Surbhi (Surbhi Puranik) Biography: Age, Family, Education, Movies List, Express Raja, Gentleman, Vishwambhara & Latest News
Last updated: 8 November 2026
Surbhi Puranik, known on screen simply as Surbhi (sometimes spelled Surabhi), is a Delhi-born actress who works mainly in Telugu and Tamil films. She is best known for Ivan Veramathiri (2013), Dhanush’s Velaiilla Pattadhari (2014), and the Telugu hits Express Raja and Gentleman (both 2016), and is part of the cast of Chiranjeevi’s big-budget fantasy Vishwambhara. This Surbhi biography covers her age, family, education, movies list, personal life and the latest news.
Surbhi Puranik Key Facts
- Birthday: 5 June, Delhi
- Screen name: Surbhi (also Surabhi)
- Profession: Actress, former model
- Education: Bachelor of Fine Arts, College of Art, Delhi
- Debut: Ivan Veramathiri (2013, Tamil)
- Best known for: Express Raja, Gentleman, Okka Kshanam, DD Returns
- Upcoming: Vishwambhara, with Chiranjeevi
Surbhi Puranik Latest News
- Vishwambhara still awaiting release (November 2026): Surbhi is part of the cast of Vishwambhara, the socio-fantasy film directed by Vassishta and starring Chiranjeevi, with Trisha in the lead, Meenakshi Chaudhary, Ashika Ranganath and Kunal Kapoor. The film’s release has been pushed several times because of heavy visual-effects work, from January 2025 to summer 2026, and a reported October 2026 (Dussehra) date also passed. In September 2026 the film reportedly closed its streaming deal, clearing the way for a new release date, which is yet to be announced.
- Her role: The makers have not officially revealed Surbhi’s character. Chiranjeevi’s advice to Surbhi on the sets in 2024 was widely reported, and IMDb currently lists her character only as “Sister”.
Surbhi Puranik Biography, Age and Wiki
| Bio | |
|---|---|
| Real Name | Surbhi Puranik |
| Screen Name | Surbhi (also credited as Surabhi) |
| Profession | Actress, former model |
| Birthday | 5 June |
| Birthplace | Delhi, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Education | |
| College | College of Art, Delhi |
| Degree | Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) |
| Acting Training | Imago Acting School, Delhi (under Barry John) |
| Family | |
| Marital Status | Not married (no public information) |
| Career | |
| Years Active | 2013–present |
| Tamil Debut | Ivan Veramathiri (2013) |
| Telugu Debut | Beeruva (2015) |
| Kannada Debut | Sakath (2021) |
| Nominations | SIIMA Best Female Debut – Tamil; Vijay Award for Best Debut Actress |
Surbhi Puranik Family and Early Life
Surbhi Puranik was born on 5 June in Delhi. She studied fine arts and earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the College of Art in Delhi. During college she did a number of modelling assignments and appeared on magazine covers. She then trained as an actor at Imago Acting School in Delhi, where she was taught by the well-known theatre teacher Barry John and actor Manoj Bajpayee. She has kept details of her family away from the media.
Surbhi Puranik Career
Tamil Debut: Ivan Veramathiri (2013–2014)
Surbhi made her film debut in M. Saravanan’s Tamil action thriller Ivan Veramathiri (2013), playing Malini, a college student, opposite Vikram Prabhu. The film did well, and Rediff wrote that she was “perfectly cast”. The role earned her nominations for the SIIMA Award for Best Female Debut – Tamil and the Vijay Award for Best Debut Actress. She learned Tamil diction for the part. In 2014 she played Anitha in Dhanush’s blockbuster Velaiilla Pattadhari and appeared in a song in Jeeva.
Telugu Hits: Beeruva, Express Raja and Gentleman (2015–2016)
Surbhi made her Telugu debut as Swathi in the comedy Beeruva (2015) opposite Sundeep Kishan. Her breakthrough in Telugu came in 2016 with two hits. In Merlapaka Gandhi’s comedy thriller Express Raja, she played Amulya “Ammu” opposite Sharwanand, and in Mohana Krishna Indraganti’s thriller Gentleman she played Aishwarya “Aishu” opposite Nani. The same year she also acted in the Tamil film Pugazh with Jai and the Telugu film Attack.
Okka Kshanam, Voter and Sashi (2017–2021)
In 2017 Surbhi played Jyotsna “Jyo” opposite Allu Sirish in the sci-fi thriller Okka Kshanam, about two couples whose lives seem to mirror each other; Seerat Kapoor played the other lead. Critics singled out her performance. She was the female lead opposite Vishnu Manchu in the political drama Voter (2019) and played the title role in Sashi (2021) opposite Aadi Saikumar.
Sakath, DD Returns and Vishwambhara (2021–2026)
Surbhi made her Kannada debut as Mayuri in the comedy Sakath (2021) opposite Ganesh. After a short break, she returned to Tamil cinema in 2023 as Sofia in the horror comedy DD Returns, starring Santhanam, which became a box-office success; the Times of India said she “played her part to perfection”. She is now waiting for the release of Vishwambhara, her first film with Chiranjeevi, which began shooting in January 2024.
Surbhi Puranik Best Movies
- Ivan Veramathiri (2013): Her debut as Malini, a college student, opposite Vikram Prabhu in an action thriller about taking on a powerful politician’s family. It earned her SIIMA and Vijay Award nominations.
- Velaiilla Pattadhari (2014): A small role as Anitha in one of Dhanush’s biggest hits, which introduced her to a wide Tamil audience.
- Express Raja (2016): A fast-paced comedy thriller in which she played Sharwanand’s love interest, Amulya. It was one of the Sankranti hits of 2016.
- Gentleman (2016): A twisty thriller with Nani in a double role, in which she played Aishwarya, the girlfriend of one of his characters.
- Okka Kshanam (2017): A science-fiction thriller about parallel lives, where she played Jyo opposite Allu Sirish.
- DD Returns (2023): A horror comedy in which she played Sofia opposite Santhanam; her comeback after a short break became a box-office success.
Surbhi Puranik Career Timeline
- 2013: Film debut in Ivan Veramathiri (Tamil)
- 2015: Telugu debut in Beeruva
- 2016: Hits Express Raja and Gentleman
- 2019: Female lead in Voter
- 2021: Title role in Sashi; Kannada debut in Sakath
- 2023: Return to Tamil cinema with DD Returns
- 2024: Began shooting Vishwambhara with Chiranjeevi
Surbhi Puranik Movies List
| Year | Film | Role | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Ivan Veramathiri | Malini | Tamil |
| 2014 | Velaiilla Pattadhari | Anitha | Tamil |
| 2015 | Beeruva | Swathi | Telugu |
| 2016 | Express Raja | Amulya “Ammu” | Telugu |
| 2016 | Pugazh | Bhuvana | Tamil |
| 2016 | Attack | Valli | Telugu |
| 2016 | Gentleman | Aishwarya “Aishu” | Telugu |
| 2017 | Okka Kshanam | Jyotsna “Jyo” | Telugu |
| 2019 | Voter | Bhavana | Telugu |
| 2021 | Sashi | Sashi | Telugu |
| 2021 | Sakath | Mayuri | Kannada |
| 2023 | DD Returns | Sofia | Tamil |
| TBA | Vishwambhara | To be revealed | Telugu |
Surbhi Puranik Awards and Nominations
- SIIMA Award for Best Female Debut – Tamil (nominated) – Ivan Veramathiri
- Vijay Award for Best Debut Actress (nominated) – Ivan Veramathiri
Surbhi Puranik Husband and Personal Life
Surbhi is not known to be married, and she has not spoken publicly about a relationship. She keeps her family and personal life private and mostly uses social media to share photo shoots, travel and film updates.
Surbhi Puranik Net Worth
Surbhi has not disclosed her net worth, and there is no official figure. She earns from films in Telugu, Tamil and Kannada, as well as modelling and brand work. Figures on celebrity-wealth websites are estimates and should be treated with caution.
Lesser-Known Facts About Surbhi Puranik
- She trained in acting under Barry John, who also taught Shah Rukh Khan.
- She is a fine-arts graduate from Delhi’s College of Art.
- She is credited as both “Surbhi” and “Surabhi” in film titles.
- She learned Tamil diction from scratch for her first film.
- She has worked in three South Indian film industries: Tamil, Telugu and Kannada.
- Her first film with Chiranjeevi, Vishwambhara, has been in the making since 2024.
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FAQs About Surbhi Puranik
Who is Surbhi Puranik?
Surbhi Puranik, known on screen as Surbhi, is a Delhi-born actress who works mainly in Telugu and Tamil films, known for Express Raja and Gentleman.
When is Surbhi’s birthday?
Surbhi celebrates her birthday on 5 June. She was born in Delhi; her birth year has not been officially confirmed.
What was Surbhi’s first film?
Surbhi’s first film was the Tamil film Ivan Veramathiri (2013), in which she played Malini opposite Vikram Prabhu.
What was Surbhi’s role in Gentleman?
Surbhi played Aishwarya “Aishu” opposite Nani in the Telugu thriller Gentleman (2016).
Is Surbhi in Vishwambhara?
Yes. Surbhi is part of the cast of Chiranjeevi’s Vishwambhara, directed by Vassishta. The film’s release date has not yet been announced.
Was Surbhi in Velaiilla Pattadhari?
Yes. Surbhi played Anitha in Dhanush’s Velaiilla Pattadhari (2014).
Where did Surbhi study?
Surbhi earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the College of Art in Delhi and trained at Imago Acting School under Barry John.
Is Surbhi married?
Surbhi is not known to be married and keeps her personal life private.
What was Surbhi’s role in DD Returns?
Surbhi played Sofia opposite Santhanam in the Tamil horror comedy DD Returns (2023).
Is Surbhi Puranik the same as Surbhi Jyoti?
No. Surbhi Puranik is a South Indian film actress, while Surbhi Jyoti is a Hindi television actress known for Qubool Hai and Naagin.
About This Biography
Written by: MyStarsBio Editorial Team. This profile was checked against the sources listed below and will be updated when Vishwambhara releases.