Madonna Sebastian

Biography

Madonna Sebastian (born Oct 01, 1992) is an Indian actress and singer, known for her work in Malayalam, Tamil, and Telugu cinema. She started her career in the entertainment industry as a playback singer before transitioning to acting. Madonna made her acting debut in 2015 with the Malayalam film "Premam," directed by Alphonse Puthren. Her role as Celine George, a college student who eventually marries the protagonist, was widely appreciated and helped her gain a strong foothold in the industry. The film's massive success opened doors for her in other regional cinemas. She continued her success streak with notable performances in films like "King Liar" (2016), where she starred alongside Dileep, and "Kadhalum Kadanthu Pogum" (2016), her Tamil debut directed by Nalan Kumarasamy, opposite Vijay Sethupathi. Her portrayal of Yazhini, a strong-willed yet sensitive character, received critical acclaim. In 2017, Madonna ventured into Telugu cinema with "Premam," the Telugu remake of her debut film, maintaining her role as Celine. Her other significant works include "Kavan" (2017), a Tamil social thriller, and "Iblis" (2018), a fantasy comedy in Malayalam. Madonna's achievements include her impactful debut in "Premam" (2015), which was a blockbuster hit and received multiple awards. Her performance was highly praised, earning her nominations for Best Debut Actress at various award ceremonies. Her role in "Kadhalum Kadanthu Pogum" (2016) earned critical acclaim and showcased her versatility in handling different genres and languages. "Kavan" (2017) was a box office success that further solidified her position in Tamil cinema. Apart from acting, Madonna is also an accomplished singer, lending her voice to various film songs and amassing a substantial fan following for her musical talent.