Tanya Maniktala (born 7 July 1997) is an Indian actress known for her work in Hindi films, web series, and digital content. She rose to fame with the youth-centric web series Flames (2018), where her role as Ishita made her one of the most promising new faces in the Indian OTT space. Her national and international recognition increased after she played Lata Mehra in the BBC series A Suitable Boy (2020), directed by Mira Nair. Over the years, Tanya has become one of the most respected performers of her generation, appreciated for her natural acting style, expressive screen presence, and versatility.

She has since appeared in acclaimed projects including Feels Like Ishq, Chutzpah, P.I. Meena, Tooth Pari, and the action film Kill (2023). Her career continues to expand with new films, web series, and music videos across platforms.

Tanya is also known for her grounded personality, strong educational background, and early work as a copywriter before entering the film industry.

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Physical Appearance

Early Life and Education

Tanya Maniktala was born on 7 July 1997 in Delhi to a middle-class Hindu family. She spent her childhood in the capital city, where she developed a strong interest in reading, storytelling, and performing.

She completed her schooling in Delhi and later joined Shivaji College, University of Delhi, where she pursued a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature. She graduated in 2018.

During her college years, Tanya participated in theatre, writing activities, and short filmmaking assignments, which helped develop her interest in acting.

Before becoming a full-time actress, Tanya worked as a copywriter for a digital agency. This job strengthened her writing skills and gave her early exposure to the world of media and content creation.

Family

Tanya shares a close bond with her brother and sister, and many pictures of them appear on her social media. Her family has been supportive of her career from the beginning.

Career Journey

1. Early Work and Digital Debut (2017–2018)

Tanya began her acting journey with small appearances in digital videos and short content. She worked in YouTube sketches for channels like The Timeliners, where her natural screen presence was quickly noticed.

Her first structured acting role was in the web series School Days (2018).

2. Breakthrough with Flames (2018)

Her major breakthrough came in 2018 when she starred as Ishita in the highly popular web series Flames, produced by The Timeliners.

The romantic drama became a youth favourite, and Tanya received significant praise for her expressive acting and relatable presence. Flames continues to be one of the top web shows for teenage and young adult audiences.

3. Stardom with A Suitable Boy (2020)

In 2020, Tanya landed the lead role of Lata Mehra in the BBC series A Suitable Boy, directed by Mira Nair. This role changed her career completely.

• She was selected after a simple audition recommended by a friend.

• She was unaware that she was auditioning for Mira Nair’s project.

• Her performance earned strong critical acclaim globally.

The series was broadcast internationally, giving Tanya a global audience and recognition at film festivals. She also won the TIFF Rising Star Award (2020).

4. OTT and Web Series Success (2021–2024)

After the success of A Suitable Boy, Tanya appeared in multiple digital series:

• Feels Like Ishq (2021) – Netflix

• Chutzpah (2021) – Sony LIV

• How To Fall In Love (2022)

• Tooth Pari: When Love Bites (2023) – Netflix

• P.I. Meena (2023) – Amazon Prime Video

• Flames Season 3 (2023)

These projects established her as a strong and reliable actress in the OTT world.

5. Bollywood Debut and Film Career

Mumbaikar (2023)

Tanya made her film debut with Mumbaikar, featuring Vijay Sethupathi and Vikrant Massey. She played the role of Ishita.

Kill (2023–2024)

In 2024, she appeared as Tulika Singh in the action film Kill, which received international attention for its intense action sequences. Critics appreciated her emotional performance and screen presence.

Critic Sukanya Verma wrote that Tanya’s role added depth and emotional strength to the film.

Filmography

Films

Television / Web Series

Music Videos

Awards and Recognition

Tanya continues to receive nominations and recognition for her roles in digital and film formats.

Personal Interests

Tanya is also active on social media and regularly shares photos, travel updates, and behind-the-scenes content.

Social Media Accounts

Some Lesser Known Facts About Tanya Maniktala

• She became popular after playing Ishita in Flames (2018).

• She started her career with YouTube sketches on The Timeliners channel.

• Before acting, she worked as a copywriter.

• Tanya knows Spanish.

• Mira Nair selected her for A Suitable Boy after an unexpected audition.

• She started her YouTube channel in 2018.

• Her performance in A Suitable Boy earned appreciation from international critics.