Jaya Kurup

Jaya Kurup

Jaya Kurup is an Indian actress who works primarily in the Malayalam film industry, recognized mostly for her strong supporting and character roles. She is particularly noted for playing motherly figures and characters with deep emotional or dramatic weight. Jaya Kurup is the daughter of the esteemed Malayalam actor, director, and producer Madhu (Madhavan Nair). She made her debut in the 2004 Malayalam film Vamanapuram Bus Route. Over the course of her career, she has appeared in several notable films, including Sithara (2007) and Oru Indian Pranayakadha (2013). Her more recent performances have garnered attention, particularly her roles in the films Bhoothakaalam (2022) and the 2025 horror thriller Diés Iraé.

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