Who Is Amala Paul? Age, Biography and Wiki
Amala Paul was born on October 26, 1991, which makes her 33 years old in 2025. She is a celebrated Indian actress primarily known for her work in Tamil and Malayalam cinema. Emerging from a humble background, Amala displayed a flair for the arts from a young age. After making her acting debut in 2009, she swiftly rose to fame with notable performances in films like Myna, Deiva Thirumagal, and Kadhal Ratchagan. Amala continues to evolve as an actress, taking on diverse roles that highlight her talent and versatility.
Occupation | Film Producer |
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Date of Birth | October 26, 1991 |
Age | 33 Years |
Birth Place | Aluva, Kerala, India |
Horoscope | Scorpio |
Country | India |
Popularity
Amala Paul's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Amala Paul stands at an impressive height of 5 feet 4 inches (163 cm) and weighs approximately 55 kg (121 lbs). Her body measurements are reported to be 34-26-34 inches, making her not only an accomplished actress but also a fashion icon among her fans. With her striking features and undeniable charm, Amala has become a sought-after figure in the Indian film industry.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
Amala Paul is known to keep her personal life relatively private. However, as of 2025, she is reportedly dating a prominent figure in the industry, although she has not publicly confirmed their relationship. Previously, she was married to filmmaker A. L. Vijay, but the couple parted ways in 2017, leading to much public speculation and discussion. Currently, Amala seems to be focusing on her career while embracing a new phase of her personal life.
Amala's father had been strictly against Amala pursuing an acting career but relented when her brother strongly supported her ambition. She later claimed that she had performing arts in her, revealing that her mother was a singer and her father was into theatre in college.
Net Worth and Salary
As of 2025, Amala Paul's net worth is estimated to be around $6 million. Her earnings primarily come from her acting career, endorsements, and appearances in commercials. With numerous blockbuster movies to her credit and a growing portfolio of projects, Amala continues to enhance her financial standing. Her ventures in production and investments in various businesses also contribute to her impressive net worth.
Career, Business and Investments
Amala Paul’s career spans over a decade, and she has become one of the most recognized faces in the South Indian film industry. After her breakthrough role in Myna, she starred in several successful films that bagged her awards and critical acclaim. In addition to acting, Amala has ventured into film production, indicating her desire to explore creative avenues beyond acting. She is also known to invest in various businesses, including fashion and lifestyle brands, showcasing her entrepreneurial spirit.
Amala started her career in the Malayalam film Neelathamara (2009), and later appeared in the Tamil film Mynaa (2010), which earned her the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Actress. She further received two SIIMA Award for Best Actress – Malayalam for her performance in Run Baby Run (2012) and Oru Indian Pranayakadha (2013).
She went onto appear in successful films such as Vettai (2012), Thalaivaa (2013), Velaiilla Pattadhari (2014), Hebbuli (2017), Thiruttu Payale 2 (2017), Ratsasan (2018) and The Goat Life (2024). Her titular role in Mili (2015), won her the Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actress – Malayalam.
Social Network
In today's digital age, Amala Paul has a substantial presence on social media. She regularly engages with her fans through platforms like Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Her Instagram handle, boasting millions of followers, is a blend of personal insights, professional updates, and glimpses into her stylish lifestyle, allowing fans to connect with her on a more personal level.
In 2021, she appeared in anthology films Kutty Story and Pitta Kathalu. She was next seen in web series, Kudi Yedamaithe in Telugu, Ranjish Hi Sahi (web series) in Hindi and Victim: Who is Next? in Tamil. The OTT film, Cadaver (2022), which is an investigative thriller was released on Disney+ Hotstar on 12 August. The film saw Amala venture into Production.
Education
Amala Paul completed her schooling at St. Thomas School, in Kerala, and subsequently pursued a degree in English Literature from the University of Kerala. Her academic background, combined with her profound interest in performing arts, laid a strong foundation for her acting career.
Following the success of the Tamil film, Mynaa, Amala was billed as the "new top star of 2011" as she subsequently signed on to several prominent projects. Her first release of 2011 was in a supporting role in the Malayalam drama film Ithu Nammude Katha, a remake Tamil film Naadodigal, and her next release with Vikadakavi.
Both films opened to limited screens due to the moderate budget of the projects, with her performance in the latter being described as "full of potential". She went on to sign three big budget films with the drama Deiva Thirumagal, directed by Vijay, featuring her opposite Vikram and alongside Anushka, becoming her next release.
Her portrayal of school correspondent Shwetha Rajendran won critical acclaim, with a reviewer citing that her "expressive eyes help her leave a mark in a small but important role", whilst another critic claimed that she "acquits herself well".
Her final release of 2011 was Ram Gopal Varma's Bejawada, which marked her début in Telugu language films.