20 glorious years of Sandalwood Queen  Ramya / Divya Spandana

Team OTTplay

Apr 25, 2023

All Hail the Queen

Sandalwood's most beloved Ramya completes twenty great years in the industry on April 25, 2023

Where it All Began

It was on this very day in 2003 that Ramya made her acting debut with the film Abhi

With the Powerstar by her side

Abhi also starred the very young Powerstar Puneeth Rajkumar. The two would go on to become Sandalwood's most loved on-screen couples

Born Divya Spandana

She would begin her show biz career with modeling before acting came calling. It was producer Parvathamma Rajkumar who gave her the screen name 'Ramya'

A Generational Superstar

Ramya ruled the hearts of millions for over a decade. She is still regarded as the most adored star of her generation

Box Office Queen

Some of her biggest hits include Excuse Me, Amrithadhare, Jothe Jotheyali, Polladhavan, Vaaranam Aayiram and Sanju Weds Geetha

The Political Foray

Having joined the Indian National Congress in 2012, she became an MP in 2013. A few years later, she was made the national head of INC's digital head

A Long Sabbatical

Ramya's last starring role came in 2016 in the fanstasy film Nagarahavu

True Darling of the Fans

Her most ardent fans, however, continue to hold her very, very dear to their hearts. She is set to make her comeback with the gangster film Uttarakaanda

The Queen of Hearts

Well, here's hoping for another 20  (and more) glorious years of the Queen!