​From Khushboo to Ramya Krishnan: Tamil actresses who successfully transitioned from silver screen to television​

In the dynamic world of showbiz, some actors make their mark on the big screen, while others find success on the small screen. Here’s a list of notable Tamil actresses who gracefully transitioned from films to television, making a significant impact in the process.

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​​Khushboo Sundar C ​


Khushboo, once a highly successful actress in mainstream cinema, redirected her focus to television. With a captivating presence, she energizes TV channels with appearances in talk shows, serials, and game shows, showcasing her versatility on the small screen.
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​​Mounika ​

Mounika, also known as Vijaya Rekha, began her career in the film ‘Un Kannil Neer Vazhindal’ (1985) alongside Rajinikanth. Despite receiving fewer film opportunities, Mounika made a successful shift to television, debuting in the serial ‘Anandham Vilaiyadum Veedu.’ She later appeared in popular serials like ‘Agni Natchathiram,’ ‘Ayutha Ezhuthu,’ and ‘Aaha Kalyanam.’

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​​Radhika Sarathkumar​

Award-winning actress Radhika Sarathkumar, with a prolific film career in Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, and Kannada, made a significant impact on the small screen. Founding Radaan media works, she produced successful serials like ‘Chitti’ and ‘Annamalai,’ cementing her place in the hearts of Tamil audiences. Subsequent serials like ‘Selvi,’ ‘Arasi,’ and ‘Chellame’ further showcased her talent. Currently, she is engrossed in her title role in the serial ‘Vani Rani.’

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​​Devayani​

After achieving success on the silver screen, Devayani made a successful foray into television. Her notable performance in the serial ‘Kolangal’ resonated with the audience, and she continued to act in several other serials. Currently, she is involved in the project ‘Kolangal 2.’

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​​Archana​

Archana, known for her roles in critically acclaimed films like ‘Thunive Thozhan’ and ‘Kadhal Oviyam,’ transitioned to television with her debut in the serial ‘Meenakshi Ponnunga.’ Her move to the small screen marked a new chapter in her career, alongside notable appearances in films.

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​​Ramya Krishnan​

Renowned for her bold and beautiful performances, Ramya Krishnan, famous for ‘Padayappa’ alongside Rajinikanth, successfully ventured into serials. Her roles in serials like ‘Thangam,’ ‘Rajakumari,’ and ‘Vamsam’ showcased her versatility and garnered acclaim.

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