Actor
Laya
Based In
Los Angeles, California, USA
Origin
Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, India
Years Active
1992 – Present
Laya Biography
Laya Full Information
- Full Name: Laya Gorty
- Stage Name: Laya
- Profession: Actress, Classical Dancer
- Industry: Telugu Film Industry, Tamil Film Industry, Malayalam Film Industry
- Years Active: 1992 – Present
- Date of Birth: 21 October 1981
- Age: 44 years (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, India
- Current Location: Los Angeles, California, USA
- Nationality: Indian
- Religion: Hinduism
- Zodiac Sign: Libra
- Marital Status: Married
Family Members
- Father: Not Publicly Available
- Mother: Dr. Swarna Kumari (Teacher and Classical Music Expert)
- Husband: Dr. Sri Ganesh Gorty
- Children: 2
Education
- Schooling: Andhra Pradesh, India
- Qualification: Graduate
- Trained in Classical Dance from a young age
Physical Appearance
- Height: Around 5 feet 5 inches
- Weight: Around 58 kg
- Hair Color: Black
- Eye Color: Black
Career Highlight
| Year | Movie Name | Career Highlight |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Bhadram Koduko | Debut as child artist |
| 1999 | Swayamvaram | Debut as lead actress |
| 2000 | Manoharam | Critically appreciated role |
| 2000 | Devullu | Popular family drama appearance |
| 2001 | Preminchu | Award-winning performance |
| 2001 | Hanuman Junction | Major commercial success |
| 2002 | Nuvvu Leka Nenu Lenu | Popular romantic drama |
| 2003 | Missamma | Recognized supporting role |
| 2004 | Swarabhishekam | Family entertainer success |
| 2005 | Thommanum Makkalum | Entry into Malayalam cinema |
| 2006 | Tata Birla Madhyalo Laila | Successful comedy entertainer |
| 2010 | Brahmalokam To Yamalokam Via Bhulokam | Special cameo appearance |
| 2018 | Amar Akbar Anthony | Comeback appearance |
| 2025 | Thammudu | Return to prominent roles |
| 2026 | Sampradayini Suppini Suddapoosani | Upcoming featured role |
Awards List
| Year | Award Category | Award Name | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Special Jury Award | Nandi Awards | Swayamvaram | Won |
| 2000 | Best Actress | Nandi Awards | Manoharam | Won |
| 2001 | Best Actress | Nandi Awards | Preminchu | Won |
About Laya
Laya is an Indian actress mainly known for Telugu films.
Her full name is Laya Gorty.
Yes, she is married to Dr. Sri Ganesh Gorty.
Preminchu is considered one of her most popular films.
She currently lives in the United States.