Jyothika Sadanha, one of the top actress of Tamil film industry, is the daughter of producer Chander Sadanha and sister of actress Nagma. Though she debuted with the Bollywood film 'Doli Sajake Rakhna' (1998), the chubby actress from the North, made it big in the Southern film industry. She was introduced as a supporting actress in the super hit Tamil film 'Vaalee' (1999) for which she received the Best Newcomer Award. With her expressive eyes, body language and spontaneous acting, this Punjabi girl became the heart throb of millions of South Indians. Awards credited to this talented actress includes Tamil Nadu Government Best Actress Award, Dinakaran Best Actress award etc.