Sayyeshaa Explained
Sayyeshaa |
Birth Name: | Sayyeshaa Saigal |
Birth Date: | 12 August 1997[1] |
Birth Place: | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
Children: | 1 |
Father: | Sumeet Saigal |
Mother: | Shaheen Banu |
Relatives: | |
Occupation: | Actress |
Years Active: | 2015–present |
Sayyeshaa Saigal (born 12 August 1997), known mononymously as Sayyeshaa, is an Indian actress who primarily works in Tamil films. She made her acting debut with the Telugu film Akhil (2015), for which she received SIIMA Award for Best Female Debut – Telugu nomination.[2]
Sayyeshaa made her Hindi film debut with Shivaay (2016), receiving Stardust Award for Superstar of Tomorrow – Female nomination.[3] She then made her Tamil film debut with Vanamagan (2017) and received SIIMA Award for Best Debut Actress - Tamil nomination. Her successful films include Kaappaan (2019) and Yuvarathnaa (2021), her Kannada film debut.[4]
Early life and background
Sayyeshaa was born as Sayyeshaa Saigal on 12 August 1997 in Mumbai, Maharashtra.[5] [6] She is the daughter of actors Sumeet Saigal and Shaheen Banu.[7] [8] Sayyeshaa is the grandniece of actors Saira Banu, who is her mother's aunt and Dilip Kumar, and the great granddaughter of Naseem Banu.[9] [10]
Sayyeshaa completed her schooling from Ecole Mondiale World School, Juhu.[11] Her parents got divorced in 2003. Actress Farah Naaz is her step-mother.[12]
Personal life
Sayyeshaa started dating Tamil actor Arya after Ghajinikanth (2019).[13] They got married on 10 March 2019, according to Islamic traditions in Hyderabad.[14] [15] Their daughter Ariana was born on 23 July 2021.[16] Tamil actor Sathya is her brother-in-law.[17]
Career
Debut and career expansion (2015–2018)
Sayyeshaa made her film debut in 2015 with the Telugu film Akhil.[18] She portrayed a medical student opposite Akhil Akkineni. The film was a commercial failure.[19] Times of India noted, "Sayyeshaa is a surprise even though she isn’t given much to do. She emotes really well and dances like a dream." She received SIIMA Award for Best Female Debut – Telugu nomination for the film.[20]
She made her Hindi film debut opposite Ajay Devgn in his second directorial film Shivaay.[21] She portrayed an IFS officer. It was commercially unsuccessful but ran for more than 50 days at the box office.[22] Bollywood Hungama stated, "Sayyeshaa does justice to her character."[23] While Times of India termed her performance "decent". She received a Stardust Award for Superstar of Tomorrow – Female nomination for her performance.[24]
In 2017, she made her Tamil film debut with Vanamagan.[25] She portrayed a businesswoman opposite Jayam Ravi.[26] Deccan Chronicle stated, "Sayyeshaa looks ravishing and she steals the show with her effortless performance."[27]
Sayyeshaa had three releases in 2018. She first appeared opposite Karthi in Kadaikutty Singam.[28] It was a box-office success.[29] Deccan Chronicle mentioned, "Sayyeshaa looks beautiful and hogs the limelight despite limited scope."[30] Next, she appeared in Junga opposite Vijay Sethupathi.[31] [32] Hindustan Times noted, "Sayyeshaa looks gorgeous, her role is minimal but she has done it well."[33] She next appeared in Ghajinikanth, a remake of the Telugu film Bhale Bhale Magadivoy. She portrayed a Kuchupudi dancer opposite Arya.[34] [35] Sify mentioned, "Sayyeshaa looks super gorgeous. The actress scores well with her cute expressions and energetic moves."[36]
Further career and recent work (2019–present)
Sayyeshaa portrayed PM's press secretary opposite Suriya in the 2019 film Kaappaan. It also starred Mohanlal, and Arya.[37] It was a commercial success.[38] The Weektermed her role as a "better fleshed out character".[39]
Sayyeshaa had two releases in 2021. She first portrayed a college student opposite Arya in Teddy.[40] It released on Disney+ Hotstar.[41] India Today stated, "Arya's chemistry with Sayyeshaa has worked really well. It makes you root for both the characters."[42] She made her Kannada film debut with Yuvarathnaa opposite Puneeth Rajkumar.[43] She portrayed a lecturer in this commercially successful film.[44] The Hans India wrote, "Sayyeshaa has limited screen space but she looks gorgeous in those brief moments."[45]
In 2023, Sayyeshaa made a special appearance in the song "Raawadi" for the Tamil film Pathu Thala starring Silambarasan.[46] [47]
Media image
Sayyeshaa is a prominent celebrity endorser for brands and products including PC Jeweller and Cinthol.[48] [49]
Sayyeshaa ranked 19th in 2017 and 13th in 2018 in Chennai Times' 30 Most Desirable Women List.[50] [51] The actress is also widely known for her dancing skills.[52]
Filmography
Films
| Denotes films that have not yet been released | |
- All films are in Tamil unless otherwise noted.
Awards and nominations
Notes and References
- News: Happy Birthday: Arya Celebrates Wife Sayyeshaa's Birthday In Style!. 23 April 2020. JWF online. 12 August 2019.
- Web site: About Sayyeshaa. www.sayyeshaa.com. en. 9 April 2017. live. https://web.archive.org/web/20170412053939/http://www.sayyeshaa.com/sayyeshaa_aboutMe.html. 12 April 2017.
- Web site: Sayyeshaa goes on learning spree with Ajay Devgn starrer Shivaay. 30 May 2016. Indian Express. 14 June 2018. live. https://web.archive.org/web/20180612140053/http://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/sayyeshaa-goes-on-learning-spree-with-ajay-devgn-starrer-shivaay-2826119/. 12 June 2018.
- Web site: Sayyeshaa: The Rising Star . https://web.archive.org/web/20170412053939/https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/celebrity/sayyeshaa-saigal/ . 12 April 2017 . 10 March 2019 . Bollywood Hungama .
- Web site: Arya shares an adorable picture with wife Sayyeshaa Saigal on her birthday; Check it out . Pinkvilla . 12 August 2022.
- Web site: Sayyeshaa birthday: Hubby Arya, Soundara Raja among other celebs share heartfelt wishes for the actress . Zoom TV . 12 August 2020 . 12 August 2021.
- Web site: Remember Shivaay actress Sayyeshaa Saigal? A look at her personal life in pictures! . Mid Day . 20 September 2020.
- Web site: Jahnavi. Patel. Ajay Devgn's new heroine has so many filmy connections . Rediff.com . 26 October 2016.
- Web site: Saira Banu's grand niece Sayyeshaa Saigal is all set for Telugu debut with Akhil . News18 . 11 February 2015 . 11 February 2015.
- News: Pandya . Haresh . Naseem Banu: First Female Superstar of Indian Cinema . 10 October 2014 . The Guardian . Guardian News and Media Limited . 4 September 2002.
- News: Ecole Mondiale World School, Juhu, Mumbai IB, CIE International School Day School Admission, Fee Structure, Curriculum, Rating & Reviews and Facilities SchoolMyKids. SchoolMyKids - Find A Great Future for your Kids. 2018-04-22. en-US.
- Web site: 'Shivaay' actress Sayyesha Saigal is the step daughter of B'wood actress Farah Naaz and grand niece of Saira Banu. ABP Live. 15 July 2018.
- Web site: Arya and Sayyeshaa love story: Breaking the stereotype, here's how love blossomed . 12 June 2020 . Zoom TV. May 2020 .
- Web site: Sayyeshaa to marry Tamil actor Arya in Hyderabad. Details inside . 11 March 2019 . Hindustan Times. February 2019 .
- Web site: Inside Sayyeshaa Saigal, Arya wedding: Couple poses with Surya, Rana Daggubati, see pics, video . 11 March 2019 . Hindustan Times. 11 March 2019 .
- Web site: Sayyeshaa Saigal shares FIRST glimpses of daughter Ariana on husband's birthday . 11 December 2022 . Bollywood Hungama. 11 December 2022 .
- Web site: 2018-06-26 . Arya's brother Sathya ties the knot with Bhavna. See pics . 2022-06-10 . Hindustan Times . en.
- Web site: Akhil Akkineni's Debut Film: Director Vinayak to Start Shooting from 15 November. H. Hooli. Shekhar. IB Times. 26 October 2014. 17 December 2014. https://web.archive.org/web/20141217085150/http://www.ibtimes.co.in/akhil-akkinenis-debut-film-director-vinayak-start-shooting-15-november-612262. 17 December 2014.
- Web site: 'Akhil' 5-day box office collection: Akhil-Sayesha starrer beats 'Kanche' 1st weekend record. 16 November 2015. International Business Times.
- News: AKHIL MOVIE REVIEW . Times of India . 12 November 2015 . Pranita . Jonnalagedda.
- Web site: Sayyeshaa to debut in Ajay Devgn's Shivaay . 24 October 2014 . 6 November 2015 . live. https://web.archive.org/web/20151119164549/http://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/screen/sayesha-saigal-to-debut-in-ajay-devgns-shivay/. 19 November 2015.
- Web site: Box Office: Worldwide Collections and Day wise breakup of Shivaay . . 29 October 2016 . 5 November 2016.
- Web site: Shivaay Review: SHIVAAY is a perfect emotional thriller . Bollywood . Hungama . Bollywood Hungama . 28 October 2016.
- News: Shivaay Movie Review: AJAY'S NEVER-ENDING SAGA IS HIGH ON ACTION BUT LACKS SOUL . The Times of India . 31 October 2016.
- News: Sayyeshaa upbeat about Vanamagan. 18 June 2017. Deccan Chronicle. 20 June 2017. https://web.archive.org/web/20170619113116/http://www.deccanchronicle.com/entertainment/kollywood/180617/sayyeshaa-upbeat-about-vanamagan.html. 19 June 2017. live. en.
- News: Vanamagan release postponed due to Kollywood strike. https://web.archive.org/web/20170821085015/https://www.top10cinema.com/article/42463/vanamagan-release-postponed-due-to-kollywood-strike. usurped. 21 August 2017. 10 May 2017. Top 10 Cinema. 13 May 2017. en-US.
- Web site: Vanamagan movie review: Definitely worth a watch! . Anupama . Subramanian . Deccan Chronicle . 25 June 2017 .
- News: Sayyeshaa confirmed for Karthi-Pandiraj project. Times of India. 22 January 2018. Sundar . Mrinalini .
- Web site: From 'Pasamalar' to 'Kadaikutty Singam': The big fat family drama in Tamil cinema. The News Minute. 3 October 2019 . 3 October 2019.
- Web site: Kadaikutty Singam Review: Karthi is impressive in this feel-good movie . Anupama . Subramanian . Deccan Chronicle . 20 July 2018 .
- Web site: Vijay Sethupathi, Sayyeshaa's new film Junga will be shot in Paris and Chennai . 28 August 2017. Hindustan Times. 28 August 2017 .
- News: Mrinalini Sundar . 1 September 2017 . In Junga, the actor is also the producer! . Times of India .
- Web site: Junga movie review: Vijay Sethupathi is hilarious in this gangster spoof . Hindustan Times . 27 July 2018 . 27 September 2018 .
- Web site: Sayyeshaa-Arya will make a terrific pair in Ghajinikanth and here's the proof. Pinkvilla Tamil. 2 July 2019.
- News: 'Ghajinikanth' shoot complete in record 39 days?. https://web.archive.org/web/20180412024738/http://www.sify.com/movies/ghajinikanth-shoot-complete-in-record-39-days-news-tamil-selqKsijdjgaj.html. dead. 12 April 2018. Sify. 2018-04-12. en.
- Web site: Ghajinikanth review: Family-friendly comedy entertainer. https://web.archive.org/web/20180802181936/http://www.sify.com/movies/ghajinikanth-review-family-friendly-comedy-entertainer-review-tamil-sicrlbbhcfbfc.html. dead. 2 August 2018. .
- News: Suriya's next with KV Anand goes on the floors in London . . 22 June 2018 . https://archive.today/20180723034335/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/suriyas-next-with-kv-anand-goes-on-the-floors-in-london/articleshow/64732441.cms . 23 July 2018 . live .
- Web site: Suriya, Sayyeshaa and team celebrate as Kaappaan enters Rs 100-crore club. Cinema Express . 11 October 2019.
- Web site: Kaappaan review: An ambitious but predictable affair. The Week. 2019-09-20. 2020-05-23.
- News: Motion capture technology brings Teddy alive on screen . The Times of India. en. 2020-05-05.
- Web site: 'Teddy' shoot wrapped up, first look from today!. https://web.archive.org/web/20191210183140/https://www.sify.com/movies/teddy-shoot-wrapped-up-first-look-from-today-news-tamil-tmkpvaeffdjbj.html. dead. 10 December 2019. Sify. en. 2020-05-05.
- Web site: Teddy Movie Review: Arya and his teddy bear shine in this medical thriller . India Today . 12 September 2021.
- News: Yuvarathnaa Trailer: Puneeth Rajkumar's film is packed with high-voltage action. 2021-04-03. The Times of India. en.
- Web site: Year Ender 2021: Highest-grossing Kannada Movies of the Year . 29 December 2021 . News18. 29 December 2021 .
- Web site: Yuvarathnaa Movie Review: With unexplored subject it proves impressive. The Hans India . 26 December 2021 .
- News: 2023-03-25 . 'Raawadi' video song: Sayyesha amazes fans with her dance moves in this 'Pathu Thala' item number . The Times of India . 2023-06-12 . 0971-8257.
- News: 2023-03-26 . Sayyesha charged Rs. 40 lakhs for 'Raawadi' in 'Pathu Thala' . The Times of India . 2023-06-12 . 0971-8257.
- Web site: New Diamond Wedding Collection P.C. Chandra Jewellers ft. Sayyeshaa . Youtube . 27 July 2021 .
- Web site: Tamil actress Sayyeshaa's Cinthol Soap Ad gets negative critics among fans . Indian Herald . 17 February 2019 .
- News: Check Out Chennai Times 30 Most Desirable Women in 2017 List . Times of India . 16 February 2018 .
- News: Chennai Times 30 Most Desirable Women of 2018, Aishwarya Rajesh tops the list . Times of India . 18 February 2019 .
- Web site: Videos Specials: Check out Dilip Kumar's grand niece Sayyeshaa showing some off her crazy moves . Bollywood Hungama . 27 August 2021 .
- Web site: Shivaay ka shubharambh: Watch Ajay Devgn take his first shot . Nijhara . Apoorva . India Today . 7 November 2015 . 7 September 2016 .
- Web site: Sayyeshaa is making waves in Kollywood with her debut film!. en. 20 June 2022. Hindustan Times. 12 June 2017 .
- Web site: 'Kadai Kutty Singam' digital and satellite rights sold! . https://web.archive.org/web/20180818080450/http://www.sify.com/movies/kadai-kutty-singam-digital-and-satellite-rights-sold-news-tamil-sfolk3bafcbii.html . dead . 18 August 2018 . . 14 May 2018 . 12 April 2019.
- Web site: Studio Green's next film has Arya and Sayyeshaa in the lead. https://web.archive.org/web/20171129143807/http://www.sify.com/movies/studio-green-s-next-film-has-arya-and-sayyeshaa-in-the-lead-news-tamil-rl3lkVgcgceef.html. dead. 29 November 2017. Sify.
- Web site: Suriya 37 is Kaappaan: Director KV Anand's film gets a name. 1 January 2018. India Today. 3 January 2019.
- News: Arya and Sayyeshaa's 'Teddy' starts with a pooja today, marks their third collaboration . The Times of India. en. 5 May 2020.
- News: Puneeth Rajkumar paired with Sayyeshaa in Yuvarathnaa. 2021-01-03. The Times of India. en.
- Web site: Sayyesha charged Rs. 40 lakhs for 'Raawadi' in 'Pathu Thala'. 26 March 2023. The Times of India.
- Web site: SIIMA 2016 Telugu movie nominations revealed; 'Baahubali,' 'Srimanthudu' lead the list5. . https://web.archive.org/web/20160526120833/http://www.ibtimes.co.in/siima-2016-telugu-movie-nominations-revealed-baahubali-srimanthudu-lead-list-680040. dead. 2016-05-26.
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- Web site: Stardust Awards 2016: Check Out The Complete List Of Winners . NDTV Movies . 22 December 2015.
- Web site: Nominations list for the SIIMA 2017 announced!. https://web.archive.org/web/20170605234542/http://www.sify.com/movies/nominations-list-for-the-siima-2017-announced-news-tnpl-rgbk0Mbjijgdf.html. dead. 2017-06-05. Sify.com.
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