Who is Vismaya Mohanlal? 5 facts that show she’s more than just a star kid or nepo-baby who lost 22 kilos

From losing more than 20 kilos to publishing her own book, she's no tantrum-prone star kid

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Manjusha Radhakrishnan, Entertainment Editor
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Mohanlal daughter, Vismaya
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While most star kids were busy perfecting their pout on Instagram, Malayalam icon Mohanlal and Suchitra's daughter Vismaya Mohanlal was busy publishing a book. 'Grains of Stardust' — a collection of poetry and paintings — showed the world she’s got soul and substance. And guess who noticed? Bollywood legend and poet Amitabh Bachchan, who called her work “a sensitive journey.” Before she makes her splash with Malayalam film 'Thudakkam', which means beginning, Gulf News has put together five things to know about the newest kid of the cinema block ...

1. She went from huffing up stairs to kicking down limits

Vismaya once confessed she was out of breath just climbing stairs. Cut to today — she’s 22 kilos lighter, stronger, and slaying Muay Thai sessions in Thailand like a boss. Her transformation isn’t about aesthetics; it’s about power, purpose, and proving you can rewrite your story at any point.

2. She’s a published Poet with Bachchan-approved stamp

Before the bright lights and movie sets, Vismaya was making waves with her words. Her poetry and art book Grains of Stardust earned a nod from none other than Amitabh Bachchan, who called it “a sensitive journey.” When your first fan is Bollywood royalty, you’re clearly doing something right.

3. Her acting debut Is Called Thudakkam — And it's just the beginning

She’s finally stepping in front of the camera with Thudakkam, directed by Jude Anthany Joseph. But don’t expect a soft launch. Aashirvad Cinemas called her “a storyteller emerging from light.” No pressure, right?

4. She trains like a fighter

Training under Coach Tony at FitKoh Thailand, Vismaya didn’t just tone up — she toughened up. Think Muay Thai, strength drills, and pushing past limits most of us would tap out at. She’s got the mindset of a warrior — with the receipts to prove it.

5. She’s redefining the 'star kid' Narrative

With her poetry, her transformation, and her cinematic debut, Vismaya isn’t coasting on a famous last name. She’s carving her own lane — one poem, punch, and performance at a time. And honestly? We’re here for it.

Manjusha Radhakrishnan
Manjusha RadhakrishnanEntertainment Editor
Manjusha Radhakrishnan has been slaying entertainment news and celebrity interviews in Dubai for 18 years—and she’s just getting started. As Entertainment Editor, she covers Bollywood movie reviews, Hollywood scoops, Pakistani dramas, and world cinema. Red carpets? She’s walked them all—Europe, North America, Macau—covering IIFA (Bollywood Oscars) and Zee Cine Awards like a pro. She’s been on CNN with Becky Anderson dropping Bollywood truth bombs like Salman Khan Black Buck hunting conviction and hosted panels with directors like Bollywood’s Kabir Khan and Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh. She has also covered film festivals around the globe. Oh, and did we mention she landed the cover of Xpedition Magazine as one of the UAE’s 50 most influential icons? She was also the resident Bollywood guru on Dubai TV’s Insider Arabia and Saudi TV, where she dishes out the latest scoop and celebrity news. Her interview roster reads like a dream guest list—Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Shah Rukh Khan, Robbie Williams, Sean Penn, Deepika Padukone, Alia Bhatt, Joaquin Phoenix, and Morgan Freeman. From breaking celeb news to making stars spill secrets, Manjusha doesn’t just cover entertainment—she owns it while looking like a star herself.
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