Secunderabad Girl, Chennai Love Story Actor Sri Gouri Priya Thrilled to Be in Tollywood: ‘Stars Aligned for Me’ Sri Gouri Priya, a Secunderabadi actress making waves in Tollywood, recently shared her journey and experiences with Hindustan Times, highlighting her role in the film Chennai Love Story and her growing recognition in the Telugu film industry. The actress, who hails from Secunderabad but has carved a niche in Telugu cinema, described her entry into the industry as a “full circle moment,” reflecting her lifelong passion for films. Growing up watching Telugu movies in theaters, she credits her deep connection to the industry for her eventual success. Gouri emphasized that her journey to Tollywood felt like a magical alignment of stars. “I used to watch a lot of films in theatres because I am a film buff. So, I grew up watching Telugu films, listening to the music. And then, someday, all the stars and the universe kind of aligned for me,” she said. While she acknowledged the challenges of competing with countless aspiring Telugu actresses, she expressed gratitude for her breakthrough. “After Chennai Love Story’s release, I feel like people have owned me. They treat me like their own, like someone from their home, like a sister or a friend,” she added, underscoring the emotional bond she’s formed with audiences. The film, which stars Kiran Abbavaram, premiered on SonyLIV in August 2024, with a multilingual release across Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi. Gouri revealed that the project’s unique narrative resonated deeply with her. “When I heard the script, my only thought was that if I don’t say yes, it’ll be the biggest mistake of my life. Our director, Ravi Namburi, and producer-cum-writer Sai Rajesh wrote great points we don’t usually bring up in love stories,” she explained.#sonyliv #sri_gouri_priya #chennai_love_story #ravi_namburi #sai_rajesh
