Leona Lishoy

Leona Lishoy

Biography

Leona Lishoy is an Indian actress and model best known for her work in Malayalam cinema.

Born on 26 April 1991 in Thrissur, Kerala, she is the daughter of Malayalam film and television actor Lishoy. Leona completed her schooling at Hari Sri Vidya Nidhi School, Thrissur, later graduating from Christ University, Bengaluru, and earning a postgraduate diploma in Business Management from Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Bengaluru.

Leona began her career as a model, appearing in advertisements before transitioning into films. She made her acting debut in 2012 with Kalikaalam, playing Sharada’s daughter, and gained her first substantial role in Jawan of Vellimala (2012), where she starred opposite Asif Ali. Over the years, she has built a reputation for her versatility, appearing in films such as Annmariya Kalippilaanu (2016), Mayanadhi (2017), Ishq (2019), 12th Man (2022), and 21 Grams (2022). Her performances in 12th Man and 21 Grams earned her the Ramu Kariat Award for Most Popular Actor (Female) in 2023.

Known for her graceful screen presence and expressive acting style, Leona has steadily grown into one of the most dependable actresses in Malayalam cinema. She continues to balance mainstream roles with character-driven performances, admired for her ability to bring depth and authenticity to her work.