Remember the girl you just couldn’t take your eyes off in the song “Kurchi Madathapetti” from Guntur Kaaram starring Mahesh Babu? Well, that fresh, alluring, and elegant face is Sreeleela, princess of the South who is making a mark with her every screen appearance. While many may not be aware of her journey, it’s nothing short of inspiring and fascinating, proving that she’s emerging as the next big thing in Bollywood.

Sreeleela’s journey began as a child artist in 2017 with Chitrangada, well before her leading debut in the 2019 Kannada film Kiss. Though she continued her Kannada streak with a few films, she went on to dominate the Telugu industry with superhits like Pelli SandaD and Dhamaka, the latter earning her the SIIMA Award for Best Actress in a Telugu Film. These are just her stepping stones to success, and she’s making every step count, not only becoming a favorite with audiences but also the first choice for filmmakers.

While she has captivated everyone with her intense drama and lighthearted romance on screen, it’s her graceful dance that makes her stand out. Her hit dance numbers, from “Kurchi Madathapetti” in Guntur Kaaram to “Madhura Nagarilo” from Pelli SandaD, have set new benchmarks for success which got the nation grooving. The actress is also reportedly all set to light the screen up on fire with a crackling special dance number in the highly anticipated Pushpa 2

However, if you think you’ve seen the best of Sreeleela, she’s just getting started. She’s on her way to ruling not only the South Indian industry but the pan-India scene as well. While we’ve seen most of her work in the South, her foray into Bollywood is something her fans eagerly look forward to.