Nazriya Nazim born on December 20 1994 is an Indian actress and producer known for her impactful performances primarily in the Malayalam and Tamil film industries Nazriya began her career as a child artist and swiftly transitioned into one of the most popular actresses in South Indian cinema Nazriyas entry into the entertainment industry started at a young age She made her debut as a child artist in the Malayalam film Palunku 2006 directed by Blessy where she played the role of a daughter Her early exposure to the film industry allowed her to develop her acting skills and gain valuable experience in front of the camera In addition to acting in films Nazriya also became a popular television anchor hosting a music reality show on Asianet called Munch Star Singer Her charming screen presence and natural talent as a host further increased her popularity Nazriyas career breakthrough came with her role in the Malayalam film Maad Dad 2013 but it was her performance in the romantic drama Neram 2013 directed by Alphonse Puthren that garnered significant attention This bilingual film made in both Tamil and Malayalam showcased her versatility and charm earning her widespread acclaim Following Neram Nazriya starred in a string of successful films including Raja Rani 2013 Ohm Shanthi Oshaana 2014 and Bangalore Days 2014 Her role as Pooja Mathew in Ohm Shanthi Oshaana won her the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress solidifying her status as a leading actress Bangalore Days directed by Anjali Menon further established her as a versatile performer and became one of the highestgrossing Malayalam films of all time In 2014 Nazriya made her debut in the Tamil film industry with Vaayai Moodi Pesavum which was wellreceived She continued to balance her career between Malayalam and Tamil cinema taking on diverse roles that highlighted her acting range After a brief hiatus from acting following her marriage to actor Fahadh Faasil in 2014 Nazriya made a successful comeback with the film Koode 2018 directed by Anjali Menon Her performance was widely praised and she continued to act in films like Trance 2020 and Maniyarayile Ashokan 2020 both of which further showcased her evolving talent Nazriyas contributions to cinema have earned her several accolades including multiple Asianet Film Awards Filmfare Awards South and a Kerala State Film Award Her career is marked by a blend of commercial success and critical acclaim making her one of the most respected and beloved actresses in the South Indian film industry