Telugu Debut Actresses 2024: From Bhagyashri Borse to Janhvi Kapoor, Meet the Rising Stars

Bhagyashri Borse, an Indian model and film actress, has primarily worked in the Bollywood and Telugu film industries. She marked her debut in the acting world with the Bollywood romantic comedy Yaariyan 2, portraying the character of Raajlaxmi Cariappa, a painter and Abhay s late girlfriend. Her performance in this film caught the attention of Telugu film director Harish Shankar, who was impressed by both her looks and acting skills. As a result, he chose her for his upcoming Telugu movie, Mr. Bachchan, starring opposite Ravi Teja, and produced under the People Media Factory banner.

Janhvi Kapoor is a Young Indian Film Actress, the Daughter of Producer Bony Kapoor, and the late actress Sridevi. She is a Bollywood actress, famous for the films like Dhadak, Roohi, Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl, and Ghost stories. Known for her talented acting skills and fashion sense, Janhvi is one of the leading youngest Bollywood actresses in the Indian Film Industry.

Preity Mukhundhan, an Indian film actress, has left an indelible mark on the Telugu and Tamil movie industry with her remarkable performances. Born and raised in Trichy, Tamil Nadu, Preity ventured into the world of cinema with her debut in the superhit film Om Bheem Bush in 2024. Coming from a family of doctors, Preity s upbringing in Trichy instilled in her a strong academic foundation. She pursued her passion for film acting and holds a B Tech degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering from the prestigious National Institute of Technology Trichy.

Rukmini Vasanth is a talented Indian actress primarily known for her work in Kannada and South Indian films. She made her film debut in Birbal Trilogy Case 1: Finding Vajramuni (2019) and quickly garnered attention. In 2023, she earned widespread acclaim and won the Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actress – Kannada for her role in the romantic dramas Sapta Saagaradaache Ello – Side A and Side B.

Manushi Chhillar, crowned Miss World 2017, is an actress and model known for her beauty and talent. After debuting in Bollywood, she expanded her career into Telugu cinema with the 2024 patriotic action drama Operation Valentine alongside Varun Tej. Her stellar performance in this film has established her as a rising star in the South Indian film industry.

Athira Raji is an Indian actress and model who made her presence felt with her captivating performances in regional cinema. In 2024, she marked her Telugu debut with the intense drama Krishnamma opposite Satya Dev, portraying a powerful role that won her accolades. Athira’s dedication and versatility have made her a promising talent to watch out for.

Pankhuri Gidwani is an Indian actress and model who gained fame as the runner-up of Femina Miss India 2016. Known for her elegance and charm, Pankhuri has made her mark in both the fashion and entertainment industries. In 2024, she made her Telugu debut in the romantic drama Love Mouli opposite Navdeep, earning appreciation for her performance. Her graceful screen presence and dedication continue to win over audiences.

Siri Lella, a well-known Indian actress primarily active in the Telugu film industry, made her debut in the 2024 political thriller Prathinidhi 2. Written and directed by Murthy Devagupthapu, the film is a sequel to Prathinidhi (2014). Siri Lella stars alongside Nara Rohit, with supporting roles played by Dinesh Tej, Jisshu Sengupta, and Sachin Khedekar. The film delves into political intrigue and societal issues, continuing the themes of the original film. Siri Lella began her career as a model before transitioning into acting, quickly gaining recognition for her versatile performances. 

Samyuktha Vishwanathan is an Indian film actress and writer, who has worked predominantly in the Tamil and Telugu movie industry. Samyuktha Vishwanathan born and brought up in Chennai, Tamilnadu. Samyuktha acted in few Tamil movies like Engga Hostel, Sweet Kaaram Coffee, Oh Manapenne!, and Modern Love Chennai and Samyuktha made her debut in Tollywood through Vennela Kishore s spy action comedy film Chaari 111 in 2024.

Bhoomika Shetty is an Indian actress known for her role in the Kannada-language television series Kinnari. and Telugu series Ninne Pelladatha. She was a contestant in the relaity television show Bigg Boss Kannada and made it the finals. Shetty made her film debut with the 2021 Kannada film, Ikkat.  

Yasha Shivakumar is a talented Kannada actress known for her remarkable performances in Sandalwood films. Expanding her horizons, Yasha ventured into Telugu cinema in 2024 with the action-packed drama Vey Dharuvey opposite Sairam Shankar. Her dynamic acting and screen presence have garnered her recognition across industries.