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Nayanthara was born as Diana Mariam Kurian in Bangalore (now Bengaluru), Karnataka, India, to a Christian family originally from Kerala.

Due to her father's military postings, Nayanthara attended schools in various cities such as Delhi, Chennai, and Jamnagar. She later completed her bachelor's degree in English literature at Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla.

Nayanthara made her acting debut with the Malayalam film "Manassinakkare", which became a superhit and marked the beginning of her successful career in South Indian cinema.

She made her debut in Tamil cinema with "Ayya" and also starred in "Chandramukhi", which ran for over 100 days in theatres and established her as a sought-after actress in Tamil cinema.

Nayanthara made her Telugu cinema debut with "Lakshmi" and followed it up with another Telugu film, "Boss", in the same year.

She made her debut in Kannada cinema with "Super", which marked her first and only appearance in Kannada films.

Nayanthara officially changed her name from Diana Mariam Kurian to Nayanthara and converted to Hinduism.

She won the Filmfare Award for Best Actress – Telugu for her portrayal of Sita in "Sri Rama Rajyam".

Nayanthara starred in several critically acclaimed and commercially successful films such as "Raja Rani", "Naanum Rowdy Dhaan", "Aramm", "Imaikkaa Nodigal", and "Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy".

Nayanthara made her Bollywood debut with the film "Jawan", starring alongside Shah Rukh Khan, which became one of India's top-grossing films of all time.

Nayanthara continues to be one of the highest-paid and most sought-after actresses in South Indian cinema, known for her versatility and impactful performances.

Nayanthara won the Nandi Award for Best Actress for her role in 'Sri Rama Rajyam'.

Nayanthara received Filmfare Awards for Best Actress in Tamil and Telugu for her performances in 'Naanum Rowdy Dhaan' and 'Sri Rama Rajyam' respectively.

Nayanthara was featured in the prestigious Forbes India’s Celebrity 100 List, highlighting her success and popularity.

Nayanthara starred in several hit films such as 'Chandramukhi', 'Vallavan', 'Billa', and 'Raja Rani', solidifying her position in the industry.

Nayanthara's portrayal of Goddess Sita in 'Sri Rama Rajyam' earned her several awards and critical acclaim.

Nayanthara's performance in 'Naanum Rowdy Dhaan' marked a new phase in her career, showcasing her versatility.

Nayanthara made her debut in the Malayalam film 'Manassinakkare', which became a huge success.

Nayanthara entered the Tamil cinema with the film 'Ayya', establishing her role as a leading actress.

Nayanthara made her Telugu debut with the film 'Lakshmi', further expanding her reach in South Indian cinema.

Nayanthara was born as Diana Mariam Kurien in Bangalore, Karnataka, to a Christian family originally from Kerala.

Due to her father's military postings, Nayanthara attended schools in various cities such as Delhi, Chennai, and Jamnagar.

Nayanthara completed her bachelor's degree in English literature at Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, while also working as a model.

Nayanthara faced intense public criticism for her alleged relationships with Silambarasan and Prabhudheva, leading her to step away from cinema temporarily.

Atlee persuaded Nayanthara to return to cinema with 'Raja Rani', which became a blockbuster and reignited her career.

Nayanthara starred in several women-centric films such as 'Anaamika', 'Maya', 'Kolamaavu Kokila', and 'Netrikann', contributing to a shift in the industry's focus towards female-led narratives.

Nayanthara made her Bollywood debut, marking a new chapter in her career and further expanding her reach in Indian cinema.