Tamannaah Bhatia’s ‘first-ever’ video from her school days resurfaces on 36th birthday, watch how it all began

Born on 21 December 1989 in Mumbai, Tamannaah Bhatia stepped into the world of cinema at a young age with ambition and quiet determination. She made her acting debut in 2005 with the Hindi film Chand Sa Roshan Chehra at just 15. While the film did not perform well at the box office, it marked the beginning of a journey that would soon stretch across multiple Indian film industries.

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The ‘First-Ever’ Video That Started It All

On the occasion of Tamannaah Bhatia’s 36th birthday, an old video has resurfaced on social media, claimed to be her “first-ever” video appearance from her school days. Believed to be recorded during her early teenage years, the clip shows a young Tamannaah displaying confidence and comfort in front of the camera.

"I am in school, so my school teacher recommended my name to Salim uncle, so we met and... what...my picture came," said Tamannaah.

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Shared widely by fan pages and entertainment handles, the video has sparked nostalgia and admiration alike.

Early Signs of a Natural Performer

Many fans have noted that even in this early footage, Tamannaah’s expressive presence and poised body language are hard to miss. Long before professional film sets and scripts, the video hints at the screen presence that would later define her career.

Exploring New Horizons in South Cinema

Soon after her Bollywood debut, Tamannaah broadened her horizons by entering Telugu cinema with Sree in 2005 and Tamil cinema with Kedi in 2006. Though her initial projects met with mixed responses, her perseverance and growing confidence began to set her apart.

Breakthrough Roles and Rising Stardom

The year 2007 proved to be a turning point with Happy Days (Telugu) and Kalloori (Tamil). Both films earned her critical acclaim and commercial success, establishing her as a promising and relatable young actor in South Indian cinema.

Becoming a Box-Office Favourite

Over the next decade, Tamannaah evolved into one of the most dependable performers in Tamil and Telugu films. Successful projects such as Ayan, Paiyaa, 100% Love, Racha and F2: Fun and Frustration highlighted her versatility across romance, action and comedy.

The Baahubali Phenomenon

A defining high point in her career came with SS Rajamouli’s Baahubali franchise. Playing Avantika, Tamannaah became part of a global cinematic event, with Baahubali 2: The Conclusion emerging as one of the highest-grossing Indian films of all time.

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A Journey Still in Motion

Today, Tamannaah continues to reinvent herself through mainstream films, OTT projects, fashion ventures and brand endorsements. The resurfaced “first-ever” school-day video serves as a powerful reminder of how far she has come, from a confident student facing the camera to one of Indian cinema’s most celebrated stars.