Priyamani: Down memory lane!

Priyamani was just 18�when she acted in a Malayalam film directed by Fazil. Soon, she got a call from director Bharathiraja for his Kangalal Kaidhu Sei. Priyamani still cannot forget the day when she watched the film's premiere along with her family. She says her brother is her pillar of support�more than all other family members; he encourages her to explore diverse roles on the big screen. Today she is a well-known actress and celebrity. Professionally, she�has got wide recognition�for her role in Paruthiveeran directed by Ameer. Soon, Priyamani will be seen in Mani Ratnam's Raavan too. Over the last five years, this talented actress�has acted in 17 films in all four South Indian languages.