Nayanthara, the 'Lady Superstar' of South Cinema, celebrated her 40th birthday on November 18, 2024. With over 75 films to her name, she remains one of the most influential figures in the industry. To mark the occasion, a documentary titled Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairy Tale was released on Netflix India, offering fans an intimate look at her life.

Top 10 Movies of Nayanthara

Jawan (2023) – Bollywood debut, played an NSG officer.

Naanum Rowdy Dhaan (2015) – Role opposite Vijay Sethupathi, praised for her charm.

Connect (2022) – A supernatural thriller with a gripping performance.

Anamika (2014) – Women-centric role in a bilingual film.

Maya (2015) – Supernatural thriller showcasing her range.

Dora (2017) – Strong role in a horror-thriller.

Aramm (2017) – Portrayed a district collector, and won a Filmfare Award.

Imaikkaa Nodigal (2018) – A successful thriller with a powerful performance.

Airaa (2019) – Dual roles in a supernatural thriller.

Mookuthi Amman (2020) – Played the goddess Mookuthi Amman in a social comedy.

Iconic Songs from Her Films

Hayyoda (Jawan, 2023) – Popular on Instagram reels.

Sema Masss (Massu Engira Masilamani) – Energetic dance number.

Kannaana Kanne (Naanum Rowdy Dhaan) – Emotional and powerful.

Upcoming Projects

Nayanthara starred in Tamil films Test and Mannangatti Since 1960, and the Malayalam film Dear Students.

Family Life

Nayanthara married director Vignesh Shivan in June 2022 and welcomed twin children, Uyir and Ulagam, via surrogacy later that year.

As she marks four decades in cinema, Nayanthara continues to be a trailblazer in both her career and personal life.