Personal Information

Full Name: Priya Bharadwaj Anand

Nickname: Priya, PA

Country/State: India

Date of Birth: 1986-09-17

Languages Known: Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, English

Zodiac Sign: Virgo

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Religion: Hinduism

Hobbies: Fitness & yoga, traveling, reading, watching films/series, cooking, spending time with family & friends

Education

School: St. Mary's Anglo-Indian Girls Higher Secondary School, Chennai

College: Women's Christian College, Chennai

Degrees Obtained: Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – completed

Physical Stats

Height: 165 cm

Weight: 54 kg

Family Information

Parents: Father: Bharadwaj (businessman) Mother: Anuradha (homemaker)

Siblings: Not publicly disclosed

Marital Status: not_married

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Children:

Career

Current Position: Actress (active in Tamil, Telugu & Hindi films/OTT; selective projects)

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Net Worth: Approximately ₹60–100 crore (from films, OTT, brand endorsements, investments)

Awards & Achievements: Vijay Award for Best Debut Actress – Vaamanan (2009) Santosham Best Young Performer – Leader (2010) Known for debut hits in Telugu: Leader (2010), 180 (2011), Fukrey (2013 Hindi), Rangam (2011), Kumari 21F (2015), MCA (Middle Class Abbayi) (2017) Strong supporting/lead roles in OTT: Modern Love Hyderabad (2022), Agent (2023), Main Hoon Aparajita (2022) One of the most loved & natural performers of 2010s South Indian cinema

Biography Details

Priya Anand (born September 17, 1986, in Chennai) is an Indian actress known for her natural and charming screen presence. Daughter of businessman Bharadwaj and Anuradha, she completed B.A. from Women's Christian College, Chennai. She debuted in Telugu with Vaamanan (2009) and became popular with Leader (2010) opposite Rana Daggubati, followed by hits 180, Fukrey (Hindi), Rangam, Kumari 21F, and MCA.

Known for relatable, girl-next-door roles, she balanced commercial and content-driven projects. After a career peak in the 2010s, she took selective breaks and focused on meaningful OTT roles (Modern Love Hyderabad, Agent). Unmarried as of 2026, she maintains a low-key personal life. At 39, she remains active in Tamil, Telugu & Hindi films/OTT, with a strong fan base for her effortless acting and warm personality.

• January 2026: Priya Anand turned 41 (September 17, 2025); shared warm birthday posts with family & friends; fans celebrated her timeless charm and natural beauty.
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• January 2026: Announced as part of an upcoming Telugu family-drama film opposite a major star; shooting expected to begin early 2026 – her return to a lead romantic role.
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• January 2026: Featured in a wellness & lifestyle magazine cover story; spoke about fitness, mental health, and balancing career with personal life.
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• Ongoing: Active on Instagram with travel, fitness, and casual lifestyle posts. No controversies or health issues in early 2026; focus on selective films/OTT, brand endorsements, and personal well-being. Leader and Fukrey continue to be fan favorites.

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