Ritu Varma: A Talented Star in South Indian Cinema

Ritu Varma, born on March 10, 1990, in Hyderabad, Telangana, is a well-known Indian actress and model. She is celebrated for her incredible performances in Telugu and Tamil cinema. Her journey from an engineering graduate to an award-winning actress showcases her talent, hard work, and passion for acting.

Early Life and Education

Ritu was raised in Hyderabad, where she completed her schooling and went on to study at Villa Marie College for Women. She earned her bachelor’s degree in engineering from Malla Reddy Engineering College. Though she had a strong academic background, her love for the arts eventually led her to pursue a career in acting.

Stepping Into the Entertainment World

After graduation, Ritu participated in the Dabur Gulabari Miss Rose Glow pageant, where she was the first runner-up. This milestone launched her modeling and acting career. She gained attention with her role in the short film “Anukokunda”, which won awards at the 48HR Film Project competition and was showcased at the prestigious Cannes Short Film Corner in 2013.

Film Career: Rising to Fame

Early Roles

Ritu began her journey in feature films with a supporting role in “Baadshah” (2013). She gained recognition with her lead role in “Prema Ishq Kaadhal” (2013), where she played a costume designer.

Breakthrough with “Pelli Choopulu”

Her big break came with the romantic drama “Pelli Choopulu” (2016), where she played Chitra. The film was a massive hit, and Ritu’s performance earned her the Nandi Award for Best Actress and the Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actress – Telugu.

Expanding to Tamil Cinema

Ritu also made a mark in Tamil cinema with films like:

• “Velaiilla Pattadhari 2” (2017): A sequel to the popular movie starring Dhanush.
• “Kannum Kannum Kollaiyadithaal” (2020): A romantic thriller that won her the SIIMA Award for Best Debut Actress – Tamil.

Notable Films

Some of Ritu’s other popular films include:

• “Yevade Subramanyam” (2015): A heartfelt supporting role.
• “Keshava” (2017): A gripping crime thriller.
• “Tuck Jagadish” (2021): A family drama where she played a strong and emotional role.
• “Varudu Kaavalenu” (2021): A romantic comedy that showcased her lighthearted and fun side.

Personal Life

Ritu comes from a loving Telugu family. Her mother, Sangeeta Varma, and her sister, Megha Varma, have always supported her career. Despite her success, Ritu stays grounded and deeply values her family’s role in her journey.

Awards and Recognition

Ritu has received several prestigious awards for her exceptional performances, including:

• Nandi Award for Best Actress: For Pelli Choopulu.
• Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actress – Telugu: For Pelli Choopulu.
• SIIMA Award for Best Debut Actress – Tamil: For Kannum Kannum Kollaiyadithaal.