This Rising Star Became A Mother Of 3 At 23, Entered Films After Completing MBBS
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Sreeleela, a talented actress and dancer, is a sensation in Telugu and Kannada cinema. She completed her MBBS in 2023 and has starred in many films. She has adopted three children
A young actress is rapidly making her mark in the South film industry, captivating audiences with both her talent and infectious charm. However, it is her genuine kindness and heart that truly distinguish her.
Sreeleela, a talented actress and dancer, has become a sensation in Telugu and Kannada cinema, showcasing her remarkable acting skills and stunning dance performances. What sets her apart is her role as a mother to three adopted children, showering them with love and care far beyond her years.
From US To Bangalore: A Journey Of Dedication
Born in the United States on June 14, Sreeleela grew up in Bangalore, where her mother, Dr Swarnalatha, is a respected gynaecologist. Sreeleela's birth reportedly followed her mother's separation from industrialist Surapaneni Subhakara Rao, a subject that received some media attention in 2021 when Subhakara Rao publicly requested not to associate their names.
Despite this, Srileela's journey has been one of resilience and focus.
Balancing Medicine And Cinema
Sreeleela pursued both her medical studies and her passion for film. She completed her MBBS in 2023 while making her debut in the Kannada film industry, starring in the movie Kiss (2019). Following her success, she starred in other Kannada films like Bharaate (2019) and By Two Love (2022).
Her breakthrough in Telugu cinema came with Pelli SandaD (2021), quickly becoming a household name. Since then, her career has flourished with roles in films such as Dhamaka (2022), Skanda (2023), Bhagavanth Kesari (2023), Aadikeshava (2023), Extra Ordinary Man (2023), and Guntur Kaaram (2024).
A Compassionate Heart
Alongside her acting career, Sreeleela has displayed remarkable compassion. At just 21-years-old, she adopted two special-needs children, Guru and Shobhitha, during a visit to an orphanage in February 2022.
Exceptional Artist
Sreeleela's dancing skills are nothing short of extraordinary. She performed the special number Kissik with Allu Arjun in Pushpa 2 (2024), which became an instant hit. Her performance alongside Mahesh Babu in Guntur Kaaram 's Kurchi Madathappetti song was another theatrical success.
She has also impressed in songs like Ole Ole Paapaayi, Danger Pilla, and Gandarabai. Her ability to hold her own with senior stars like Nandamuri Balakrishna and Ravi Teja has only added to her growing reputation.
Skyrocketing Fame And Future Projects
Sreeleela's rise to fame has been meteoric, with her net worth estimated at around Rs 15 crore. From earning Rs 4 lakh per hour at the start of her career, she now commands up to Rs 4 crore per film.
Her upcoming projects include Mass Maharaja alongside Ravi Teja, Lenin with Akhil Akkineni, and a Hindi film debut in a romantic musical drama directed by Anurag Basu, opposite Bollywood actor Kartik Aaryan. The highly anticipated film is slated for a Diwali 2025 release.
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