Sai Pallavi first appeared on screen with Kangana Ranaut, to work with Ranbir Kapoor next in Ramayana

Sai Pallavi, the simple and elegant actress from South Indian cinema turns 31 today (May 9). The actress has kept her fans excited with news of her next project. She will be seen playing Mata Sita in Nitesh Tiwary's magnum opus Ramayana, starring Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram. However, did you know which was her first ever on screen appearance? Check out lesser known facts about the popular South Indian actress that only true fans know.

Dance Reality Show Prodigy: Before her big-screen debut, Sai Pallavi showcased her dancing prowess on the dance reality show Ungalil Yaar Adutha Prabhudeva in 2008 and later on Dhee 4. Her expressive performances caught the eye of many and paved the way for her acting career.

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The Doctor Behind the Actress: Not many know that Sai Pallavi is a qualified doctor. She graduated in medicine from Tbilisi, Georgia, and if not for her acting career, she might have been a cardiologist today.

A Self-Taught Dancer: Sai Pallavi's dance moves are self-taught. Inspired by Bollywood icons like Madhuri Dixit and Aishwarya Rai, she honed her skills without any formal training, captivating audiences with her natural flair.

Cultural Roots: She belongs to the Badaga community, an ethnolinguistic group from Kotagiri, Tamil Nadu. Sai Pallavi is proud of her heritage and is considered the first from her community to achieve such stardom.

Academic Dedication: Despite her passion for the arts, Sai Pallavi has always been serious about her academics. Her commitment to education was so strong that she almost didn't participate in the dance show Dhee due to concerns about her studies.

First time on camera: Sai Pallavi made her first ever appearance in front of the camera with Kangana Ranaut in Dhaam Dhoom. She played her friend in the film. So technically speaking, Premam was not her debut film.

Sai Pallavi's journey from the dance floor to the silver screen is as inspiring as it is unique. Her dedication to both her craft and her education sets a wonderful example for aspiring artists everywhere.