Malavika Wales Biography

Malavika Wales, born on June 5, 1992, is a versatile actress, dancer, and model known for her work across multiple South Indian film industries. She made her debut in Malayalam cinema with “Malarvaadi Arts Club” in 2010, portraying the character Geethu.

Malavika Wales Height, Age, Family, Biography, Career, & More

Her entry into Kannada films came with “Nandeesha” in 2012, where she played the role of Kavya. In Tamil cinema, she starred as Meenakshi in “Enna Satham Indha Neram” in 2014. Malavika also ventured into television as a celebrity presenter in the Malayalam show “Taste of Kerala” in 2011. Her career highlights her versatility and commitment to entertainment across different mediums and languages.

Early Life

Malavika Wales’ early life was marked by a passion for classical dancing, which she began at the age of 6 and formally debuted at 9 with her Arangettam. Encouraged by her father, who envisioned her future in the arts based on an astrologer’s prediction, she pursued training in Bharatanatyam, Mohiniyattom, and Kuchipudi under renowned teachers.

Her journey into acting started unexpectedly when director Vineeth Sreenivasan noticed her from the Miss Kerala 2009 competition photos and cast her in “Malarvaadi Arts Club,” although she had previously appeared in Lenin Rajendran’s “Makaramanju.” Her career path shifted after the tragic loss of her father during the filming of other projects, but she returned to acting at the persuasion of a producer, demonstrating her resilience and dedication to her craft.

Education

Malavika Wales attended Harisri Vidyanidhi School in Thrissur for her schooling. She pursued her higher education at Anupam Kher’s Actor Prepares in Mumbai, earning a diploma in Acting, Dance, and Martial Arts. Additionally, she completed a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in English Language and Literature from Indira Gandhi National Open University.

Age

Malavika Wales was born on June 5, 1992, in Thrissur, Kerala. As of 2024, she is 32 years old. She belongs to the Gemini zodiac sign and holds Indian nationality.

Physical Stats

Malavika Wales stands approximately 5′ 6″ (167 cm) tall, with dark brown eyes and black hair.

Husband

She is currently unmarried.

Family

Malavika Wales’ father, P. G. Wales, is a Chartered Accountant, and her mother, Sudhina Wales, is a Fashion Designer. She has a brother named Mithun Wales, who is also a Chartered Accountant.

Malavika Wales Father O. F. Wales

Malavika Wales Mother Sudhina Wales

Malavika Wales with her Brother Mithun Wales

Career

Malavika Wales’ career spans across various facets of the entertainment industry. She began with classical dancing and made her mark in films with roles in “Makaramanju” and her breakthrough in “Malarvaadi Arts Club,” directed by Vineeth Sreenivasan. Her talents extend to Tamil cinema with “Enna Satham Indha Neram,” where she portrayed a teacher. Despite personal challenges, including the sudden loss of her father, she returned to acting, showcasing her versatility and commitment. Malavika continues to explore roles that resonate with her, prioritizing meaningful storytelling over the prominence of the role itself.

Filmography List

Television List

Award

• 2016 – Manappuram – Minnale TV Awards Best Television Actor (Female) 2016 (for Ponnambili)

Net Worth

Malavika Wales’ net worth is not publicly disclosed.

Some Lesser Known Facts About Malavika Wales

• Malavika started her journey in the world of classical dancing at the age of 6 years old and then went on to make her Arangettam, also known as debut, at the age of 9.
• It was Malavika’s father’s dream that she become an actress. An astrologer predicted and told her father that she would have a great future in the field of arts.
• Malavika has been trained in Bharatanatyam, Mohiniyattom, and Kuchipudi. She has trained under renowned teachers like Kalamandalam Kshemavathy and Kalamandalam Prasanna Unni.
• Even though “Malarvaadi Arts Club” was her first release, she had previously appeared in Lenin Rajendran’s “Makaramanju.”
• Director Vineeth Sreenivasan saw her pictures from the Miss Kerala 2009 competition and decided to offer her the role in his movie Malarvaadi Arts Club.
• At the young age of 17, Malavika took part in the Miss Kerala 2009 competition, making her the youngest participant that year. However, she did not win the competition and only made it to the third round, where she was given the title of ‘Miss Beautiful Eyes.’
• It was her father who encouraged her to participate in the Miss Kerala competition. Initially hesitant, after a week of grooming by her father, she gained the confidence to enter the competition.
• In her Tamil debut film “Enna Satham Indha Neram,” she portrayed a teacher of deaf-mute students.
• While Malavika was shooting for films like ‘Inanna Kalyanam’ and ‘Nandisha’, her father passed away due to a heart attack in front of her eyes in 2012.
• After her father’s unexpected death, she experienced depression, prompting her to take a break from acting. However, Sajin Raghavan, the producer of Ponnambili, persuaded her to return to acting after a short hiatus.
• After doing Malarvaadi Arts Club, Malavika’s father wanted her to pursue acting as a serious career, and they decided that she should enroll in a good acting school. Hence, she enrolled herself in Anupankher’s Actors Training Academy.
• There were rumors that Malavika and her co-star Rahul Ravi were dating, but she clarified that they are just friends, and she is not ready for marriage right now.
• Malavika likes to choose movies based on the stories and characters she can relate to. It does not matter to her if the role is a prominent one or a small one.

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