Nyra Banerjee was born on 14 May 1987 in Mumbai, Maharashtra, and her birth name is Madhuurima Banerjee.

She is not only an actress but also a trained classical singer and Kathak dancer.

Before entering films, she assisted director Tony D’Souza on the Bollywood film Blue (2009), gaining behind-the-scenes experience.

Her debut in Telugu cinema was with Aa Okkadu (2009), and she simultaneously made her Hindi debut with Toss: A Flip of Destiny (2009).

She has acted across multiple industries including Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada films, making her a multilingual performer.

Nyra gained recognition in Bollywood with Kamaal Dhamaal Malamaal (2012), directed by Priyadarshan.

She appeared in One Night Stand (2016) alongside Sunny Leone, which brought her wider visibility in Hindi cinema.

In television, she became popular for her roles in Divya Drishti and Pishachini, showcasing her versatility beyond films.

She has also participated in reality shows like Bigg Boss 18 and Khatron Ke Khiladi 13, expanding her reach to mainstream audiences.

Nyra balances acting with modeling and has been featured in several music videos, adding to her diverse career portfolio.