# Nabha Natesh

Nabha Natesh (pronounced; born 11 December 1995) is an Indian actress and model who primarily appears in Telugu films. She made her debut with Kannada film Vajrakaya (2015) and later in Telugu with Nannu Dochukunduvate (2018). She had her breakthrough with iSmart Shankar in 2019 due to which she is popularly referred as "Ismart Beauty" in the media.

## Early life and education

Nabha went to school in her home town, Sringeri and she then studied engineering in Information Technology from N.M.A.M. Institute of Technology, Udupi, Karnataka. She started modelling along with acting in plays under National Award-winning director Prakash Belawadi. She has trained in Bharatanatyam and choreographed and danced in multiple competitions during her school and college days. She underwent acting training at Abhinaya Taranga and her theatre career was started under Belawadi.

## Career
### Debut and breakthrough (2015–17)

Nabha made her acting debut at the age of 19, opposite Kannada actor Shiva Rajkumar, in the 2015 film Vajrakaya, which went on to complete over 100-days in multiple theatres in Karnataka. She has received critical appraisal from both critics and audience, critics heaped praise on her performance. Deccan Chronicle's writer noted that "Nabha Natesh as Pataka who "fires up" the screen space for a little longer than the others." Times of India's writer states that "Nabha Natesh is impressive as the tapori taking on Shivaraj Kumar" Sify's writer claimed that "Nabha Natesh has done justice to her role" Indiaglitz's writer states that "Nabha Natesh conquers the heart from her dashing role. She is like wind." and she was nominated for Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut –Kannada.
In 2017, she acted in Lee film opposite Sumanth Shailendra. In the same year, she featured in a special song in the film, Saheba.

### Tollywood debut and recognition (2018–19)

Nabha made her Telugu film debut opposite Sudheer Babu in Nannu Dochukunduvate in 2018. Deccan Chronicle's writer stated, "The film is a perfect launch vehicle for Nabha, who is a livewire and completely steals the show." 123telugu's writer said that "Nabha Natesh as she makes a striking debut. She is the life and soul of the film as Nabha breathes life into the role of Meghana." Times Of India's writer states that "Nabha Natesh unleashes the livewire in her effectively amidst these characters." Indiagltz's writer writes that "Overall, the performance is a treat, complete with a heroine who gets to speak so much, Nabha is chirpy." Telugu360's writer noted that "New heroine Nabha is a good find, she suited Meghana role. Her bubbly characterization, new backdrop as a short film actress bring additional appeal to her role."
In 2019, she starred opposite Ram Pothineni in iSmart Shankar, which opened to decent reviews upon the release and went on to become a commercial hit at the box office and completed 100 days. Perception about her started to change with the success of the film ismart. New Indian Express reported, "She is reckoned as a new-gen actor, who can breathe life into any character she portrays." The speech that Nabha Natesh made during the pre-release of Ismart Shankar received a viral response, reaching 1 million views in less than 24 hours. Neeshita Nyayapati of Times Of India stated "Nabha however delivers an earnest performance with what she's offered." Editor of 123telugu.com claimed "Nabha Natesh is impressive as Chandni and provides superb eye candy for the masses." Editor of idlebrain.com wrote "Nabha Natesh did a mass character. She oozes glamour and did well." Editor of andhraboxoffice states "Nabha is pretty good and proves to be an able female protagonist."

### Continued career (2020–present)

In 2020, Nabha starred opposite Ravi Teja in Disco Raja, opened to mixed reviews and turned out be a box office failure. Later she acted in Solo Brathuke So Better, which opened to decent reviews from the audience and critics upon the release and went on to become a commercial hit at the box office. Nabha has received an applause for her character in the film as Amrutha. Times of India wrote "Nabha's character Amrutha is being liked by viewers. Her acting is receiving special attention of the fans. The talented actor's career has been soaring ever since she starred in the 2019 sci-fi action drama, iSmartShankar." 123 Telugu writer states "Nabha too got a lot of appreciation for her role as Amrutha. Especially, Tej and Nabha looked fresh on the screen and the comedy track between them was well received. She delivered a sensible and entertaining performance and showed her class."
In 2021, Nabha starred in Alludu Adhurs co-starring Bellamkonda Sreenivas and Sonu Sood. Her next film Maestro, was directly released on Hotstar. She starred alongside Nithiin and Tamannaah.

## Personal life

Nabha has a brother, Nahush Chakravarthy, who is an upcoming actor in Kannada cinema.

## Filmography

List of films and roles :
| Year | Title | Role | Language | Notes |
| 2015 | Vajrakaya | "Pathakha" Parvathi | Kannada | |
| 2017 | Lee | Leela | Kannada | |
| 2017 | Saheba | Herself | Kannada | Special appearance in the song "Yaare Ninu Roza Huve" |
| 2018 | Nannu Dochukunduvate | Siri/Meghana | Telugu | |
| 2018 | Adhugo | Raji | Telugu | |
| 2019 | iSmart Shankar | Chandni | Telugu | |
| 2020 | Disco Raja | Nabha | Telugu | |
| 2020 | Solo Brathuke So Better | Amrutha | Telugu | |
| 2021 | Alludu Adhurs | Koumudi Reddy | Telugu | |
| 2021 | Maestro | Sophie | Telugu | |
| 2024 | Darling | Priya Rao | Telugu | |

## Awards and nominations

| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result |
| 2016 | 63rd Filmfare Awards South | Filmfare Award for Best Actress – Kannada | Vajrakaya | Nominated |
| 2019 | 8th South Indian International Movie Awards | Best Female Debut – Telugu | Nannu Dochukunduvate | Nominated |
| 2021 | 9th South Indian International Movie Awards | Best Actress – Telugu | Solo Brathuke So Better | Nominated |