Trisha Krishnan, popularly known as Trisha, is an Indian actress and model who primarily works in Tamil and Telugu cinema.
She rose to fame after winning the Miss Chennai 1999 beauty pageant before becoming one of the most successful actresses in South Indian cinema.
With a career spanning more than two decades, Trisha has earned numerous accolades, including multiple Filmfare Awards South, and is widely regarded as one of the leading actresses of her generation.
Essential Data
- Full Name: Trisha Krishnan
- Stage Name: Trisha
- Born: May 4, 1983
- Age: 43 years old
- Birthplace: Chennai (formerly Madras), Tamil Nadu, India
- Occupation: Actress, Model
- Nationality: Indian
- Height: 5 feet 7 inches (170 cm)
- Ethnicity: Tamil Palakkad Iyer
- Religion: Hinduism
- Parents: Krishnan, Uma Krishnan
- Siblings: None
- Spouse: None
- Children: None
- Relationship: Single
- Net Worth: $10 million USD
Early Life and Education
Trisha Krishnan was born on May 4, 1983, in Chennai (formerly Madras), Tamil Nadu, India, to Krishnan and Uma Krishnan. She belongs to the Tamil Palakkad Iyer ethnic community.
She attended Sacred Heart Matriculation School (Church Park) in Chennai before pursuing a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) at Ethiraj College for Women, Chennai.
During her college years, she ventured into modelling and won the Miss Chennai 1999 title, which paved the way for her acting career.
Career
Trisha Krishnan began her entertainment career as a model before making a brief appearance in the Tamil film Jodi (1999).
Her breakthrough came with Mounam Pesiyadhe (2002), after which she established herself as one of the leading actresses in South Indian cinema through successful films such as Saamy, Ghilli, Varsham, Aadavari Matalaku Ardhalu Verule, Abhiyum Naanum, Vinnaithaandi Varuvaayaa, ’96, Ponniyin Selvan: I, Ponniyin Selvan: II, and Leo.
Throughout her career, she has worked with many of the biggest stars in the Tamil and Telugu film industries while earning critical acclaim for both commercial and performance-oriented roles.
Trisha Krishnan starred in Thug Life (2025), directed by Mani Ratnam, and also appeared in the latest Tamil action film Karuppu, continuing her successful run as one of South India’s most sought-after actresses.
Awards and Nominations
- Kalaimamani Award (2006)
- Five Filmfare Awards South
- Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Actress
- Nandi Award for Best Actress
- SIIMA Awards – Multiple Wins
- CineMAA Awards – Multiple Wins
Social Media
- Instagram: @trishakrishnan
- Facebook: Trisha Krishnan
- X(formerly twitter): @trishtrashers
Personal Life
Trisha Krishnan, 43, is single. She was previously engaged to businessman Varun Manian in 2015, but the engagement was later called off.
She has no children and stands 5 feet 7 inches (170 cm) tall. Trisha enjoys reading, swimming, travelling, listening to music, and animal welfare, and she has actively supported several charitable and social awareness initiatives.
Net Worth
Trisha Krishnan has an estimated net worth of $10 million USD. Her income is primarily derived from acting in Tamil and Telugu films, brand endorsements, television appearances, modelling, and public events. Her long-standing success in South Indian cinema and collaborations with leading production houses have made her one of the highest-paid actresses in the industry.
Filmography
- Jodi
- Mounam Pesiyadhe
- Saamy
- Varsham
- Aadavari Matalaku Ardhalu Verule
- Vinnaithaandi Varuvaayaa
- ’96
- Ponniyin Selvan: I
- Ponniyin Selvan: II
- Leo
- Vidaamuyarchi
- Thug Life
- Karuppu