Nimisha Sajayan, 25, shot to fame with her choice of roles in South Indian cinema. Her 2021 film, The Great Indian Kitchen, created a buzz online for its realistic portrayal of gender dynamics in Indian homes. She was recently ranked in Forbes 30 Under 30.
Keeping it real with every role
Published by: Team GI Youth
Published on 15, Feb 2022
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