Shakeela
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- November 20, 1973 in Nellore, Andhra Pradesh, India
- Active Years
- 1989–2025 (37 Years)
- Total Credits
- 59 credits in database
Biography
Shakeela is an Indian actress born on November 20, 1973, in Nellore, Andhra Pradesh. She has worked in films and television across Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada languages. Her early screen career featured supporting roles in Tamil films, including Ancharakkulla Vandi, Thuraimugam, and Marumalarchi. In 2000, she appeared in the Malayalam film Kinnara Thumbikal, followed by roles in productions such as Yaamini and Mohanayanangal. Starting in 2002, she transitioned into mainstream character and comedic roles, with credits including the Telugu features Jayam and Thotti Gang. In 2020, a biographical film titled Shakeela was released, which depicts the life of the actress and stars Richa Chadda in the titular role, with Pankaj Tripathi and Rajeev Pillai in supporting roles.
Career overview
Shakeela is an Indian actress born on November 20, 1973, in Nellore, Andhra Pradesh. She works across the Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada film and television industries. Her screen career began in 1989 with supporting roles in Tamil films, including Ancharakkulla Vandi, Thuraimugam, and Marumalarchi. In 2000, she starred in the Malayalam film Kinnara Thumbikal. This role led to lead appearances in softcore and adult-themed productions throughout Malayalam cinema during the early 2000s, with credits such as Yaamini and Mohanayanangal.
Starting in 2002, Shakeela transitioned into mainstream character and comedic roles within South Indian cinema. Her filmography from this period includes the Telugu features Jayam and Thotti Gang. Beyond her own acting career, her life as an adult movie star who worked in the industry for over two decades served as the basis for the 2020 Hindi-language biographical film titled Shakeela. Directed by Indrajit Lankesh, the biopic stars Richa Chadda as the eponymous actress, with Pankaj Tripathi and Rajeev Pillai appearing in supporting roles. Shakeela is also known by the names C. Shakeela and Shakeela Beg.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
59 titles- Mrs & Mr (2025)
- Enimey Nangadha Head Lines (2024)
- Kick (2023)
- Nalla Samayam (2022)
- Engada Irunthinga Ivvalavu Naala (2021) as Shakeela
- Kanni Raasi (2020) as Chechi
- Cooku with Comali (2019) as Self - Contestant
- Pottu (2019) as Biochemistry Professor
- Kobbari Matta (2019)
- Bigg Boss Telugu (2017) as Shakeela
- Bondhu (2017) as Lady in the tailor shop
- Sevili (2016)
- Yennamo Yedho (2014) as Kujli Plus TV Anchor
- Bigg Boss Kannada (2013) as Herself - Contestant
- Ragalapuram (2013) as Kuruvamma (Special Appearance)
- Parijatha (2012)
- Teja Bhai and Family (2011) as Surveyor
- Boss Engira Baskaran (2010) as Parimala
- Maanja Velu (2010)
- Guru Sishyan (2010) as Paramala Jyothi
- Siva Manasula Sakthi (2009) as Sakthi (Guest Appearance)
- Current (2009)
- Dongala Bandi (2008)
- Vambu Sandai (2008)
- Azhagiya Tamil Magan (2007) as Shakeela (Special Appearance)
- Aadivaram Adavallaku Selavu (2007)
- Viyabari (2007) as Minister Dairy Development
- Chotta Mumbai (2007) as Herself
- Vathiyar (2006) as Cameo appearance
- Suyetchai MLA (2006)
- Vanakkam Thalaiva (2005)
- Sorry Enaku Kalyanamayidichu (2005) as Baby
- Monalisa (2004)
- Super Da (2004) as Meera Krishnan
- Jai (2004)
- Puttintiki Raa Chelli (2004)
- Dhool (2003) as Self
- Naaga (2003) as Mandaram
- Sriramachandrulu (2003) as Srikanya
- Dongodu (2003)
- Nijam (2003)
- Jayam (2003)
- Anbu Thollai (2003) as Padmini
- Jayam (2002)
- Thotti Gang (2002) as Matasri
- Mohanayanangal (2001) as Deviamma
- Thazhvara (2001) as Sugandhi
- Yaamini (2001) as Yaamini
- Kinnara Thumbikal (2000) as Aunty
- Mugguru Prathivrathal (2000)
- Marumalarchi (1998)
- Simmarasi (1998)
- Kadavul (1997)
- Irattai Roja (1996)
- Thuraimugam (1996)
- Beauty Palace (1990)
- Ancharakkulla Vandi (1989)
- Pagal Kanavu
- Kinnaram Cholli Cholli
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Shakeela best known for?
Shakeela is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Bikini Spring Break (2012), Bigg Boss Telugu (2017), Bigg Boss (2013), Boss Engira Baskaran (2010).
When and where was Shakeela born?
Shakeela was born on November 20, 1973 in Nellore, Andhra Pradesh, India.
How many credits does Shakeela have?
Shakeela has accumulated over 59 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1989 to 2025.
What is Shakeela's background in cinema and television?
Shakeela is an Indian actress born on November 20, 1973, in Nellore, Andhra Pradesh. She has worked in films and television across Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada languages. Her early screen career featured supporting roles in Tamil films, including Ancharakkulla Vandi, Thuraimugam, and Marumalarchi. In 2000, she...
Shakeela by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Cooku with Comali (2019) as Self - Contestant — aged about 45
- Boss Engira Baskaran (2010) as Parimala — aged about 36
- Bigg Boss Telugu (2017) as Shakeela — aged about 43
- Azhagiya Tamil Magan (2007) as Shakeela (Special Appearance) — aged about 33
- Bigg Boss Kannada (2013) as Herself - Contestant — aged about 39
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