Trisha Krishnan is an Indian actress and former model who has been one of the leading stars of South Indian cinema for over two decades. Born on 4 May 1983 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, she won the Miss Chennai 1999 title before making her mark as a leading lady in Tamil and Telugu films.
With a career spanning Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada and Hindi cinema, Trisha has headlined blockbusters such as Ghilli, Varsham, 96, Ponniyin Selvan and Leo. This biography covers her age, early life, career, movies, awards and the latest facts about the star.
Quick Facts
Full Name: Trisha Krishnan
Born: 4 May 1983
Age: 43 (as of October 2026)
Birthplace: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Debut: Jodi (1999, supporting role)
Known For: Ghilli, Varsham, 96, Ponniyin Selvan, Leo
Awards: Multiple Filmfare Awards South and other state and industry honours
Early Life
Trisha Krishnan was born on 4 May 1983 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, to Krishnan and Uma Krishnan. She grew up in Chennai and studied business administration, earning a BBA degree from Ethiraj College for Women in Chennai. Before entering films, she worked as a model and won the Miss Chennai 1999 title, which opened the door to the film industry.
Career
Trisha entered films after winning Miss Chennai 1999, making her screen debut with a small role in Jodi (1999). Her breakthrough came in 2004 with two landmark films: the Tamil blockbuster Ghilli opposite Vijay and the Telugu hit Varsham. These successes made her one of the most sought-after heroines in both industries.
Over the next two decades she headlined hit after hit across five languages: Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada and Hindi. In 2018, her performance in the romantic drama 96 won widespread critical acclaim and is regarded as one of the finest performances of her career. She later joined the ensemble cast of Mani Ratnam's Ponniyin Selvan films, and reunited with Vijay for Lokesh Kanagaraj's action blockbuster Leo (2023).
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Recent Work
Trisha had a busy 2025 with three major Tamil releases: Vidaamuyarchi, Good Bad Ugly and Thug Life. She shared screen space with Ajith Kumar in Vidaamuyarchi and Good Bad Ugly, and with Kamal Haasan in Mani Ratnam's Thug Life. Looking ahead, she stars opposite Suriya in Karuppu (2026), the RJ Balaji-directed fantasy action drama.
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Personal Life
Trisha is the daughter of Krishnan and Uma Krishnan. Born and raised in Chennai, she continues to be based there. She keeps her personal life largely private.
Watch the Official Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Trisha Krishnan?
Born on 4 May 1983, she is 43 years old as of October 2026.
What was her debut?
She made her screen debut with a small role in Jodi (1999), after winning the Miss Chennai 1999 title.
Which are her biggest films?
Her biggest films include Ghilli, Varsham, 96, Ponniyin Selvan and Leo, along with recent releases such as Good Bad Ugly and Thug Life.
Has she won awards?
Yes. Trisha has won several Filmfare Awards South across Tamil and Telugu cinema, along with other state and industry honours.
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