Recently, a troubling situation has arisen with the leak of private videos featuring several well-known actresses. While some netizens express sympathy, others speculate that it could be a publicity stunt. One actress at the centre of this controversy is Pragya Nagra, a Malayali actress who has now garnered attention for this reason. Many are now curious to learn more about her. Read on to discover who Pragya Nagra is, along with details about her family, background, and more.
Who Is Pragya Nagra?
According to an IMDb mini biography by Kumar Basant Singh, Pragya Nagra is an Indian actress known for her roles in Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam films. She began her career in the entertainment industry with her Tamil film debut, ‘Varalaru Mukkiyam’, in 2022. In 2023, she made her debut in the Malayalam film industry with Nadikalil Sundari Yamuna.
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Recently, Nagra has found herself in the spotlight due to a controversy involving the leak of an AI-generated viral video. In response to this distressing situation, she made a public statement on X, expressing her feelings about the incident. She wrote, “Still in denial, and still hoping that it’s just a bad dream that I will wake up from. Technology was meant to help us and not make our lives miserable. Can just pity the evil minds who misuse it to create such AI content and the people who help spread it! Trying to stay strong through all of this, and grateful to all the people who are there for me in these moments. I hope and pray that no other woman has to go through such an ordeal, and that all of you stay safe! #pragyanagra @cyberabadpolice @Cyberdost @MahaCyber1”
Still in denial, and still hoping that it’s just a bad dream that I will wake up from. Technology was meant to help us and not make our lives miserable.
— Pragya Nagra (@PragyaNagra) December 7, 2024
Can just pity the evil minds who misuse it to create such AI content and the people who help spread it!
Trying to stay strong…
Through her statement, she highlighted the emotional toll this experience has taken on her and advocated for the safety of others facing similar challenges.
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Pragya Nagra’s Family, Background, And More
Pragya Nagra was born on December 14, 1998, making her 26 years old in 2025. She hails from a Kashmiri family in Ambala, Haryana. According to an IMDb mini biography by Kumar Basant Singh, Nagra completed her schooling and college education in Delhi before embarking on a career in modelling. Her father served in the armed forces and was stationed in Chennai at one point, leading her to frequently visit the city.
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During her engineering studies in Delhi, Nagra became interested in modelling and appeared in over 100 commercials. She was also a member of the National Cadet Corps (NCC) and initially aspired to join the armed forces. Ultimately, she chose to pursue a career in the film industry and relocated to Chennai.
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Nagra started her acting career in Tamil cinema, making her debut in 'Varalaru Mukkiyam' in 2022, where she played a Malayali girl opposite Jiiva. Although the film received negative reviews, her performance was recognised and appreciated. She later appeared in the Malayalam film Nadikalil Sundari Yamuna, portraying a Kannada girl.
With her extensive modelling experience, Nagra followed her passion for acting, making a successful transition into the film industry.
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