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Esther Anil
Active South Indian Cinema (Malayalam, Tamil, and Telugu Film Industry)
- FromWayanad, Kerala, India
- Based inKochi, Kerala, India / Mumbai, India
- Age25 years
- Active2010–Present
- Updated
Esther Anil – Biography
Esther Anil – Full Information
- Full Name: Esther Anil
- Popular Name: Esther Anil
- Nickname: Esther
- Profession: Actress, Model
- Known For: Breakthrough role as Anumol “Anu” George in the hit Malayalam film Drishyam (2013) and reprising the character in its Tamil (Papanasam) and Telugu (Drushyam) remakes and sequels.
- Date of Birth: August 27, 2001
- Age: 25 years (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: Wayanad, Kerala, India
- Hometown: Wayanad, Kerala, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo
- Current Residence: Kochi, Kerala, India
- Profession Category: Actor / South Indian Cinema Feature Star
Physical Appearance
- Height: 5 ft 3 in (160 cm) approx.
- Weight: 50 kg (110 lbs) approx.
- Eye Colour: Dark Brown
- Hair Colour: Black
Family Member Name
- Father: Anil Kapoor
- Mother: Manju Anil
- Siblings: Evan Anil (Brother), Eric Anil (Brother)
- Marital Status: Unmarried
- Spouse: None
- Children: None
Education Details
- Primary / Secondary School: De Paul Higher Secondary School, Kalpetta, Wayanad
- College / University: St. Xavier’s College, MumQualification: bai
- Bachelor’s Degree in Economics
Career Highlight
| Year | Career Highlight |
| 2010 | Acting debut as Young Malli in the Malayalam film Nallavan |
| 2013 | Breakout fame starring as Anumol George in the hit thriller Drishyam |
| 2014 | Reprised her role as Anupama in the Telugu remake Drushyam |
| 2015 | Played Meena in the Tamil remake Papanasam alongside Kamal Haasan |
| 2017 | Featured in a prominent role in the Malayalam movie Gemini |
| 2019 | Debut as a adult lead heroine in the fantasy drama film Oolu |
| 2020 | Lead role in the Telugu political drama film Johar |
| 2021 | Reprised her popular role as Anu George in the sequel Drishyam 2 |
| 2021 | Reprised her role in the Telugu sequel Drushyam 2 |
| 2022 | Featured alongside Manju Warrier in the Malayalam film Jack N Jill |
| 2024 | Starred in the Tamil feature film Minmini |
Awards List
| Year | Award Name | Category | Film | Result |
| 2014 | Jaihind TV Film Awards | Best Child Artist | Drishyam | Won |
| 2014 | Asianet Film Awards | Best Child Artist | Drishyam | Nominated |
| 2015 | Santosham Film Awards | Best Child Actor | Drushyam | Won |
| 2016 | Kerala Film Critics Association Awards | Best Child Artist | Papanasam | Won |
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About Esther Anil
What is Esther Anil's most famous movie role?
She is best known for playing Anumol "Anu" George, the younger daughter of Georgekutty (played by Mohanlal), in the hit crime-thriller Drishyam and its remakes across multiple languages.
Has Esther Anil played the same character in different language remakes?
Yes, she played the same character in the original Malayalam Drishyam, the Telugu version Drushyam, and the Tamil remake Papanasam.
Where did Esther Anil complete her higher education?
She completed her graduation in Economics at the prestigious St. Xavier's College in Mumbai.
What was Esther Anil's debut movie as a lead heroine?
She made her debut as a lead heroine in the 2019 Malayalam fantasy film Oolu, directed by Shaji N. Karun.
When did Esther Anil make her screen debut?
She made her screen debut as a child artist in the 2010 Malayalam film Nallavan.
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