Yami Gautam (born
In 2010, she made her cinematic debut with Kannada film
Ullasa Utsaha, co-starring Ganesh. In 2012, Gautam made her Bollywood debut in
Shoojit Sircar's romantic comedy Vicky Donor, which touched on the topic of
sperm donation. Upon release, the film was a critical and commercial success,
and Gautam gained positive reviews for her performance.
Career
Gautam was 20 when she moved to Mumbai to pursue a career in
movies. She made her television debut with Chand Ke Paar Chalo, which was
followed by Raajkumar Aaryyan. Following this, she played her most notable role
in Yeh Pyar Na Hoga Kam, which aired on Colors. Furthermore, she
participated in the reality shows Meethi Choori No.1 and Kitchen Champion
Season 1.
Gautam made her film debut in Kannada film Ullasa Utsaha. Whilst
the film failed at the box office, Gautam received positive reviews for her
performance.
Gautam later made her Bollywood debut with Vicky Donor, in
which she starred opposite Ayushmann Khurrana. She played the role of Bengali
girl Ashima Roy, a girl who falls in love with a Punjabi boy with a past. Despite
its small budget, the movie became a major commercial success and received
critical appreciation. Gautam received appreciation for her performance. Taran
Adarsh writes "Yami Gautam makes an imposing debut. She adds enormous
value to the movie by her act, screen presence and striking looks. She's truly
admirable towards the latter part of the film." Madhureeta Mukherjee adds
that Gautam "is a sheer delight to watch, emoting effortlessly."
In 2012, she featured on the cover page of Prevention (magazine)
and Wedding Affair which discussed her life, personality and interest in Hot
yoga. Furthermore, she featured on the cover of Femina (magazine) November 2012
issue.
Gautam is currently filming for Hamara Bajaj, Gouravam,
Tamilselvanum Thaniyar Anjalum, Courier Boy Kalyan and Aman Ki Aasha.
