This South Indian actress became national crush 7 years ago, ‘winked’ her way into Bollywood now

Priya Prakash Varrier, born on October 28, 1999, in Punkunnam, Kerala, gained nationwide fame in 2018 with a viral wink from the song “Manikya Malaraya Poovi” in the Malayalam film “Oru Adaar Love.” This brief clip catapulted her to instant stardom, earning her the title of “national crush” and making her the most searched personality on Google in India that year. citeturn0search13

In 2021, Priya made her Telugu film debut with “Check,” starring alongside Nithiin and Rakul Preet Singh. She has also been involved in various projects across different languages, including the Hindi film “Sridevi Bungalow” and the Kannada film “Vishnupriya.” However, as of January 2020, “Sridevi Bungalow” faced delays due to controversies and legal challenges, and its release status remains uncertain. citeturn0search13

Despite the challenges, Priya Prakash Varrier continues to pursue opportunities in the Indian film industry, aiming to establish herself as a versatile actress beyond her initial viral fame.