Priya
Biography
Priya is an Indian film actress who primarily works in South Indian movies. She was a prominent lead actress in Malayalam films during the 1980s and 1990s. She has also acted in a few Tamil films. In her current work, Priya appears in antagonist roles in Tamil TV films and soap operas. Her performance in the Malayalam film Ninnishtam Ennishtam is notable. Priya has a known credit count of 47, indicating her extensive experience in the film industry. She is also known by the name Karpagavalli Priyasri.
Career overview
Priya is an Indian film actress who has worked in South Indian movies. During the 1980s and 1990s, she was a prominent lead actress in Malayalam films and also acted in a few Tamil films. Among her notable work is her performance in the Malayalam film Ninnishtam Ennishtam.
In her current career phase, she works with Tamil television films and soap operas, where she plays antagonist roles. Biographical and career records note her known credits total forty-seven. Born on March 21, 1962, her alternative name is Karpagavalli Priyasri.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
47 titles- Chinna Thambi (2017) as Kanchana (Varsha's mother & Nandhini's aunt, Antagonist)
- Motta Shiva Ketta Shiva (2017)
- Police Maman (2013) as Celina
- Manthrikan (2012)
- Mayandi Kudumbathar (2009)
- Anjathe (2008) as Sathyavan's Mother
- Thee Nagar (2007)
- Varum Varathirikilla (1999)
- Vendi Thera (1995)
- Bombay (1995)
- Platform (1993)
- Malootty (1992)
- Gnana Paravai (1991)
- Kadathanadan Ambadi (1990) as Unichara's daughter
- Mukham (1990) as Prema
- Nalla Kaalam Porandaachu (1990) as Rosy
- Rajavazhcha (1990) as Aleykutty
- Kelikottu (1990)
- Pooram (1989) as Sushamma
- Mrigaya (1989) as Yashodha
- Nyaya Tharasu (1989)
- Moonnam Mura (1988) as Ali Imran's Sister
- Aryan (1988) as Subhadra
- Ayitham (1988) as Kasthuri
- Oohakachavadam (1988) as Naseema
- Charavalayam (1988) as Karumbi
- January Oru Orma (1987)
- Padayani (1986) as Rajini
- Mazha Peyyunnu Maddalam Kottunnu (1986) as Aruna
- Snehamulla Simham (1986) as Lathika
- Adiverukal (1986) as Selvi
- Geetham (1986) as Lekha
- Ninnishtam Ennishtam (1986) as Chikku / Shalini
- Sukhamo Devi (1986) as Dr. Ambikadmajan Nair's wife
- Pappan Priyappetta Pappan (1986) as Dancer
- Sobharaj (1986) as Julie
- Dheem Tharikida Thom (1986) as Suresh's Wife
- Athagaru Swagatham (1986)
- Gandhinagar 2nd Street (1986)
- Aval Kaathirunnu Avanum (1986)
- Chinna Veedu (1985)
- Boeing Boeing (1985) as Dancer
- Kathodu Kathoram (1985)
- Unakkaga Oru Roja (1985)
- Sreekrishna Parunthu (1984) as Bhanumathi
- Naalu Perukku Nandri (1983) as (uncredited)
- Kazhukan (1979)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Priya best known for?
Priya is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Chinna Thambi (2017), Mukham (1990), Old Money (2025), Aryan (1988).
When and where was Priya born?
Priya was born on March 21, 1962.
How many credits does Priya have?
Priya has accumulated over 47 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1979 to 2017.
What is Priya's background in cinema and television?
Priya is an Indian film actress who primarily works in South Indian movies. She was a prominent lead actress in Malayalam films during the 1980s and 1990s. She has also acted in a few Tamil films. In her current work, Priya appears in antagonist roles in Tamil TV films and soap operas. Her performance in the Malayalam ...
Priya by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Chinna Thambi (2017) as Kanchana (Varsha's mother & Nandhini's aunt, Antagonist) — aged about 55
- Mukham (1990) as Prema — aged about 28
- Chinna Veedu (1985) — aged about 23
- Mazha Peyyunnu Maddalam Kottunnu (1986) as Aruna — aged about 24
- Aryan (1988) as Subhadra — aged about 26
- January Oru Orma (1987) — aged about 25
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