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Nayanthara to Sai Pallavi: Educational qualification of five actresses that will surprise you

Last updated on - Mar 17, 2021, 22:00 IST
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Nayanthara to Sai Pallavi: Educational qualification of five actresses that will surprise you

People usually have the notion that film stars are less educated or some are school or college drop out. However, Tamil film industry is blessed with actresses who are not just well-educated but also hold a degree from top most universities. Let's take a look at the educational qualifications of five actresses that will surprise you.


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Nayanthara

Nayanthara started her cinema journey with Malayalam and made her debut in Tamil with the film 'Ayya' in 2005. The stylish actress has developed herself well in all perspectives, and is known as the Lady Superstar of the South. Nayanthara can be seen speaking fluent English in movies because it's not a tough job for the actress, who completed a bachelor's degree in English Literature.


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Samantha

Samantha is a Chennai-based actress, and she first appeared in a supporting role in the super hit romantic drama 'Vinnaithandi Varuvaya'. Samantha then started doing leading roles and became popular by being part of some blockbuster films. Education wise, Samantha has completed a degree in commerce from Stella Maris College, Chennai, after which she got into modeling during the final year of studies, which led her to enter into cinema.


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Tamannaah

The Mumbai-based actress Tamannaah completed her graduation in the field of Arts from National College, Mumbai. After a calm debut in Hindi, Tamannaah turned heads towards the South and rocked with her continuous successful films. Tamannaah has paired up with almost all the leading actors in the South, and her role in the epic action drama 'Baahubali' got him fame globally.


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Trisha

Trisha was born and brought up in Chennai, and she completed her Bachelor of Business Administration from Ethiraj College. Later she entered into modeling and won several beauty contests. Trisha made her debut as a lead alongside Suriya in 'Mounam Pesiyadhe', which marked the directorial debut of Ameer. Then she did several romantic dramas and was paired up with leading heroes.


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Sai Pallavi

Sai Pallavi is a passionate dancer and participated in a television dance reality show. She has also appeared in a couple of unfamiliar roles in Tamil films in 2008. But Sai Pallavi later decided to further pursue her education and moved to Georgia to complete her medical degree. Sai Pallavi then returned with a bang by playing a lovable role in the romantic Malayalam film 'Premam' in 2015. Later, she entered into Tamil and Telugu and developed as a popular South Indian actress.


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