Nayantara has been adjudged the winner of the Nandi Award for the best actress by the Andhra Pradesh government. Her performance in the movie Sri Ramarajyam has won her the honour.

A sought-after actress, who was numero uno untill she chose to quit films temporarily, made a comeback with Sri Ramarajyam. The dazzling beauty is a busy bee today. She is the preferred actress be in Tamil, Telugu or Malayalam now. Known for speaking straight, the award and honour from the Andhra Pradesh government would spread smiles across thousands of her fans. She is currently acting in director Vishnuvardhan's movie. Ajith shares the screen with her and Arya is also in the cast.