Aishwarya Rajesh (born on 10 January 1990) is an Indian actress and entrepreneur who works mainly in Tamil films.
Simultaneously, she works on Telugu, Malayalam, and a few Hindi projects.
She was born in Madras (now Chennai), Tamil Nadu, India. She is 36 years old.
Over the years, Aishwarya has received multiple awards for her acting, including Filmfare Awards South and the Kalaimamani award (2020).
Quick Facts of Aishwarya Rajesh
| Full Name | Aishwarya Rajesh |
| Profession | Actress and Entrepreneur |
| Age | 36 years old |
| Date of Birth | 10 January 1990 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Zodiac/Sun Sign | Capricorn |
| Birthplace | Chennai (then Madras), Tamil Nadu, India |
| Current Address | Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India |
Aishwarya Rajesh Early Life and Education
Aishwariya was born into a lower-middle-class Telugu-speaking family.
Her childhood was marked by tragedy and hardship, including the early loss of her father and two older brothers, which forced her to become independent at a young age.
Education
Aishwarya studied in more than one school during her student years.
She did her schooling at Shrine Vailankanni, Sree Vidyanikethan International School (Tirupati), and Holy Angels Anglo Indian Higher Secondary School (Chennai).
Later, Rajesh studied at Ethiraj College for Women, Chennai, and completed a B.Com degree.
| School | Shrine Vailankanni, Chennai; Sree Vidyanikethan International School, Tirupati; Holy Angels Anglo Indian Higher Secondary School, Chennai |
| Alma Mater | Ethiraj College for Women, Chennai |
| Highest Qualification | B.Com |
Aishwarya Rajesh Personal Life
Aishwarya Rajesh has kept details about her dating life private.
However, it is known that she was in a relationship during her 11th and 12th grades.
It is known that she was dating Atharvaa in 2019.
In 2020, she was rumoured to be dating co-actor Vijay Sethupathi.
It is known that she is afraid of falling in love and having a relationship.
Family
Aishwarya’s father, Rajesh, was a Telugu film actor. He died when she was still young.
Her mother, Nagamani, is an actress and a dancer.
Her grandfather, Amarnath, was also a Telugu film actor.
While her aunt, Sri Lakshmi, is a Telugu comedian with over 500 films to her credit
She is the youngest of four siblings. Two elder brothers died during her teenage years.
Her brother Manikandan Rajesh is also an Indian actor and model who works in the Tamil television and film industry.
| Relationship Status | Single |
| Rumored Boyfriends | Atharvaa, Vijay Sethupathi |
| Parents | Father: Rajesh Mother: Nagamani |
| Siblings | Brother: Manikandan Rajesh |
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Aishwarya Rajesh Career
Aishwarya Rajesh acted as a child artist in the Telugu film Rambantu (1996).
She later worked on television as a presenter and an anchor on the comedy show Asatha Povathu Yaaru?
Her first film as a lead actor was Avargalum Ivargalum (2011).
Aishwarya became more widely known after Attakathi (2012), where she acted with Dinesh.
A key step in her career was Kaaka Muttai (2015). The film starred J. Vignesh and V. Ramesh.
In 2018, she acted in Vada Chennai with Dhanush and Andrea Jeremiah.
The same year, she played the lead role in the sports drama Kanaa, acting with Sathyaraj and Darshan, with Sivakarthikeyan in an extended cameo.
In 2019, Aishwarya Rajesh starred in two prominent films. She played the female lead in the Tamil medical thriller Mei, starring alongside newcomer Nicky Sundaram and actor Kishore.
She also made her Telugu debut in the sports drama Mismatch, starring alongside actor Uday Shankar.
In 2020, she starred alongside Vijay Deverakonda, Raashii Khanna, and Catherine Tresa in the Telugu film World Famous Lover.
In the same year, she played the lead role alongside Vijay Sethupathi in the Tamil superhit film Ka Pae Ranasingam.
In Vaanam Kottattum (2020 Tamil film), Rajesh appeared alongside R. Sarathkumar and Madonna Sebastian.
In 2021, Aishwarya Rajesh starred in several films across Tamil and Telugu cinema. In Tuck Jagadish, she co-starred with Nani. She also appeared alongside Pavel Navageethan in Thittam Irandu.
In 2022, she starred in the Tamil thriller film Driver Jamuna, where she played the lead role of a cab driver with co-star Aadukalam Naren.
In 2023, Rajesh appeared in The Great Indian Kitchen alongside Rahul Ravindran. Then, in Farhana, she starred alongside Selvaraghavan.
In the same year, she appeared in Theera Kaadhal alongside Jai. She also debuted in the Malayalam industry through Pulimada alongside Joju George.
She starred alongside G.V. Prakash Kumar in DeAr, a romantic drama released in April 2024, which focused on a husband and wife, with the plot centred around a snoring issue.
In the same year, Rajesh appeared in Her-a women-centric ensemble film alongside Urvashi.
In Sankranthiki Vasthunam (2025), she co-starred alongside Venkatesh.
She is paired with Thiruveer in Oh Sukumari, which is in the post-production stage.
Her upcoming film Uttarakaanda is going to be in theatres on May 29, 2026.
Then, her next film, Karuppar Nagaram, will be released in July 2026.
In Pakashala Pantham – a family drama, Rajesh will be co-starring with Ramya Krishnan.
Aishwarya Rajesh Awards and Achievements
Aishwarya Rajesh has received several film awards and honours for her work in South Indian cinema.
- She won the Tamil Nadu State Film Award (Best Actress) for Kaaka Muttai.
- Aishwariya also won Tamil Nadu State Film Awards (Best Actress, Special Prize) for her performances in Kanaa and Vada Chennai.
- She received a Tamil Nadu state honour for Kalaimamani (2020)
- Aishwarya has also had multiple Filmfare Awards South and SIIMA recognitions.
Aishwarya Rajesh Controversies
Aishwarya Rajesh has faced a few public debates linked to films and social media posts.
- Farhana film debate (May 2023): After the trailer and release of Farhana, some groups criticised the film and claimed it portrayed the Muslim community in a negative way.
- Peace message backlash (May 2025): In May 2025, she faced online criticism after sharing a “Say no to war” message during India-Pakistan tensions.
- Kanaa’s success meets comment and apology (2018): She apologised after a comment at the Kanaa success meet upset some people in the industry.
Aishwarya Rajesh Net Worth
Kalyani Priyadarshan’s net worth is approximately $5 million. Her salary ranges from ₹2 crore-₹3 crore.
| Net Worth in Dollars (Approx.) | $5 million |
| Salary (Approx.) | ₹2 crore-₹3 crore per movie |
Aishwarya Rajesh Height, Weight, and Physical States
The following are Aishwarya’s physical appearances:
| Height | In centimetres: 160 cm In meters: 1.60 m In feet & inches: 5 feet 6 inches |
| Weight | In kg: 55 kg In lbs: 125.5 lbs |
| Body Measurements | 33-25-34 |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Eye Color | Black |
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Interesting Facts about Aishwarya Rajesh
- She won Maanada Mayilada (Season 3), a dance reality show.
- Aishwarya Rajesh is the founder of ARCKZ Silver.
- Rajesh came in as an investor (minority stake) in Taaze.
- She played Nandini in the web series Suzhal: The Vortex (Season 1 and Season 2.
FAQs
Who is Aishwarya Rajesh?
Aishwarya Rajesh is an Indian actress who works mainly in Tamil cinema. She has also acted in Telugu and Malayalam films.
How old is Aishwarya Rajesh?
Aishwarya Rajesh was born on 10 January 1990 in Madras (now Chennai), Tamil Nadu. She is 36 years old.
What did Aishwarya Rajesh study?
Aishwarya studied at Ethiraj College for Women, Chennai, and completed a B.Com degree.
Which reality show did Aishwarya Rajesh win?
Aishwarya Rajesh won Maanada Mayilada (Season 3).
What is Aishwarya Rajesh known for?
Aishwarya Rajesh is known for films such as Attakathi, Kaaka Muttai, Vada Chennai, and Kanaa.
What are Aishwarya Rajesh’s confirmed upcoming projects?
Aishwarya is cast in Oh Sukumari! with Thiruveer (dubbing has begun) as an upcoming film.
