Rising Stars of Tollywood: Promising Actresses Making Their Debut in 2023

Like every year, 2023 also saw several stars being introduced to Tollywood. With their debut films, they have established a unique identity for themselves. Beyond the success and failure of their movies, these actresses have impressed the Telugu audience with their acting, performance, and glamour. They have proved that they possess the talent necessary to become star heroines in the future. So, who are these actresses? What are their debut Telugu films? Let’s find out.

Ashika Ranganath

Hailing from Karnataka, Ashika Ranganath (Ashika Ranganath) made her Telugu debut with the February release ‘Amigos’ (Amigos). She is currently acting in ‘Na Sami Ranga’ alongside Nagarjuna and has bagged a role in another movie starring Kalyan Ram, set to release as a Sankranti gift next January.

Priya Bhavani Shankar

Priya Bhavani Shankar (Priya Bhavani Shankar), from the Tamil industry, stepped into Tollywood with ‘Kalyanam Kamaneeyam’. She starred opposite young actor Santhosh Sobhan and is also acting in Manchu Manoj’s upcoming movie ‘Aham Brahmasmi’, as well as playing a crucial role in Kamal Haasan’s ‘Bharateeyudu-2’.

Tina Shilparaj

Tina Shilparaj (Tina Shilparaj) entered the Telugu industry with ‘Writer Padmabhushanam’. Although it was her first film, she showcased an experienced level of acting, impressing with her beauty and performance.

Reba Monica John

Reba Monica John (Reba Monica John) made her Telugu debut with the film ‘Samajavaragamana’. Already a hit in Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam cinema, she has participated in various TV shows.

Geethika Tiwary

In ‘Ahimsa’, starring Rana’s brother Abhiram Daggubati and directed by Teja, Geethika Tiwary (Geethika Tiwary) debuted as the heroine. Her first film as an actress, she has impressed with her exceptional performance, winning the hearts of the Telugu audience.

Iswarya Menon

Iswarya Menon (Iswarya Menon) was introduced as the heroine in the ‘Spy’ movie starring Nikhil. Originating from the Tamil industry, she initially acted in serials there, eventually gaining recognition and securing roles in movies. She is currently acting in a Malayalam romantic movie alongside Fahadh Faasil.

Yukti Thareja

Yukti Thareja (Yukti Thareja), from the Kannada industry, made her Telugu debut this year with the film ‘Rangabali’. She impressed in her natural role alongside Naga Shaurya. Currently, she is acting in a Kannada film with Nikhil Gowda, featuring Duniya Vijay in a key role.

Sakshi Vaidya

Young beauty Sakshi Vaidya (Sakshi Vaidya) greeted the Telugu audience with two films this year. She made her Telugu debut with Akhil’s ‘Agent’ and later appeared in ‘Gandivadhari Arjuna’. Despite the box office failure of both movies, Sakshi Vaidya received good marks as an actress.

Pragati Srivastava

Pragati Srivastava (Pragati Srivastava) made her debut as a heroine in the film ‘Pedda Kapu’, directed by renowned filmmaker Srikanth Addala. She dazzled in the role of a rural young woman, captivating the youth with her first film. She is currently acting in ‘Gum Gum Ganesha’ alongside Anand Devarakonda.

Nupur Sanon

Bollywood beauty Nupur Sanon (Nupur Sanon) greeted the Telugu audience with Tiger Nageswara Rao’s movie. She acted alongside Mass Maharaja Ravi Teja and made a striking impression.

Vaishnavi Chaitanya

Vaishnavi Chaitanya (Vaishnavi Chaitanya) made her silver screen debut as a heroine with the film ‘Baby’. She has received accolades from critics for her acting and performance. Vaishnavi has also starred as the heroine in various YouTube series and played friend roles in several movies.