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We list 7 of the most impressive female performers in Telugu cinema in 2023.
Top 5 heroines in 2023
Last Updated: 08.34 PM, Dec 30, 2023
The year 2023 has seen some breakthrough performances when it comes to Telugu cinema. Some popular faces made their entry into the movie world and made heads turn with their performances. Here are the five most impressive female performers in Telugu cinema in the year 2023.
Samyuktha Menon - Virupaksha
Samyuktha Menon is one of the upcoming stars in Telugu cinema. The stunning actress had a great year as her mystery thriller, Virupaksha, was a smash hit at the box office. Samyuktha played the role of Nandini, who is possessed by evil and her performance in the film impressed critics and the audience alike. The climax scene, in particular, showcases the acting prowess of Samyuktha. Samyuktha also had yet another release, Devil, featuring Kalyan Ram. The period drama showcases Samyuktha in yet another power-packed role.
Keerthy Suresh - Dasara
When the makers of Dasara announced that Keerthy Suresh was playing the female lead in the film, there was a lot of hue and cry about her playing a girl from Telangana. But she stunned everyone with her performance and mass get-up. As Vennela, Keerthy gave an outstanding performance in the film and ranks in the top five of our best female performers for the year 2023.
Vaishnavi Chaitanya - Baby
If there is one performance that was the face of 2023, it has to be Vaishnavi Chaitanya. The small-time YouTube actress made her debut with the film Baby, which was directed by Sai Rajesh. Her bold performance shocked the audience and she became a sensation among the youth. How Vaishnavi plays the role of a girl who dates two guys at one time and falls deep into problems won the hearts of many. Within no time, Vaishnavi has already signed half a dozen Telugu films.
Payal Rajput - Mangalavaaram
Payal Rajput needed a hit to save her career. So she teamed up with Ajay Bhupathi, who launched her in RX100. The duo teamed up for a suspense thriller titled Mangalavaaram. Payal played the role of a nymphomaniac. Payal's bold role and the way she showcased tense emotions, playing the character with ease, shocked everyone. Mangalavaaram was a hit thanks to Payal's bold show.
Mrunal Thakur - Hi Nanna
Last but not least, the year ended with the success of Nani's Hi Nanna. Mrunal Thakur, the Sita Ramam girl, played the female lead, and her performance as Yashna won the hearts of many. Mrunal looked drop-dead gorgeous in the songs and played a mother who forgets her past. Mrunal's moving performances in this family drama proved once again that she is one of the finest actors of our time and is a superstar in the making.
