From Avika Gor to Shraddha Arya: TV celebs who starred in South Indian films

Small-screen actresses are not only talented but also extremely popular. The realm of television is a home for many great artists in the country, who have not only demonstrated their abilities on Indian television but also in the South Indian industry.

Here are some of the Hind TV actors who have worked in South Indian films:

Parth Samthaan was lastly seen in Ekta Kapoor’s serial Kasauti Zindagi Kay 2. Parth is also known for starring in the show Kaisi Yeh Yaariaan. Parth shared on his Instagram in recent days that he would finally star in a Telugu film. He wrote “I have always been a fan of south films and now starting my own chapter in it #gratitude #telugu #movie #alaninnucheri #staytuned”

Actress Ishita Dutta, earned a name for herself in the South with her debut Telugu film, 'Chanakyudu,' in 2012. She went on to star as a supporting actor in the Kannada film 'Raja Rajendra' the next year. Ishita and her sister Tanushree were slated to co-star in another Kanada film, 'Yenidu Manasali'.

Shraddha from the TV show 'Tumhari Pakhi,' 'Main Lakshmi Tere Aangan Ki,' and 'Dream Girl' has a long list of accomplishments. Shraddha made her Telugu film debut in 2007 with the film 'Godava'. Other Telugu films such as 'Kothi Muka' and 'Romeo' followed 'Godava'. Shraddha subsequently ventured into the Kannada cinema industry, appearing in two films: 'Double Decker' and 'Madhuve Mane'.

With seven South Indian films under her belt, countless advertisements, and a leading part of the TV show 'Tashan-e-Ishq,' Jasmin Bhasin is one lucky girl. She made her debut in the Tamil film 'Vaanam' with actor Simbu in 2011. She went on to work on films such as 'Karodpathi' (Kannada), 'Beware of Dogs' (Malayalam), and Veta (Telugu), among others.

Balaji Telefilms discovered her in 2001 and she was seen in 'Kabhi Sautan Kabhi Saheli,' which became immediately popular with audiences. She subsequently proceeded to the South and made a few pictures, none of which were particularly successful. Among them are 'Nuvvu Nenu' (Telugu), 'Samurai,' and 'Varushamellam Vasantham'. She was last seen on TV in Naagin 5.

Mahhi played a ghost in the Malayalam horror film 'Aparichithan', which was released in 2004. Mahhi rose to prominence in 'Laagi Tujhse Lagan' as Nakusha. She also appeared in TV show 'Akela' and Ballika Vadhu.

Shilpa Anand, a newbie, was probably a major factor for 'Dill Mill Gayye's success. Shilpa, who was born in South Africa, made her acting debut in the Telugu film 'Vishnu' in 2003. The following year, the Kannada film 'Sarvabhouma' was released. 'Iqraar By Chance' was her Bollywood debut. And in 2007, she earned her most famous part as Dr Riddhima Gupta in ‘Dill Mill Gayye'.

'Sasural Simar Ka' and 'Balika Vadhu' fame Avika Gor is a successful star in the South Indian film sector. She appeared in three more Telugu films after making her debut in 'Uyyala Jampala'. She additionally made her Kannada debut in 2015 with 'Care of Footpath 2'.

Hansika began her career as a child actor on TV shows such as 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi,' 'Hum 2 Hai Na,' 'Desh Me Nikla Hoga Chand,' and many others. Hansika earned her first breakthrough in Bollywood while working on her second serial, Shaka Laka Boom Boom. Her Telugu film debut, 'Desamuduru,' earned her a Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut - South.

Niti is known as a youth idol for her performance as Nandini in 'Kaisi Yeh Yaariaan.' She has appeared in a number of television serials as well as three Telugu films. Her debut film was 'Mem Vayasuku Vachcham' in 2012, followed by 'Pelli Pustakam' in 2013. Niti is currently playing the role of Prachi Kapoor in the Hindi TV drama Bade Achhe Lagte Hain 2.

Erica has won the hearts of her audiences with her acting abilities in South Indian films. Erica was an immediate success after making her debut in the Tamil film 'Ainthu Ainthu Ainthu' in 2013. The following year, she worked in 'Ninnindale' (Kannada). Erica made her Bollywood debut the same year with the film 'Babloo Happy Hai.' She was last seen in 'Kuch Rang Pyar Ke Aise Bhi' as the lead actress, Dr Sonakshi Bose.