Sreeleela (or Nancy Sree Leela, kaip skelbia alternatyviai) Biograbhy has an immense fan base as an American actress whose roots trace back to India, and this young lady is known courtesy Telugu and Kannada cinema primarily. She started as a child artist back in 2017 and, during 2019, acted in a leading role in the Kannada movie ‘Kiss’ and soon thereafter in Pelli SandaD and Dhamaka, which were released in 2021 and 2022, respectively. This talented actress has also bagged three SIIMA Awards.
Personal Life
Sree Leela appears to have had a rather varied upbringing, growing up around two large families. She is believed to have been born into a Telugu family in Detroit, Michigan, on June 14, 2001, but grew up in Bangalore, India. Her mother, a Bangalore-based gynecologist by the name of Swarnalatha, was married to Surapaneni Subhakara Rao, who is an industrialist. Leela is the child of Swarnalatha’s first and only marriage. During her childhood, she quickly developed an interest in Bharatanatyam dance while at the same time wishing to be a doctor, obtaining her MBBS by 2021, but according to the latest information, she resigned last year as she wished to adopt two differently abled children.
Career
2017–2020: Early career
Leela made her acting debut in the 2017 film Chitrangada, where she played the younger version of Sindhu Tolani's character. Director A. P. Arjun discovered Leela through photos taken by cinematographer Bhuvan Gowda, which he came across on social media. Impressed, he cast her in his 2019 Kannada film Kiss. Although Leela had connections in Telugu cinema, she chose to begin her career in Kannada films as she grew up in Bangalore.
The filming of Kiss began in 2017, during Leela's first year of pre-university studies. When the movie released in 2019, it performed well at the box office. A. Sharadhaa from The New Indian Express praised her confident debut, stating, "Sreeleela looks stylish and garners equal attention." Similarly, Times of India critic Vinay Lokesh noted that Leela shone in her role.
Shortly after Kiss, Leela starred opposite Sriimurali in Bharaate, which was also released in 2019. Aravind Shwetha from The News Minute complimented her performance, writing, "Leela is good and holds her own alongside Sriimurali when it comes to acting and screen presence." A. Sharadhaa also observed her growth, saying, "This is Sreeleela's second film, and she seems to be getting comfortable in front of the camera, delivering what the role demands."
2021–Present
In 2021, Leela made her Telugu cinema debut with the romantic musical Pelli SandaD, where she described her role as "a role to die for." While the film received negative reviews, Leela's performance was appreciated. Sangeetha Devi of The Hindu called it a "costly showreel" for the lead pair, Roshan and Leela, noting that while they looked fresh and vibrant, their on-screen chemistry fell short.
In 2022, Leela starred in the Kannada romantic comedy By Two Love. A. Sharadhaa from The New Indian Express found her performance "a delight to watch," though Deccan Herald pointed out that her Kannada pronunciation needed improvement. That same year, she made a special appearance in the song "Trademark" from the film James.
Following the success of Pelli SandaD, Leela received numerous offers in Telugu cinema. She next starred in Dhamaka alongside Ravi Teja, which turned out to be a box office hit. However, her subsequent film Skanda, opposite Ram Pothineni, received mixed-to-negative reviews and failed commercially.
Leela then appeared in Bhagavanth Kesari, alongside Nandamuri Balakrishna and Kajal Aggarwal, directed by Anil Ravipudi. The film received mixed-to-positive reviews but was a box office success, becoming one of the top-grossing Telugu films of 2023. Leela’s performance earned her a nomination for the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress – Telugu.
Her next films, Aadikeshava with Panja Vaisshnav Tej and Extra Ordinary Man with Nithin, both released in 2023, were critical and commercial failures.
In 2024, Leela starred opposite Mahesh Babu in Guntur Kaaram. Neeshita Nyayapati of Hindustan Times praised her dancing skills but criticized the role for lacking impact on the story. Unfortunately, the film also underperformed at the box office
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Controversy
In a surprising and controversial development, Surapaneni Subhakara Rao has publicly disowned popular actress Sreeleela. Rao, who has been referred to as Sreeleela’s “father” in media circles, made a strong statement accusing her of using his name to claim stakes in his assets.
Speaking to the media, Subhakara Rao expressed his frustration and clarified his stance. He said, “Sreeleela is using my name during media interviews to create the impression that she has a claim over my assets. I want to make it clear that she was born after separation, so she is not my daughter
Social Media
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Earnings
Sreeleela Earned Over 5 Crores From Movies in 2024, With 33% of Her Salary Coming From Pushpa 2's Kissik Song? Sreeleela is among the most talked-about Indian actresses in 2024.
FAQ:
1. How much does Sreeleela earn per movie?
Besides appearing in Guntur Kaaram, Sreeleela didn't take on any other film roles this year, but she did feature in a special song for Pushpa 2. For her performance in this song, it is rumored that she earned 2 crores. Combining the pay from Guntur Kaaram and Pushpa 2, she accumulated a total of 6 crores from films in 2024.
2. Is Sreeleela Telugu or Kannada?
Sree Leela was born on June 14, 2001, to a Telugu family in Detroit, Michigan, USA, and she was raised in Bangalore, India. Her mother, Swarnalatha, is a gynecologist in Bangalore. Swarnalatha was previously married to industrialist Surapaneni Subhakara Rao, and Sreeleela was born post their divorce.
3. Is Sreeleela studying MBBS?
Originally a popular child artist, Sree Leela has grown into a leading Gen Z star in the Telugu film industry. She completed an MBBS degree in 2021.
DISCLAIMER: The information provided above is gathered from various websites and social media channels. The accuracy of this information cannot be fully guaranteed.
