Stethoscopes and Spotlight! Actress Sreeleela completes her MBBS

Hyderabad: Maintaining a balance between academia and artistry is a rarity in the fast-paced world of cinema, where young actors often feel pressured to focus solely on their careers; Sreeleela defied all odds and completed her MBBS education.

Sreeleela, a name that has quickly become synonymous with talent in Telugu cinema, has added another remarkable achievement to her list – completing her MBBS. After a year-long break from the film industry, the actress returned to the spotlight not only with a renewed energy but also as a qualified medical professional.

Sreeleela is an American-born actress of Indian origin, primarily working in Telugu and Kannada cinema. Born on June 14, 2001, in Detroit, Michigan, USA, she was raised in Bangalore, India. From a young age, Sreeleela trained in Bharatanatyam dance, showcasing her dedication to both arts and academics.

Her mother, Dr Swarnalatha, is a renowned Obstetrician, Gynaecologist and Infertility Specialist based in Bangalore, with over two decades of clinical experience. Inspired by her mother's medical profession, she pursued an MBBS degree.

In 2023, Sreeleela juggled the demanding schedules of multiple film shoots while also preparing for and completing her final year of MBBS. This pause in her career wasn’t a typical break; it was a conscious decision to prioritize her medical education. Despite the constant buzz around her rising career, Sreeleela’s commitment to completing her MBBS education is a testament to her discipline and determination.

Speaking to TeluguCinema, Sreeleela said, “In 2023, I was juggling multiple shoots—sometimes working four to five shifts a day! Since I was also in the final year of my MBBS, I had decided well in advance to take a break and focus on my studies. I turned down several promising projects for this reason, but now that I’ve completed my degree, I’m back with renewed energy.”

Now, Sreeleela is making her grand return to the film industry with Robinhood, a project she describes as one of the most entertaining of her career.

“I play Neera Vasudev, a vibrant young woman who returns to India from abroad. She lives in her own world, believing everything revolves around her, making her character endearing and full of life,” Sreeleela on her role in Robinhood.

On her upcoming projects in the pipeline, she told the daily, “I am currently working on 'Parashakti' in Tamil. In Telugu, I’m shooting for ''Mass Jatara” alongside Ravi Teja garu. Additionally, I’m part of Junior, a Kannada-Telugu bilingual. Apart from these, a few other projects are in discussion, and I will reveal details soon.”