Sreeleela's Rise in Cinema and Rumored Romance with Tilak Varma

Sreeleela, a rising star in the film industry, is making waves with her upcoming Bollywood debut alongside Kartik Aaryan. At just 24, she has already starred in major Telugu films and completed her medical education. Amidst her success, rumors about her relationship with cricketer Tilak Varma have surfaced, fueled by their recent public appearances together. While Sreeleela has not confirmed these speculations, her past rumored relationships and her impressive filmography continue to draw attention. Discover more about her journey and the latest updates on her personal life.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 17, 2026, 08:42 IST

Sreeleela's Journey in the Film Industry

Sreeleela is steadily establishing herself in the film industry. At the young age of 24, she has already starred in several major Telugu films and is eagerly anticipating her Bollywood debut in Anurag Basu’s forthcoming romantic drama alongside Kartik Aaryan. While juggling her film commitments, she also completed her education and became a doctor, following in her mother's footsteps. As a rising star, there is considerable interest in her personal life, particularly regarding her rumored relationship with cricketer Tilak Varma. Currently, Sreeleela has not addressed these dating speculations.

Are Sreeleela and Tilak Varma an Item?

Sreeleela and Tilak Varma in a relationship?

Unconfirmed reports suggest that Sreeleela and Tilak have been romantically involved for nearly a year. Their recent public outings have sparked speculation among fans. In December 2025, the actress visited the Sri Venkateswara Swami Temple with her mother for Vaikuntha Ekadashi, where Tilak was also spotted with his family. Additionally, Sreeleela’s mother, Dr. Swarnalatha, was seen with players from the Mumbai Indians during a recent IPL match against the Punjab Kings at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala. To further fuel the rumors, Sreeleela attended the T20 World Cup match at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, where a team member wore a jersey emblazoned with ‘Tilak’ on the back.

Previous Rumors Surrounding Sreeleela and Tilak Varma

Sreeleela, Tilak Varma's past rumoured relationships

Previously, Sreeleela was linked to her co-star Kartik Aaryan. Their frequent appearances together at events and festivals led to speculation about their relationship. Sreeleela and her mother even traveled to Mumbai to celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi with Kartik and his family. Aaryan’s mother, Dr. Mala Tiwari, expressed her desire for a daughter-in-law who is also a doctor. On the other hand, Tilak was rumored to have been in a relationship with Indu Barma, a player from the Nepali women's national cricket team, although they never confirmed their relationship publicly.

Sreeleela's Filmography

Sreeleela movies

Sreeleela began her acting career at a young age with minor roles. One of her notable projects was Bhagavanth Kesari, which received the Best Feature Film award in Telugu at the 71st National Film Awards. She was last seen in Ustaad Bhagat Singh. Following her Hindi film debut, she is also set to appear in Dhanush 55.

Who is Tilak Varma?

Tilak Varma is an emerging Indian international cricketer, known for his left-handed batting style. Born in Hyderabad, he gained fame after making his IPL debut with the Mumbai Indians in 2022.