Explore Tamannaah Bhatia's most impressive on-screen collaborations on her birthday
What's the story
Tamannaah Bhatia's journey into showbiz began with Chaand Sa Roshan Chehra (2005). The Telugu gem Happy Days (2007) marked a turning point in her career, but commercial movies posed challenges. Nevertheless, she carved out a place in South cinema, as well as Bollywood. As the actor turned 34, let's rewind the reel on her fabulous on-screen partnerships that added flair to her rollercoaster ride.
#1
Bhatia and Karthi in 'Paiyaa' (2010)
Bhatia's first collaboration with Karthi in Paiyaa was a huge success in both Tamil and Telugu. Directed by N Lingusamy—the film follows strangers Shiva and Charulatha on an unusual trip to Mumbai. Charulatha—mistaking Shiva for a cab driver—seeks refuge from gangsters. The chemistry between the two actors took center stage. After a six-year hiatus, the duo reunited in Vamshi Paidipally's Oopiri (Thozha in Tamil).
#2
Bhatia and Prabhas in 'Baahubali: The Beginning' (2015)
SS Rajamouli's magnum opus Baahubali: The Beginning transformed Bhatia into Avantika—a warrior determined to rescue Devasena (Anushka Shetty) from Mahishmathi's tyrant king, Bhallaladeva (Rana Daggubati). However, her life undergoes a dramatic transformation upon meeting Shivudu/Shivu (Prabhas). The whistle-worthy chemistry between the duo stole the show, emerging as a prominent highlight of the film. Baahubali's success opened doors for Bhatia to explore more serious roles.
#3
Bhatia and Vijay Sethupathi in 'Dharma Durai' (2016)
In Seenu Ramasamy's Dharma Durai, Bhatia and Vijay Sethupathi forged a mesmerizing collaboration. The narrative delicately unfolds the tumultuous journey of the titular character, intricately weaving through familial complexities. Their on-screen chemistry added a heartwarming dimension to the acclaimed drama. Notably, the duo reunited once more in Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy, a 2019 Indian Telugu-language epic historical action film directed by Surender Reddy.
#4
Bhatia and Vijay Varma in 'Lust Stories 2' (2023)
The electrifying chemistry between Bhatia and Vijay Varma in the Netflix series Lust Stories 2 undeniably takes the spotlight on this list (we're not biased). Before confirming their relationship status, the duo collaborated on a story in the series, where they shared some sizzling on-screen moments. Despite the mixed reception of the second installment of Lust Stories, audiences recognized their undeniable spark on screen.