From a supporting actress to the heartthrob of millions: Here’s a look at Bigg Boss Tamil season 1 fame Oviya Helen’s journey

Actress Oviya of Bigg Boss Tamil season 1 fame celebrates her 29th birthday today (April 29) and on the occasion, here’s a quick look at her journey from a supporting actress to her rise to glory with Bigg Boss Tamil season 1. (Photo - Facebook)

Oviya made her acting debut before she completed her studies. She appeared in a supporting role in Prithviraj's Kangaroo (2007) and went on to make notable appearances in films like Puthiya Mukham (2009), Apoorva (2008). She played a key role in the 2010 Tamil film Kalavani. (Photo - Facebook)

Oviya made her acting debut before she completed her studies. She appeared in a supporting role in Prithviraj's Kangaroo (2007) and went on to make notable appearances in films like Puthiya Mukham (2009), Apoorva (2008). She played a key role in the 2010 Tamil film Kalavani. (Photo - Facebook)

Oviya rose to fame with her sensational stint in the Bigg Boss house. Her equation with the season winner Arav was one of the most talked-about aspects of the first season of the reality TV series in Tamil. Oviya quit the show on medical grounds. Her dialogue, “Neenga Shutup Panninga” was extremely popular. (Photo - Facebook)

Oviya earned a huge fan base with her impressive stint in the Bigg Boss house. Many self-proclaimed fan popularly known as “Armies” sprung up on social media. (Photo - Facebook)

In 2018, Oviya made her singing debut with the song “Marana Matta…” in the film ‘90 ML’ with the encouragement of actor Silambarasan aka STR. (Photo - Facebook)

Oviya was linked up with her co-contestant Arav of Bigg Boss Tamil season 1. They were spotted together on many special occasions after the show. However, they have maintained that they are ‘just friends’. (Photo - Facebook)