Jyoti Poorvaj stuns in golden glamour
Jyoti Poorvaj, also known as Jyothi Rai or Jyothi Poorvaj, is a versatile Indian actress born in 1984 (or February 23, 1985, per some sources) in Madikeri, Karnataka.
By: Tupaki Desk | 17 Feb 2026 12:07 PM ISTJyoti Poorvaj, also known as Jyothi Rai or Jyothi Poorvaj, is a versatile Indian actress born in 1984 (or February 23, 1985, per some sources) in Madikeri, Karnataka. Hailing from a background in television, she gained popularity through Kannada and Telugu serials, including notable roles in shows like Jogula (as Devaki), Guppedantha Manasu, and others, where her emotional depth and screen presence boosted TRPs.
Her movie debut came in 2017 with the Tulu drama Madipu, directed by Chethan Mundadi, marking her transition from TV to cinema. She built a solid presence in Kannada films with roles in Supplier Shankara, Dia (2020), Gandhada Gudi, Sitarama Kalyana, 99, Jersey Number 10 (2023), and others. She has also appeared in Telugu projects and is recognized for her strong performances across South Indian cinema.
A glamorous and confident star, Jyoti commands attention on social media with elegant photoshoots. Her recent stunning image in a shimmering gold slip dress highlights her timeless allure, sophisticated makeup, and poised elegance, radiating golden-hour glamour.
As of February 2026, her ongoing and upcoming projects include the sci-fi thriller Killer (also titled KillR or Killer: Dream Girl), directed by Poorvaaj (her collaborator/husband in some contexts), where she plays a central role in this female-led action-sci-fi narrative—currently in post-production with buzz for a potential release. She is also linked to Halka Don, A Masterpiece (a superhero PAN-Indian film), and other ventures, signaling her rising trajectory in innovative cinema.
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