Maanasa Choudhary: Grace, Glamour, and Growing Stardom

Cherukuri Maanasa Choudhary, born on August 2, 2000, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu (with roots in Andhra Pradesh), is a rising Indian actress and model known for her work in Telugu and Tamil cinema. Hailing from a Telugu background, she pursued academics with a BA in English and an MA in English Literature, while excelling in skating, swimming, dance, and youth activities like NCC and NSS from a young age. Her striking looks and versatility quickly transitioned her from modeling to acting.

She began with a Tamil TV series Emoji (2022) and music videos like Lapadva (2022). Her film debut came with the Telugu romantic drama Bubblegum (2023), directed by Ravikanth Perepu, where she played the lead Jhanvi opposite Roshan Kanakala, earning praise for her fresh charm. She followed with a special appearance as Dancer Mona in the blockbuster Lucky Baskhar (2024), starring Dulquer Salmaan. She ventured into Tamil cinema with roles in projects like DNA (2025) and the thriller Aaryan (released October/November 2025), alongside Vishnu Vishal.

The captivating photo showcases Maanasa in a vibrant red lehenga choli, leaning gracefully against a wall. Her off-shoulder blouse features intricate golden embroidery and mirror work, paired with a flowing red skirt adorned with traditional motifs. Long wavy hair, bold eye makeup, a warm smile, and playful pose highlight her radiant confidence and ethnic elegance.

Looking ahead, upcoming projects include Mustafa Mustafa, Love Jathara (a romantic film teased for 2026), and more ventures blending Telugu and Tamil industries.

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