Melanie Kannokada
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- February 28, 1984 in Park Ridge, Illinois, USA
- Active Years
- 2009–2024 (16 Years)
- Total Credits
- 9 credits in database
Biography
Melanie Kannokada, also known as Melanie Chandra, is an American actress, model, producer, and writer. Born on February 28, 1984, in Park Ridge, Illinois, she is known for her television work, including her role as Dr. Malaya Pineda on the CBS medical drama Code Black. Her acting credits also include the Comedy Central television movie Hot Mess Holiday, in which she played Mel, as well as the film projects Pulse: The Desi Beat, Bicycle Bride, and Love, Lies and Seeta. In addition to her career in the entertainment industry, she is a co-founder of Hospital for Hope.
Career overview
Melanie Kannokada, also known as Melanie Chandra, is an American actress, model, producer, and writer. She was born in Park Ridge, Illinois, on February 28, 1984. Kannokada has built a career in both film and television, gaining recognition for her work across various media platforms.
In television, Kannokada is best known for her role as Dr. Malaya Pineda on the CBS medical drama Code Black. She also appeared as Mel in the Comedy Central television movie Hot Mess Holiday. Additionally, her acting credits include appearances in films such as Pulse: The Desi Beat in 2007, Bicycle Bride in 2010, and Love, Lies and Seeta in 2012.
Alongside her acting and modeling career, she has been involved as a co-founder of Hospital for Hope. Throughout her professional background, she has accumulated nine known acting credits according to available biographical records.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
9 titles- Elsbeth (2024) as Morgan Lee
- Hot Mess Holiday (2021) as Melanie
- Rain Beau's End (2020) as Kendra
- D for Dopidi (2013)
- Love, Lies and Seeta (2012) as Seeta McKinsey
- The Nine Lives of Chloe King (2011) as Nikki
- Bicycle Bride (2011) as Beena
- Parenthood (2010) as Kirsten Matai
- NCIS: Los Angeles (2009) as Ayesha
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What movies or TV shows is Melanie Kannokada best known for?
Melanie Kannokada is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Elsbeth (2024), Rain Beau's End (2020), Bicycle Bride (2011), Parenthood (2010).
When and where was Melanie Kannokada born?
Melanie Kannokada was born on February 28, 1984 in Park Ridge, Illinois, USA.
How many credits does Melanie Kannokada have?
Melanie Kannokada has accumulated over 9 film and television credits across a career spanning from 2009 to 2024.
What is Melanie Kannokada's background in cinema and television?
Melanie Kannokada, also known as Melanie Chandra, is an American actress, model, producer, and writer. Born on February 28, 1984, in Park Ridge, Illinois, she is known for her television work, including her role as Dr. Malaya Pineda on the CBS medical drama Code Black. Her acting credits also include the Comedy Central...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Parenthood (2010) as Kirsten Matai — aged about 26
- NCIS: Los Angeles (2009) as Ayesha — aged about 25
- Elsbeth (2024) as Morgan Lee — aged about 40
- Rain Beau's End (2020) as Kendra — aged about 36
- Bicycle Bride (2011) as Beena — aged about 27
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