Maheshwari Chanakyan better known as V.J. Maheswari is an Indian actress and a former television presenter who predominantly appears in Tamil television shows and films.[3] She is best known for playing the role of Kavya in Star Vijay's popular soap opera Puthu Kavithai. She also appeared in the blockbuster film Vikram in 2022.[4][5]
Maheshwari Chanakyan | |
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| Born | |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Other names | V.J. Maheswari, Mahi |
| Alma mater | University of Madras |
| Occupations |
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| Years active | 2010–present |
| Known for | |
| Spouse | Chanakyan (m.2005 - div. 2010)[1] |
| Children | 1[2] |
Early life edit
Maheshwari was born to Sreenivasan and Latha in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. Maheshwari did her schooling at Adarsh Vidyalaya, T. Nagar, and then graduated from the University of Madras in Chennai.
Career edit
In 2010, Maheshwari made her debut in the low-budget film Kuyil. As soon as she made her acting debut she also acted television advertisements shoots and modeling photo shoots. In this period Maheshwari developed interest in anchoring and hosting.[6]
In 2013, she made her television debut as an actress on TV, she appeared in the romantic serial Puthu Kavithai which aired on Star Vijay opposing actor Dinesh. She also appeared in the soap opera Thayumanavan playing the role as Mahalakshmi, the serial also aired on Star Vijay.[7] She later announced that she quit doing serials for some personal reasons and moved on to anchoring.[8]
Maheswari also later anchored and hosted television shows such as Comedy Khiladis and Petta Rap which both aired on Zee Tamil.
In 2021, actor Kamal Haasan approached Maheshwari offering her a role in his film Vikram, she later agreed to the offer and was cast in the film opposite actor Vijay Sethupathi.[9][10]
Personal life edit
In the 2005, Maheshwari married Chanakyan, and the couple had a child. However later in 2010 the couple separated and were divorced.[11] She is also a costume designer.[12]
Filmography edit
Films edit
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Kuyil | Madhu | |
| 2010 | Mandhira Punnagai | Hemavathy | |
| 2016 | Chennai 600028 II | Stella | |
| 2018 | Pyaar Prema Kaadhal | Abhi | |
| 2021 | Writer | Thangaraj's second wife | |
| 2021 | Soulmate | Amudha | Short film |
| 2022 | Don | Contest anchor | |
| 2022 | Vishamakaran | Paravthy | |
| 2022 | Vikram | Koushalya | |
| TBA | Kadhal Conditions Apply |
Television edit
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Asatha Povathu Yaaru? | Guest | |
| 2013 - 2015 | Puthu Kavithai | Kavya | |
| 2013–2014 | Thayumanavan | Mahalakshmi | |
| 2014 | Naduvula Konjam Disturb Pannuvom | Participant | |
| 2015–2017 | Isai Aruvi | Host | |
| 2015–2018 | Athirshtalaskhmi | Host | |
| 2018–present | Comedy Khiladis | Host | |
| 2018–present | Petta Rap | Host | |
| 2021 | Amman | Sulakshana | [13] |
| 2022 - 2023 | Bigg Boss Tamil Season 6 | Contestant | Evicted on Day 35 Guest for 14th and 15th weeks Sandaimarutham Award |
| 2022 | Oo Solriya Oo Oohm Solriya | Participant | |
| 2023 | Bigg Boss Kondattam | Herself |
References edit
- ^ "Tamil Actress Maheshwari Opens Up About Her Second Marriage". www.news18.com. 5 February 2022. Archived from the original on 5 October 2022. Retrieved 5 October 2022.
- ^ "Maheshwari, a single mother, will go through anything for her son!". tamil.indianexpress.com. 26 September 2020. Archived from the original on 5 October 2022. Retrieved 5 October 2022.
- ^ "VJ Maheswari Chanakyan has a suggestion; Take a look". Times Of India. 30 October 2018. Archived from the original on 5 October 2022. Retrieved 5 October 2022.
- ^ "VJ Maheswari joins the cast of Lokesh-Kamal film". Times Of India. 7 September 2021. Archived from the original on 1 October 2021. Retrieved 5 October 2022.
- ^ "VJ Maheswari is the new Ramya Pandian; Check out how". www.zoomtventertainment.com. 18 December 2021. Archived from the original on 5 October 2022. Retrieved 5 October 2022.
- ^ "Fans are crying after Vj Maheshwari's glamor photo as if they won't let go of NNN". tamil.behindtalkies.com. 4 November 2021. Archived from the original on 5 October 2022. Retrieved 5 October 2022.
- ^ "VJ Maheswari: விவாகரத்துக்கு காரணம் இது தான்... மனம் திறந்த வி.ஜே.மகேஸ்வரி". tamil.news18.com. 8 August 2022. Archived from the original on 5 October 2022. Retrieved 5 October 2022.
- ^ "I don't want to do serials anymore: Maheshwari". Times Of India. 4 July 2016. Archived from the original on 5 October 2022. Retrieved 5 October 2022.
- ^ "Hope does not come from above: VJ Maheshwari who was in tears!". tamil.samayam.com. 5 January 2022. Archived from the original on 5 October 2022. Retrieved 5 October 2022.
- ^ "In Kamal Haasan's Vikram, Audiences Impressed By 3 Actresses". 4 June 2022. Archived from the original on 5 October 2022. Retrieved 5 October 2022.
- ^ "'Vikram' movie actress shares the painful details of her divorce - Exclusive video". 7 August 2022. Archived from the original on 27 October 2022. Retrieved 27 October 2022.
- ^ "VJ Maheshwari turns costume designer". Times Of India. 26 October 2017. Archived from the original on 31 October 2022. Retrieved 31 October 2022.
- ^ "VJ-turned-actresses Vaigha and Maheshwari to join Mahasangamam episodes of Amman and Mangalya Sandhosham". Times Of India. 11 May 2021. Archived from the original on 31 October 2022. Retrieved 31 October 2022.