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​Yadu Krishnan to Gopika Anil: Malayalam TV celebs who started their career as child actors

etimes.in | Last updated on - Dec 11, 2023, 17:16 IST
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​Yadu Krishnan to Gopika Anil: Malayalam TV celebs who started their career as child actors​


Embarking on a journey in the glitzy world of entertainment from a young age, several Malayalam TV celebrities transitioned from child actors to the limelight they now command. From the adorable screen presence of Yadhu Krishnan to the endearing performances of Gopika Anil, these talents began weaving their stories in the industry long before adulthood.

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​Jeevan Gopal​

Malayalis might vividly remember Master Jeevan, who essayed the role of the genie named Jeem Boom Baa in the serial 'Alavudinte Albutha Vilakku'. The child actor has now transformed into a handsome young man and he is currently playing lead characters in both Kaliveedu and Kudumbashree Sharada.

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​Rebecca Santhosh​

The gorgeous actress, who is currently playing the titular character in 'Kaliveedu' was first seen playing a lead character in the show, 'Kunjikoonan'.

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​Yadu Krishnan​


Actor Yadhu Krishnan's iconic dialogue from the movie 'Sreedharante Onnam Thirumurivu' is still the favorite of the Malayali audience. The former child actor currently plays a strong antagonist in 'Kanalpoovu'.

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​Gopika Anil​

Santhwanam's dearest Anjali, Gopika Anil started her career as a child actress. She gained attention with her movies, 'Balettan' and 'Mayilattam'.

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​Shruthi Rajanikanth​


Chakkappazham's Painkili aka Shruthi Rajanikanth also started her career as a child actress. She was seen in the popular sitcom, 'Ettu Sundarikalum Njanum'.

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