Her real name is Divya Gopikumar, but she is professionally known as Abhirami.

Abhirami’s Real Name

She started her acting career in the late 1990s and early 2000s, working primarily in Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada films.

Early Acting Career

She gained significant recognition with her performance in Virumandi (2004), where she first collaborated with Kamal Haasan.

Breakthrough Film

Abhirami took a long break from cinema to focus on her studies and personal life, including time spent in the United States.

Hiatus from Films

She returned to the screen in the 2010s and has since taken on select roles in South Indian films.

Comeback to Cinema

In Mani Ratnam’s film Thug Life, she plays a prominent role alongside Kamal Haasan, marking their reunion after two decades.

Role in Thug Life

A bold kissing scene between Abhirami and Kamal Haasan in the film’s trailer drew widespread attention and sparked debates online.

Kissing Scene Spotlight

The scene led to discussions on age-gap portrayals in cinema and brought Abhirami back into the media spotlight.

Public Reaction

Besides Thug Life, she is also working on Vettaiyan, a film starring Rajinikanth, showcasing her continued relevance in the industry.

Other Major Projects