Biography
Priyamani Raj, born on June 4, 1984, in Palakkad, Kerala, is an Indian actress known for her work in Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi films. She began her acting career in 2003 with the Tamil film Kangalal Kaidhu Sei. Priyamani gained widespread recognition for her role in the Tamil film Paruthiveeran (2007), which earned her the National Film Award for Best Actress. She has also won multiple Filmfare Awards South for her performances in various regional films. Apart from acting, Priyamani is fluent in several languages, including Malayalam, Tamil, Hindi, English, Telugu, and Kannada.

Career Life
Priyamani's filmography spans across multiple languages, showcasing her versatility as an actress. She has starred in notable films such as Raavanan (2010), Pranchiyettan & the Saint (2010), and Raam (2009). In 2023, she gained national attention for her role in the Hindi film Jawan, directed by Atlee, where she starred alongside Shah Rukh Khan. Priyamani's performance in Jawan was widely appreciated, and she expressed her admiration for Khan's achievement in the film industry.

Personal Life
Priyamani married Mustafa Raj, an event manager-turned-film director, in 2017 after meeting at an IPL event in 2016. Their interfaith marriage has faced online criticism, but Priyamani has openly discussed the challenges and emphasized her refusal to convert. She has also revealed that she and her cousin, Bollywood actress Vidya Balan, have never been on speaking terms, despite being second cousins.