– A commercial action-masala film opposite Karthi.

- Played Kavya opposite Suriya, a massive commercial success.

A daring fantasy romance where she played a dual role, pushing the boundaries of visual effects and storytelling in Tamil cinema.

Anushka has received several nominations and awards for her performances, including:

Anushka made her acting debut in the 2005 Telugu film Super . Her first foray into Tamil cinema was in the 2006 film Rendu , where she starred alongside R. Madhavan. Key Tamil & Bilingual Films Notable Roles Verdict/Impact Rendu (2006) Tamil debut Vettaikaaran (2009) Susheela (Susi) Commercial hit Rising Stardom Singam (2010) Kavya Mahalingam Blockbuster Vaanam (2011) Critically acclaimed remake Deiva Thirumagal (2011) Award-winning performance Peak Success Singam II (2013) Kavya Mahalingam Successive blockbuster Yennai Arindhaal (2015) Major commercial success Baahubali Series (2015–17) Pan-Indian recognition Rudhramadevi (2015) Rudrama Devi Historical epic Bhaagamathie (2018) Chanchala / Bhaagamathie Solo-led blockbuster Iconic Roles & Critical Milestones

Born on October 24, 1986, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, Anushka began her acting career at a young age. She made her debut in the Tamil film industry with the 2002 film "Chocolate," followed by her breakthrough role in the 2004 film "Iruvar," directed by Arvind Tripathi. Her early success paved the way for a thriving career in Tamil cinema.

The scene where Devasena challenges the army with a single arrow is the most watched Anushka clip in Tamil. The dialogue “Naan oru vanmatha marakka maaten” (I will not forget an insult) is legendary.

Anushka's filmography is packed with viral moments and chart-topping songs that continue to trend online: Anushka Shetty Movies and Shows - ‎Apple TV

Known as Size Zero in Telugu, Anushka gained over 20 kilograms to play an overweight woman fighting body shaming. This choice proved her immense dedication to authentic storytelling.

(2010, 2013, 2017): Played Kavya opposite Suriya in this massive action franchise.

is widely considered her most iconic role. She transitioned from a fierce warrior princess to a dignified, imprisoned queen, earning global recognition.

Directed by Gautham Vasudev Menon, Anushka played Sasha alongside Ajith Kumar. Though her screen time was brief, her elegant portrayal left a lasting impression on audiences.