Sai Kamakshi Bhaskarla –

The Healer Who Became a Star

Few actresses in Indian cinema can claim a journey as unique and inspiring as Sai Kamakshi Bhaskarla. A qualified doctor turned actress, Kamakshi embodies both empathy and expression—qualities that have made her one of the most intriguing new faces in Telugu films today.

Born in Eluru, Andhra Pradesh, and trained as a medical doctor with an MBBS degree from China, Kamakshi initially worked at Apollo Hospitals before deciding to pursue her artistic calling. Her transformation from white coats to the silver screen is not just a career shift—it’s a narrative of following one’s true passion despite a well-paved conventional path.

Crowned Femina Miss India Telangana 2018, she caught the nation’s attention with her beauty, intellect, and poise, becoming a finalist in the Miss India pageant. But it was in 2021 that her film career truly began to blossom with her debut in Priyuraalu, followed by a breakout role as Lachimi in the critically acclaimed Maa Oori Polimera.

Her hauntingly powerful portrayal in Maa Oori Polimera 2 earned her the Best Actress Jury Award at the Dadasaheb Phalke Film Festival 2024, placing her in a rare league of performers who command both audience love and critical acclaim.

Beyond the big screen, Kamakshi is a rising force in OTT platforms too, appearing in diverse and intense roles across series like The Baker and the Beauty, Shaitan, Dhootha, and Qubool Hai?—each performance highlighting her growing versatility and screen presence.

Currently, she is working on multiple exciting projects including 12A Railway Colony, Show Time, and Maa Oori Polimera 3, reaffirming her place among the new generation of Telugu cinema’s most promising talents.

What makes Kamakshi stand out is not just her resume—it’s her rare ability to carry strength and softness, intellect and instinct, in perfect harmony. Whether she’s playing a village woman shrouded in mystery or a contemporary urban character, she brings emotional authenticity and cinematic magnetism to every role.

In an era where audiences crave meaningful performances over mere glamour, Sai Kamakshi Bhaskarla is emerging as a name to remember—not just for the roles she plays, but for the path she’s chosen, and the grace with which she walks it.