Avantika Vandanapu Named 'South Asian Person of the Year' at Harvard University
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Avantika Vandanapu was honored as the 'South Asian Person of the Year' by the South Asian Association (SAA) at Harvard University on April 9, 2024.
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She was recognized for her remarkable achievements and significant impact in both the international and Indian entertainment industries.
Avantika was born on January 25, 2005, in California, USA, into an Indian family originally from Hyderabad, Telangana.
She began her acting career as a child artist, starring in Telugu films such as Brahmotsavam and Manamantha.
Avantika gained prominence with her first lead role in the Disney original movie 'Spin' (2021) and later appeared in Netflix's 'Senior Year' (2022).
She expanded her repertoire by debuting in the Indian OTT series 'Big Girls Don't Cry' (2024).
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