Overview

• Real Name: Sasi Laya
• Nickname: Laya
• Height: 5.6 ft
• Date of Birth: October 21, 1981
• Age (2019): 42
• Birth Place: Chennai
• Zodiac Sign: Libra
• Education: Unknown
• School/College: Unknown
• Address: Chennai, India
• Marital Status: Married

Family

• Husband: Dr. Sri Ganesh Gorty
• Father: Dharmaraj
• Mother: Ruby
• Sister: Diya Dharmaraj

Biography

Sasi Laya, often known simply as Laya, is a renowned Indian actress and accomplished Kuchipudi dancer. Born on October 21, 1981, in Chennai to parents Dharmaraj and Ruby, she grew up alongside her sister Diya Dharmaraj, a motivational speaker. Laya's journey in the entertainment industry is marked by her versatility and dedication.

Laya made her acting debut as a child in the Telugu film "Bhadram Koduko" in 1992. She transitioned to lead roles with her debut in "Swayamvaram" (1999), earning critical acclaim for her performances in films like "Manoharam" (2000) and "Preminchu" (2001). Her remarkable talent garnered her two consecutive Nandi Awards for Best Actress.

Apart from Telugu cinema, Laya has made significant contributions to Malayalam, Kannada, and Tamil films. Notable works include "Veera Kannadiga" (2004) in Kannada, "Alice in Wonderland" (2005) in Malayalam, and "Chanakya" (2005) in Tamil.

In 2006, Laya married Dr. Sri Ganesh Gorty and moved to Los Angeles, California. The couple has a daughter and a son. Despite her relocation, Laya remains a beloved figure in the Indian film industry.

Filmography

• Bakasuran (2023)
• White Rose (2024)
• Meenakshi Ponnunga (2022)

Notable Films and Achievements

1. Bhadram Koduko (1992): Debut as a child actor.
2. Swayamvaram (1999): Debut as a lead actress.
3. Manoharam (2000): Nandi Award-winning performance.
4. Preminchu (2001): Another Nandi Award-winning role.
5. Veera Kannadiga (2004): Kannada film.
6. Alice in Wonderland (2005): Malayalam film.
7. Chanakya (2005): Tamil film.
8. Brahmalokam to Yamalokam Via Bhulokam (2010): Played Goddess Aadi Parashakti.

Facts

1. Laya was a state-level chess player during her school days.
2. She participated in over 50 stage shows as a classical dancer.
3. Holds a bachelor’s degree in Computer Applications.
4. Active on Instagram with 744K followers (@sasilaya__official).
5. Set to appear in the film "Sasi Laya" directed by Mohan G4.

Laya’s career, spanning from child actor to celebrated lead actress, showcases her immense talent and enduring influence in Indian cinema.