Nimisha Sajayan Actress Biography, Age, Height, Career, Net Worth In 2025
Nimisha Sajayan is an outstanding actress in today’s Indian cinema. What she brings to the table is authenticity in her performance, and she takes on roles that are out of the ordinary, which is a feat in itself. She has transitioned from Malayalam to Tamil and Hindi films, which is a testament to her devotion, hard work, and artistry.
Early Life and Education
Born in 1 in the 4, of January 1997, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, we saw young Nimisha in a middle-class family that was also very much into culture and traditions. She was brought up by a dad, a professional engineer, and a mum at home. Also, to add, she did her schooling at Carmel Convent School, Mumbai, and after that, attended KJ Somaiya College.
From a very young age, Nimisha showed great versatility. She achieved a black belt in Taekwondo while still in school and also represented Maharashtra at the national level. Also in school, she was very much into dance and stage performances, which in turn developed her interest in acting. To improve her craft, she trained at a film school in Kochi.
Entry into the Film Industry
Nimisha had her acting debut in 2017 in the Malayalam film Thondimuthalum Driksakshiyum, which was directed by Dileesh Pothan. In the film, she played the role of Sreeja, a supermarket employee who is caught in emotional and social conflict, which was very much natural. The role got her multiple nominations and awards, which in turn made her debut in recent Malayalam cinema very memorable.
Career Growth and Acclaimed Performances
Following up with great success after her debut, Nimisha gave stellar performances in films like Eeda, Mangalyam Thanthunanena, and Oru Kuprasidha Payyan. In 2018’s Oru Kuprasidha Payyan and 2019’s Chola, she won the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress, which also proved her talent at playing very complex emotional roles.
She went on to star in what are today’s most social and critical films, like The Great Indian Kitchen, Nayattu, Malik, Heaven, and Thuramukham. Also, her body of work is known for its reserve, realistic approach, and great emotional range.
Work in Tamil, Hindi, and Web Series
Expanding her exposure, Nimisha made her entry into the Tamil film industry with Chithha (2023), which was followed by her great performance in Jigarthanda DoubleX and Mission Chapter-1. In 2025, she starred in the Tamil action thriller DNA. She got into the Hindi film industry with Lantrani (2024) and was a part of Netflix’s web series Dabba Cartel (2025). Also in 2024, she did the Malayalam web series Poacher, which gave a better platform to display her versatility in the digital space.
Personal Life and Interests
Standing at 5 feet 4 inches (163 cm), Nimisha keeps to herself very much off the set. She is not married and doesn’t put her personal life in the media spotlight. In terms of her work in film, she does a lot of reading, travels for pleasure, sings in her free time, and is into photography. Also, it is known that she speaks Malayalam, English, Hindi, and Marathi.
Net Worth and Achievements in 2025
By 2025, it is reported that Nimisha Sajayan’s net worth is expected to be around $30 million, which she has accumulated from films, OTT projects, endorsements, and brand deals. Additionally, she has won numerous Filmfare Awards South and SIIMA Awards, in addition to the highly respectable Kerala State Film Award.
Conclusion
Nimisha Sajayan’s story is a reflection of talent, which is a result of discipline and authenticity. In all her strong performances and thoughtful film choices, as her presence grows in the industry, she is in the process of redefining the image of the modern Indian actress: powerful, grounded, and impactful.
