Priyanka Jawalkar (born 12 November 1992) is an Indian actress and model who primarily works in Telugu films. She made her acting debut with Kala Varam Aaye (2017). She then appeared in Taxiwala (2018) and Thimmarusu (2021). Jawalkar received Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress – Telugu nomination for her performance in Gamanam (2021).

Priyanka Jawalkar
Jawalkar in 2019
Born (1992-11-12) 12 November 1992 (age 32)
Alma materNational Institute of Fashion Technology, Hyderabad
Occupations
  • Actress
  • model
Years active2017—present

Early life and education

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Priyanka Jawalkar was born on 12 November 1992[1][2] in a Marathi-speaking family in Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh, India.[3] Jawalkar, a computer science graduate, has completed a Diploma in Fashion designing from National Institute of Fashion Technology, Hyderabad. She later moved to the US for an 8-month course in statistics and worked in an MNC company for 6 months.[4]

Career

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Jawalkar was approached for films after she had uploaded a few of her photos on social media. She made her acting debut in 2017 Telugu-language film Kala Varam Aaye, opposite Sanjeev SKJ. She then appeared opposite Vijay Devarakonda in the 2018 film Taxiwala. It became a box office success.[5][6] The Indian Express noted, "Priyanka Jawalkar’s role was to look pretty on screen and she has done it very naturally."[7]

Post a two-year hiatus, Jawalkar had three releases in 2021. She first appeared in Thimmarusu, a remake of the Kannada film Birbal Trilogy Case 1: Finding Vajramuni, opposite Satyadev Kancharana .[8][9] Deccan Chronicle said, "Priyanka Jawalkar gives a decent performance, but her role is weakly penned."[10] She next portrayed a college student in SR Kalyanamandapam opposite Kiran Abbavaram.[11][12] Times of India mentioned, "Priyanka Jawalkar is good enough in her role, giving her best with what she’s offered."[13] Jawalkar portrayed a Muslim girl, Zara in Gamanam, her final release of the year.[14][15] The New Indian Express noted, "Priyanka Jawalkar is aptly cast in her roles and delivers an earnest performances."[16]

Jawalkar will next appear alongside Nandamuri Balakrishna in NBK 108.[17]

Filmography

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Films

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Key
Denotes films that have not yet been released
Year Title Role Notes Ref.
2017 Kala Varam Aaye Un­known [18]
2018 Taxiwala Anusha "Anu" [19]
2021 Thimmarusu Anu [20]
SR Kalyanamandapam Sindhu [21]
Gamanam Zara [22]
2024 Tillu Square Herself Cameo appearance

Awards and nominations

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Year Award Category Film Result Ref.
2021 67th Filmfare Awards South Best Supporting Actress – Telugu Gamanam Nominated [23]

References

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  1. ^ "Epitome of grace and elegance in embroidered lehenga and backless choli". The Times of India. 12 November 2020.
  2. ^ "Script is always my first preference, says actress Priyanka Jawalkar". The Times of India. 10 August 2021.
  3. ^ Chowdhary, Y. Sunita (1 March 2018). "Priyanka Jawalkar on 'Taxiwala'". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 26 December 2018.
  4. ^ Pasupuleti, AuthorPriyanka. "Priyanka Jawalkar shares about being a celebrity". Telangana Today. Retrieved 21 June 2020.
  5. ^ "It's not easy for non-Telugu actors to survive in Tollywood: Taxiwaala star Priyanka Jawalkar". The Indian Express. 15 November 2018. Retrieved 26 December 2018.
  6. ^ MK, Surendhar (20 November 2018). "Vijay Devarakonda's Taxiwaala declared hit with Rs 17 cr collections over two days; Amar Akbar Anthony crashes". Firstpost. Retrieved 28 December 2018.
  7. ^ "Taxiwaala movie review: Vijay Deverakonda and Priyanka Jawalkar's horror comedy is watchable". Indian Express. Retrieved 20 November 2018.
  8. ^ "Birbal Trilogy Telugu remake titled Thimmarasu". Cinema Express. Retrieved 23 December 2020.
  9. ^ "Satyadev and Priyanka Jawalkar's BTS picture from the sets of 'Thimmarusu' is unmissable - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 23 December 2020.
  10. ^ "Thimmarusu movie review: A decent crime thriller with unique backdrop and screenplay". Deccan Chronicle. 30 July 2021. Retrieved 31 July 2021.
  11. ^ "SR Kalyana Mandapam Est. 1975: BTS pics from the set will get you excited for the film - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 24 December 2020.
  12. ^ "'SR Kalyanamandapam' trailer out; film to be released on August 6". The Times of India. 28 July 2021.
  13. ^ "SR Kalyana Mandapam Movie Review: An antiquated tale stuck in time". Times of India. Retrieved 6 August 2021.
  14. ^ "Gamanam trailer release: Pawan Kalyan launched Telugu trailer of the Pan India Film". Deccan Chronicle. 11 November 2020. Retrieved 12 November 2020.
  15. ^ "Shiva Kandukuri and Priyanka Jawalkar's first-look from Gamanam released – Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 12 November 2020.
  16. ^ "Gamanam movie review: Heartwarming take on everyday life". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 11 December 2021.
  17. ^ "Priyanka Jawalkar has been confirmed as the heroine in Balakrishna's next NBK 108". Pinkvilla Telugu. Retrieved 6 December 2022.
  18. ^ Kala Varam Aaye Movie: Showtimes, Review, Trailer, Posters, News & Videos | eTimes, retrieved 21 June 2020
  19. ^ Taxiwala Review {3/5}: Taxiwaala entertains in parts but is let down by an unconvincing climax, retrieved 21 June 2020
  20. ^ Dundoo, Sangeetha Devi (30 July 2021). "'Thimmarusu' movie review: Satya Dev sparkles in this legal thriller" – via www.thehindu.com.
  21. ^ "SR Kalyana Mandapam Movie Review: An antiquated tale stuck in time" – via timesofindia.indiatimes.com.
  22. ^ Adivi, Sashidhar (23 March 2020). "Discovering her calling in acting". Deccan Chronicle. Retrieved 21 June 2020.
  23. ^ "Nominations for the 67th Parle Filmfare Awards South 2022 with Kamar Film Factory". filmfare.com. Retrieved 10 October 2022.
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