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Lisa AmbalavanarEnglish actress
Date of Birth: 19.02.1988
Country:  Great Britain |
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Childhood and Early Life
Lisa Hayley Ambalavanar was born on 19 February 1988, in Derby, England, to a Sri Lankan father, Jai Ambalavanar, and an English mother, Sheila Ambalavanar. Her family life remains relatively private, with the exception of her mother's career as an employment specialist, senior social work assistant, private recruitment consultant, and foster care trainer. Sadly, Sheila passed away from cancer in October 2016.
Path to Acting
Ambalavanar's early interests lay in dance, which she studied at the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA). The university, co-founded by Paul McCartney and Mark Featherstone-Witty in 1996, has also nurtured the talents of actors Gabriel Brooks and Connor Ratliff, and the members of the indie rock band The Wombats.
Film Career
In 2009, Ambalavanar embarked on her film journey with a single episode appearance in "Casualty." After adding a few more projects to her resume, she joined the cast of the long-running medical soap opera "Doctors." For 19 and 20 seasons, she played Ayesha Hanif, a doctor romantically linked to Chanelle Kulak's character.
Theatre and Beyond
Along with her TV work, Ambalavanar has taken to the stage with Fifth Word Theatre, Nottingham Arts Theatre, Fourblokes, and Nottingham Playhouse. Her acting skills have earned critical acclaim, particularly for roles in "Singin' in the Rain" and "A View from the Bridge."
Currently, she is performing in "Noises Off," Michael Frayn's most renowned play, which is touring the UK and playing at the Royal Theatre in Bath and Birmingham Rep.
Personal Life
Ambalavanar keeps her personal life private and rarely shares details in public. Her social media accounts are filled with photos of her friends, colleagues, and professional achievements rather than any indication of romantic relationships.
Recent Projects
In 2023, Ambalavanar starred in the comedy-horror "My Pet Hooligan," directed by Matthew Goodhue. The film received mixed reviews, with some critics deeming it a "weak and unoriginal slasher film" with a "dull script."
