| Santhana Prapthirasthu | Kalyani | [22] |
Television
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Network | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Gods of Dharmapuri | Swapna | ZEE5 | [23] | |
| 2020 | Masti's | Lekha | Aha | [citation needed] | |
| Shit Happens | Party girl | Guest appearance | [24] | ||
| 2021 | Unheard | Padma | Disney+ Hotstar | [25] | |
| 2022 | Gaalivaana | Sravani | ZEE5 | [26] | |
| 2022–2023 | Jhansi | Barbie | Disney+ Hotstar | [27] |
Awards and nominations
[edit]| Award | Year | Category | Work | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Filmfare Awards South | 2022 | Best Actress – Telugu | Colour Photo | Nominated | [28] |
| South Indian International Movie Awards | 2021 | Best Actress – Telugu | Nominated | [29] |
References
[edit]- ^ a b "'Telugu girls like me find it hard to bag opportunities in Tollywood' - Times of India". The Times of India. 10 November 2019. Archived from the original on 17 April 2021. Retrieved 31 August 2020.
- ^ a b c Dundoo, Sangeetha Devi (12 October 2020). "Chandini revisits the 1990s for 'Colour Photo'". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Archived from the original on 17 October 2020. Retrieved 5 November 2020.
- ^ a b c d e f g "'Telugu girls like me find it hard to bag opportunities in Tollywood' - Times of India". The Times of India. 10 November 2019. Archived from the original on 17 April 2021. Retrieved 30 August 2020.
- ^ "Beating baddies was fun, says Chandini Chowdary". Deccan Chronicle. 28 January 2018. Archived from the original on 16 September 2020. Retrieved 15 September 2020.
- ^ Tanmayi, Bhawana. "There was no need for glycerin: Chandini Chowdary". Telangana Today.
- ^ "I want to essay roles that challenge the patriarchal mindset: Colour Photo actress Chandini Chowdary - Times of India". The Times of India. 3 September 2020. Archived from the original on 14 December 2020. Retrieved 29 September 2020.
- ^ Team, TV9 Telugu Web (30 October 2020). ""మన తెలుగమ్మాయి బ్రదర్, అక్కున చేర్చుకోండి" - Colour Photo Heroine Chandini Chowdary". TV9 Telugu (in Telugu). Retrieved 5 November 2020.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)[permanent dead link] - ^ a b "Saba Nayagan Movie Review: Plays too safe with a relatable premise; resolutely unmemorable". www.cinemaexpress.com. Archived from the original on 18 February 2024. Retrieved 5 February 2024.
- ^ Sistu, Suhas (12 February 2024). "Nag Ashwin praises Vishwak Sen's 'GAAMI', expresses eager anticipation". www.thehansindia.com. Retrieved 13 February 2024.
- ^ a b "Chandini Chowdhury pins hopes on Manu". Cinema Express. Archived from the original on 27 September 2020.
- ^ INDIA, THE HANS (1 February 2016). "Chandini to romance Rahul Ravindran". www.thehansindia.com. Archived from the original on 17 April 2021. Retrieved 29 September 2020.
- ^ "Chandini Chowdary warns of scammers impersonating her". Telugu Cinema. 10 December 2022.
- ^ Adivi, Sashidhar (28 July 2017). "Chandini Chowdary sports an English look". Deccan Chronicle. Archived from the original on 17 April 2021. Retrieved 30 August 2020.
- ^ Dundoo, Sangeetha Devi (11 August 2020). "'Colour Photo', the story of a 'below average' guy". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Archived from the original on 13 August 2020. Retrieved 30 August 2020.
- ^ "Promo: Chandini Chowdary as Madhu in Super Over, film to premiere on aha from Jan 22". ap7am.com. Archived from the original on 29 January 2021. Retrieved 21 January 2021.
- ^ "Poster of Kiran Abbavaram's next film, 'Sammathame', out". Telangana Today. 16 July 2021. Archived from the original on 14 December 2021. Retrieved 14 December 2021.
- ^ "Character poster of Chandini Chowdary from Gaami unveiled". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 23 February 2024.
- ^ Pecheti, Prakash (20 January 2021). "2021 a year of hope for Chandini Chowdary". Telangana Today. Archived from the original on 28 January 2021. Retrieved 27 January 2021.
- ^ "Music Shop Murthy gets a new release date". Cinema Express. 25 May 2024. Archived from the original on 26 May 2024. Retrieved 26 May 2024.
- ^ Prakash Dantuluri Productions (6 June 2024). Yevam Official Trailer | Chandini Chowdary | Vasishta | Bharat | Ashu | Navdeep | Prakash Dantuluri. Retrieved 7 June 2024 – via YouTube.
- ^ Sistu, Suhas (12 December 2024). "'Daaku Maharaaj' to kickstart musical promotions". www.thehansindia.com. Retrieved 15 December 2024.
- ^ "Chandini Chowdary's 'Santhama Prapthirasthu' launched". TeluguCinema. Retrieved 18 May 2024.
- ^ Dundoo, Sangeetha Devi (14 October 2019). "'Gods of Dharmapuri is a cool gangster drama'". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Archived from the original on 17 April 2021. Retrieved 30 August 2020.
- ^ "Shit Happens review - Where the title says it all". Shit Happens review - Where the title says it all. Archived from the original on 9 January 2021. Retrieved 5 November 2020.
- ^ "Disney Plus Hotstar's Telugu series Unheard gets release date". The Indian Express. 6 September 2021. Archived from the original on 13 September 2021. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
- ^ "Sai Kumar makes OTT debut with 'Gaalivaana'". Telangana Today. 11 December 2021. Archived from the original on 19 April 2022. Retrieved 14 December 2021.
- ^ Jha, Lata (23 October 2022). "Disney+ Hotstar announces new original 'Jhansi'". mint. Archived from the original on 23 October 2022. Retrieved 23 October 2022.
- ^ "Nominations for the 67th Parle Filmfare Awards South 2022 with Kamar Film Factory". filmfare.com. Retrieved 10 October 2022.
- ^ "Dhanush, Manju Warrier, Chetan Kumar, others: SIIMA Awards announces nominees". The News Minute. 28 August 2021. Archived from the original on 30 August 2021. Retrieved 18 September 2021.
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Early life
Family and upbringing
Chandini Chowdary was born on 23 October 1993 in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India.[8] She was raised in a middle-class Telugu-speaking family, with her cultural heritage rooted in the Telugu traditions of the region, though specific details about her parents or siblings remain private.[2] Chowdary spent her early years in the coastal city of Visakhapatnam, a vibrant and scenic port hub known for its beaches and natural beauty, which shaped her childhood environment.[9] Growing up in this dynamic setting amid the Telugu cultural milieu provided a foundation influenced by local traditions and community life.[1]Education
Chandini Chowdary completed her schooling in her hometown of Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.[10] She later relocated to Bengaluru to pursue higher education, graduating with a degree in mechanical engineering from Global Academy of Technology.[11][3] During her time at the college, Chowdary was the only female student in the mechanical engineering program, where she engaged in practical coursework including welding.[2] Alongside her academics, she began exploring short films as a hobby, assisting friends who were directing them during holiday breaks from her studies.[3]Professional career
Entry into entertainment
While pursuing her mechanical engineering degree at Global Academy of Technology in Bengaluru, Chandini Chowdary began her foray into the entertainment industry by acting in several short films, primarily uploaded to YouTube during her college years. These projects, often made with friends and aspiring filmmakers, allowed her to explore acting without formal commitments, starting as early as her intermediate studies and continuing during holidays. Her performances in these short films quickly gained traction online, providing her with initial visibility in the Telugu entertainment circuit.[8][3] She made her feature film debut with an uncredited cameo in the 2012 Telugu film Life Is Beautiful, before her lead debut in the low-budget action comedy Ketugadu (2015), directed by Kittu Nalluri and produced by Venkatesh Balasani, opposite Tejus Kancherla. Released on September 18, 2015, the film centered on a quirky hero involved in heists, with Chowdary portraying a key romantic interest, marking her first on-screen appearance in a full-length production. However, post-debut, she encountered limited opportunities, as several offers she rejected went on to become hits, leading to a temporary lull in approaches from filmmakers.[12][3] A pivotal moment came with the 2011 short film The Blind Date, directed by Subhash Chandra and co-starring Raj Tarun, which went viral and earned her significant recognition for her natural screen presence. The film's success, amassing widespread shares on social media despite her not actively promoting it, led to her being noticed by industry professionals, including director Vara Mullapudi and veteran K. Raghavendra Rao. This exposure marked her transition from amateur short films to professional opportunities.[2][3] Balancing her engineering background with acting proved challenging, as her family emphasized completing her degree before pursuing entertainment full-time, initially viewing it as a hobby rather than a career. Originally aspiring to an MBA after graduation, Chowdary's shy personality made the shift to performing unexpected, yet the viral success of her short films convinced her to prioritize acting despite the early setbacks. She later reflected that rejecting bigger offers early on was a learning curve, testing her resolve amid the industry's unpredictability.[2][3]Television work
Chandini Chowdary made her debut in the digital space with the ZEE5 web series Gods of Dharmapuri in 2019, where she portrayed the character Swapna in a narrative exploring rural power dynamics and family feuds.[13] The series, directed by Anish Kuruvilla, marked her transition from short films to structured episodic content, allowing her to showcase nuanced emotional layers in a supporting role.[14] In 2020, Chowdary appeared in the Aha original Masti's, directed by Krish Jagarlamudi, playing Lekha in an anthology exploring modern relationships and infidelity among friends. Her performance received critical acclaim for its depth and relatability, highlighting her ability to infuse complexity into ensemble-driven stories.[15] That same year, she made a brief guest appearance as a party girl in the Aha comedy series Shit Happens, adding a light-hearted flair to its adult-themed episodes centered on youthful escapades.[16] Chowdary continued her web series journey with Unheard on Disney+ Hotstar in 2021, essaying the role of Padma, a young woman navigating the Indian freedom struggle from a Hyderabadi perspective alongside an ensemble cast including Priyadarshi Pulikonda and Baladitya. The series, praised for its conversational style on historical events, underscored her versatility in period dramas.[17] In 2022, she took on the part of Shravani, a quirky physiotherapist, in the ZEE5 thriller Gaalivaana, which delved into mystery and family secrets following a couple's murder, further demonstrating her range in suspenseful narratives.[18] Her role as Barbie in the Disney+ Hotstar action-thriller Jhansi (2022–2023), starring Anjali, involved portraying a key figure in a story of amnesia and violent pasts, though reviews noted the character's integration as uneven.[19] Through these projects, Chowdary has been recognized for adding emotional depth to supporting roles in anthology and thriller formats, significantly broadening her presence in Telugu digital content beyond her film endeavors.[20]Film career
Chandini Chowdary began her film career with an uncredited cameo in Life Is Beautiful (2012), followed by her lead debut in Ketugadu (2015), before taking on supporting roles in Telugu cinema during the mid-2010s. She appeared in ensemble casts, including Brahmotsavam (2016), Kundanapu Bomma (2016) as Suchi, Shamanthakamani (2017) as Madhu, Lie (2017) in a cameo as Sathyam's proposed bride, Howrah Bridge (2018) as Swathi, Manu (2018) as Neela, Bombhaat (2020), and Super Over (2021). These early appearances, often in smaller capacities, provided initial exposure but did not yield widespread recognition, as she navigated contractual constraints that limited her opportunities, including reported considerations for lead roles in films like Kumar 21F and Pataas.[21] Her breakthrough came with the lead role of Deepthi in Colour Photo (2020), a romantic drama set in the 1990s that addressed themes of colorism and societal prejudice. Chowdary's portrayal of a privileged yet empathetic woman earned critical acclaim for its natural flair and emotional subtlety, contributing to the film's status as one of the year's most appreciated Telugu releases during its digital premiere on Aha.[22][23] This performance marked a pivotal shift, establishing her as a versatile actress capable of anchoring content-driven narratives. Building on this momentum, Chowdary took on the romantic lead of Saanvi in Sammathame (2022), a film exploring marital dynamics and women's choices, where she engaged in creative discussions with the director to shape her character authentically.[24] She expanded into Tamil cinema with her debut in Saba Nayagan (2023), playing Riya, the college sweetheart of the protagonist in this anthology-style romantic comedy. In 2024, she starred as Jahnavi in the fantasy adventure Gaami, portraying a key figure in a reclusive Aghora's quest amid Himalayan challenges, which highlighted her willingness to tackle experimental and physically demanding roles.[25] That year also saw releases like Music Shop Murthy as Anjana, a family-oriented drama, and Yevam as SI Soumya, a psychological thriller delving into good versus evil.[26][27] As of late 2024, Chowdary's trajectory reflects a transition from peripheral ensemble parts to prominent leads, emphasizing critically received performances in diverse genres and fostering her growth within the Telugu industry. Recent projects include a supporting role as Shivani in the action thriller Daaku Maharaaj (2025) and the lead as Kalyani, a newlywed wife, in the comedy-drama Santhana Prapthirasthu (2025), underscoring her continued evolution toward multifaceted storytelling.[28][29]Filmography
Films
| Year | Title | Role | Language | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Life Is Beautiful | Swetha | Telugu | Debut film |
| 2013 | Prema Ishq Kaadhal | Anjali | Tamil | |
| 2015 | Ketugadu | Akira | Telugu | Lead role |
| 2016 | Brahmotsavam | Padma | Telugu | Supporting role |
| 2016 | Kundanapu Bomma | Suchi | Telugu | Supporting role |
| 2017 | Shamanthakamani | Shyamala | Telugu | Lead role |
| 2017 | Lie | Satyabhama | Telugu | Supporting role |
| 2018 | Howrah Bridge | Maya | Telugu | Lead role |
| 2018 | Manu | Leela Abraham | Telugu | Lead role |
| 2020 | Colour Photo | Deepthi | Telugu | Lead role |
| 2020 | Bombhaat | Chaitra | Telugu | Lead role |
| 2021 | Super Over | Madhu | Telugu | Lead role |
| 2022 | Sammathame | Saanvi | Telugu | Lead role |
| 2023 | Saba Nayagan | Riya | Tamil | Lead role |
| 2024 | Gaami | Dr. Jahnavi | Telugu | Lead role |
| 2024 | Music Shop Murthy | Ananya | Telugu | Lead role |
| 2024 | Yevam | Soumya | Telugu | Lead role |
| 2025 | Daaku Maharaaj | Shivani | Telugu | |
| 2025 | Santhana Prapthirasthu | Lakshmi | Telugu |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Gods of Dharmapuri | Swapna | Web series |
| 2020 | Masti's | Lekha | Web series |
| 2020 | Shit Happens | Party girl | Guest appearance (web series) |
| 2021 | Unheard | Padma | Web series |
| 2022 | Gaalivaana | Shravani | Web series |
| 2022–2023 | Jhansi | Barbie | Web series |