She caught India’s attention in a Cadbury Dairy Milk Silk commercial. Today, Bhagyashri Borse stands as one of the most sought-after actresses in Telugu and Hindi cinema, securing major projects with superstars before even delivering a commercial hit. Her journey from model to multi-industry actress showcases persistence, talent, and impeccable timing.
Bhagyashri Borse Meteoric Rise: Career Timeline
| Year | Project | Role/Significance |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Yaariyan 2 (Bollywood Debut) | Raajlaxmi Cariappa – First acting role |
| 2024 | Mr. Bachchan (Telugu Debut) | Jikki – Dubbed own Telugu dialogues |
| 2024 | Chandu Champion | Journalist Nayantara with Kartik Aaryan |
| 2025 | Kingdom (Pan-India) | Opposite Vijay Deverakonda |
| 2025 | Kaantha (Tamil Debut) | Period drama with Dulquer Salmaan |
| 2025 | Andhra King Taluka | Ram Pothineni’s love interest |
| 2025 | Sikandar | Selected through talent hunt for Salman Khan film |
Early Life & International Background
Born and raised partially in Lagos, Nigeria, Bhagyashri completed her schooling abroad before returning to India to pursue business management. This international upbringing shaped her worldview and multilingual capabilities—an asset that helped her dub her own Telugu dialogues in Mr. Bachchan, earning industry respect.
Her father works as an engineer, and she has a younger brother currently pursuing studies. According to IMDb, her modeling career with major Indian agencies opened doors to the entertainment industry.
The Cadbury Effect: From Advertising to Acting
Her breakthrough came through the viral Cadbury Dairy Milk Silk commercial that garnered national attention. This advertising success became her launchpad into Bollywood with “Yaariyan 2” (2023), followed by a rapid expansion into Telugu cinema.
Industry insiders note that Bhagyashri’s glamour quotient and dancing skills set her apart from competitors, helping her secure back-to-back projects despite her debut films underperforming commercially.
Recent Recognition & Awards
Bhagyashri recently won the Best Debut Actress award at SIIMA 2025 in Dubai for her performances in Mr. Bachchan and Kingdom—a testament to her screen presence even when box office numbers didn’t reflect it.
Rana Daggubati and Dulquer Salmaan publicly claimed credit for “discovering” her talent after auditioning over 100 actresses for Kaantha, emphasizing how her potential caught filmmakers’ attention early.
For fans following rising Telugu cinema stars, Bhagyashri represents the new wave of actresses securing major projects based on talent and screen presence rather than immediate commercial success.
November 2025: Two Crucial Tests
This month marks a potential turning point with two high-profile releases:
Kaantha (November 14): A Malayalam-Telugu bilingual period drama set in British-era Madras, co-starring Dulquer Salmaan. Produced by Rana Daggubati’s Spirit Media and Dulquer’s Wayfarer Films, this role showcases her acting range in a critically acclaimed setting.
Andhra King Taluka (November 28): Ram Pothineni starrer with massive pre-release buzz, catchy songs, and extensive promotional campaigns. Success here could cement her position among promising South Indian actresses.
Massive Lineup: The Projects That Made Her “In-Demand”
Despite commercial setbacks, Bhagyashri’s pipeline includes:
- Sikandar with Salman Khan (selected through national talent hunt)
- Nani32 with popular Telugu actor Nani
- Lenin with Akhil Akkineni (replaced Sree Leela)
- Potential Suriya’s Telugu debut directed by Venky Atluri
Her ability to land prestigious projects demonstrates industry confidence in her star potential, a rare phenomenon for actresses without blockbuster hits.
What Sets Her Apart?
Multilingual Capability: Fluency across languages enables authentic performances
International Background: Nigerian upbringing provides unique perspective
Dedication: Dubbing own Telugu dialogues despite being non-native speaker
Screen Presence: Consistently praised despite films’ commercial performance
Dancing Skills: Major asset in commercial Indian cinema
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The Road Ahead
With multiple big-budget projects spanning Telugu, Tamil, and Hindi cinema, Bhagyashri Borse is positioned for major breakthrough. Her strategic project selection—working with established superstars across industries—suggests careful career planning beyond just chasing immediate hits.
As she herself stated at the Kaantha trailer launch: “What people have seen so far is just the beginning. With these projects, I can show what I can truly do as an actor.”
FAQs
Q1: Why is Bhagyashri Borse getting so many projects despite no commercial hits?
A: Industry insiders cite her exceptional screen presence, glamour quotient, dancing skills, and multilingual capabilities as key factors. Her viral Cadbury Dairy Milk Silk commercial created massive brand recognition. Additionally, she impressed filmmakers like Rana Daggubati and Dulquer Salmaan during auditions, with them claiming to have “discovered” her talent. Her dedication—including dubbing her own Telugu dialogues as a non-native speaker—demonstrates commitment that resonates with directors, leading to projects with Salman Khan, Vijay Deverakonda, Ram Pothineni, and Dulquer Salmaan.
Q2: What are Bhagyashri Borse’s upcoming major releases in 2025?
A: Her most crucial releases are Kaantha (November 14, 2025) opposite Dulquer Salmaan—a period drama set in British-era Madras—and Andhra King Taluka (November 28, 2025) with Ram Pothineni. Other major projects include Sikandar with Salman Khan (selected through national talent hunt), Nani32 with actor Nani, and Lenin with Akhil Akkineni. She also won Best Debut Actress at SIIMA 2025 for her performances in Mr. Bachchan and Kingdom, marking her as one of the most promising young actresses in Indian cinema.
