Actress Vedhika Kumar, known for her impressive repertoire of films like Petta Rap, Kanchana 3, Paradesi, Shivalinga, The Body, and Razakar, has achieved a new milestone in her illustrious career. At the recently concluded OTT Play Awards 2025, Vedhika bagged the prestigious award for ‘Best Debut in an OTT Series’ for her outstanding performance as Maya in Yakshini. The series, now streaming on JioHotstar (formerly Disney+ Hotstar), marks her debut in the OTT space and has garnered immense praise from critics and audiences alike.
Vedhika’s portrayal of Maya in Yakshini was a challenging and multi-faceted role, demanding depth, nuance, and dedication. Her stellar performance not only captivated viewers but also earned her critical acclaim, culminating in this well-deserved recognition. Winning such an honor for her debut OTT project underscores her immense potential in the digital space.
On receiving the award, Vedhika expressed her gratitude, saying:
“I am deeply honored to receive this recognition from OTT Play. Portraying the role of Yakshini has been both a rewarding and challenging experience unlike any other. I am truly grateful for the opportunity to bring this character to life, and I extend my heartfelt thanks to my producers, Shobu sir and Prasad Devineni sir of Arka Media, whose vision and dedication also brought Baahubali to the screen. My sincere gratitude to the team at JioHotstar, my director Teja Marni, and the incredible crew of Yakshini for their tireless efforts in bringing this captivating story to the audience.”
She further added:
“I’m grateful to my family—my mother and my brother—for their unwavering support and belief in me. And to my audience, whose encouragement is a constant source of motivation. Sincere thanks to OTT Play for this recognition and for celebrating the spirit of storytelling.”
Produced by Arka Media, the creators of Baahubali, Yakshini has been a resounding success on JioHotstar, solidifying Vedhika’s place as a force to be reckoned with in the OTT arena. As she looks ahead to 2025, Vedhika has an exciting lineup of projects, including Mahal, Jungle, Gajana, and two yet-to-be-announced ventures.
Congratulations to Vedhika Kumar on this incredible achievement! Here’s wishing her continued success and many more accolades in the years to come.
