Kayadu Lohar, hailing from Tezpur, Assam, has quickly become a prominent name in the South Indian film industry. Born on April 11, 2000, Kayadu embarked on her journey to stardom with a background in commerce and a penchant for beauty pageants. Her big break came when she won The Times of India's Everyuth Fresh Face Season 12, which led to modeling assignments and eventually to her debut on the silver screen.
Kayadu made her acting debut in 2021 with the Kannada film "Mugilpete" and soon ventured into the Malayalam film industry with "Pathonpatham Noottandu" in 2022. She further expanded her repertoire by starring in the Telugu film "Alluri" and the Marathi movie "I Prem U." However, it was her role in the Tamil sleeper hit "Dragon" that truly put her on the map. Directed by Ashwath Marimuthu, "Dragon" became one of the surprise box office hits of 2025, grossing over Rs 54 crore.
In addition to her acting talent, Kayadu's unique approach to public relations has garnered significant attention. During the promotions of "Dragon," she revealed that she creates her own memes as part of her PR strategy, showcasing her creativity and ability to connect with her audience. Her humorous take on self-promotion—"If no one hypes you up, you should do it yourself!"—only added to her appeal.
Looking ahead, Kayadu Lohar is set to star in "Idhayam Murali," a Tamil coming-of-age romantic drama alongside Atharvaa, and "Funky," a Telugu family entertainer directed by Anudeep KV. With her captivating screen presence, engaging personality, and an impressive lineup of projects, Kayadu Lohar is undoubtedly a rising star in South Indian cinema. Whether she's lighting up the screen or creating her own memes, her journey to stardom is just beginning.