Shivani Nagaram

Shivani Nagaram is an Indian actress, classical dancer, and model who works predominantly in Telugu cinema. Born on August 25, 1998, in Hyderabad, Telangana, she was raised in a Telugu-speaking family and trained in classical dance and theatrical arts from an early age. She completed her schooling in Hyderabad and graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) degree from Villa Marie Degree College for Women. Before stepping into mainstream feature films, she built a notable following through modeling, short films, and digital content. She made her big-screen acting debut in Dushyanth Katikaneni’s critically and commercially successful rural romantic drama *Ambajipeta Marriage Band* (2024), starring opposite Suhas. Her portrayal of Chalasani Lakshmi received widespread acclaim from critics and audiences alike, with high praise for her natural screen presence, emotional sincerity, and authentic rural dialect delivery. The performance instantly established her as one of the most promising and sought-after young leading talents in contemporary Tollywood. Following her breakthrough, Shivani quickly expanded her filmography with diverse character-driven roles, starring in the romantic entertainer *Little Hearts* (2025) and continuing her on-screen partnership with Suhas in the romantic comedy *Hey Bhagwan*. Recognized for her expressive acting, relatable screen charm, and grounding in classical performing arts, she continues to take on prominent lead roles across emerging Telugu cinema projects.