Suma Kanakala is an Indian television presenter, actress and producer, known primarily for her work in Telugu television. He has hosted many television shows, film events, award functions and celebrity programs. She gained immense popularity as the host of the Telugu game show ‘Star Mahila’.
Suma has also worked as an actress in television serials and films. In recent years, she has been seen at major events in Telugu entertainment. In September 2026, she caught everyone’s attention with her fun dance performance with actor Raghav Juyal at the pre-release event of ‘The Paradise’.
Suma Kanakala Bio/Wiki
Suma Kanakala was born on March 22, 1975, in Palakkad, Kerala. As of 2026, she is 51 years old. When she was very young, her family moved to Secunderabad due to her father’s job with the Indian Railways. She grew up in Secunderabad and completed her schooling there. Suma studied at St. Ann’s High School and later enrolled at Railway Degree College in Lallaguda.
Although Suma hails from Kerala, she became deeply connected to the Telugu entertainment industry. She learned the Telugu language and went on to become one of the well-known faces of Telugu television.
Suma Kanakala Personal Information
| Full Name | Suma Kanakala |
| Birth Name | Pallassana Paachuveettil Suma Menon |
| Profession | Actress, Television Presenter, Producer |
| Date of Birth | 22 March 1975 |
| Age | 51 years (as of 2026) |
| Birthplace | Palakkad, Kerala, India |
| Hometown | Secunderabad, Telangana |
| School | St. Ann’s High School |
| College | Railway Degree College in Lallaguda |
| Qualification | Graduate |
| Height | 5’4″ (164 cm) |
| Figure Measurements (approx.) | 32-26-32 |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair color | Black |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
| Hobbies | Singing, Travelling |
| Net Worth | Not Known |
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Suma Kanakala Debut
| Film Debut | Kalyana Praapthirasthu (1996) |
| TV Debut | Amaravathi Ki Kathayein (1994) |
Suma Kanakala Family & Relationship
Suma Kanakala is married to Telugu actor Rajeev Kanakala. After being in a relationship for several years, the couple tied the knot on February 10, 1999.
Suma and Rajeev have two children—Roshan Karthik Kanakala and Manasvini Kanakala. Rajeev has worked in both Telugu films and television.
The couple has worked together in the entertainment industry and has appeared in several television projects together.
| Marital Status | Married |
| Husband | Rajeev Kanakala (Telugu actor) |
| Marriage Date | 10 February 1999 |
| Father | P. N. L. Pranavi Narayanan Kutty Nair |
| Mother | Pallassana Paachuveettil Vimala |
| Children | Son – Roshan Karthik Kanakala Daughter – Manaswini Kanakala |
| Father-in-law | Devadas Kanakala |
| Mother-in-law | Lakshmi Kanakala |
Suma Kanakala Career
Suma Kanakala began working in the entertainment industry at a very young age. She started her career as a television presenter when she was around 16 years old.
Thanks to her spirited style and her ability to interact effortlessly with celebrities and audiences alike, she gradually rose to fame as an anchor. She has hosted film audio launches, award ceremonies, television programs, and various other entertainment events.
Suma has also worked in television serials and telefilms. Her early television projects include ‘Swayamvaram’, ‘Anveshita’, ‘Geetanjali’, and ‘Ravoyi Chandamama’.
A major milestone in Suma Kanakala’s career was ‘Star Mahila’, a popular Telugu television game show aired on ETV.
This show became deeply associated with her career and helped her reach a wider audience. Her hosting style and the way she interacted with contestants made her a popular television presenter among Telugu-speaking viewers.
Suma Kanakala as a Producer
Apart from anchoring and acting, Suma has also worked as a producer.
Suma Kanakala launched her own production house, ‘K. Suma Rajeev Creations’, in 2012. This production house was associated with television programs such as ‘Lakku Kikku’, which aired on Zee Telugu.
She has also produced shows like ‘Jeans’ and ‘Kevvu Keka’.
Suma Kanakala Movies
| Year | Movie | Role |
| 2025 | Premante | Asha Mary |
| 2022 | Jayamma Panchayathi | Jayamma |
| 2013 | Baadshah | Herself |
| 2007 | Dhee | Shankar Goud’s henchman’s wife |
| 2005 | Premikulu | Herself |
| 2004 | Swarabhishekam | News reporter |
| 2004 | Varsham | Venkat’s sister |
| 2002 | Joruga Husharuga | Kanchana’s sister |
| 2001 | Kalisi Naduddam | Vijay’s Friend |
| 2000 | Chala Bagundi | Vijaylakshmi |
| 1998 | Pavitra Prema | Swapna |
| 1998 | Oro Villiyum Kathorthu | Subhadra |
| 1997 | Ishtadanam | Anitha Varma |
| 1997 | Newspaper Boy | Sita |
| 1996 | Kalyana Praapthirasthu |
Suma Kanakala TV Shows
| Year | TV Shows | Role |
| 2023-Present | Suma Adda | Host |
| 2021 | Start Music – Season 3 | Host |
| 2020 | All Is Well | Host |
| 2019-2022 | Cash | Host |
| 2018 | Sixth Sense | As a contestant |
| 2017 | Wife Chethilo Life | Host |
| 2017 | Sell Me the Answer | Host |
| 2015 | Genes | Host |
| 2015 | Kevvu Keka | Host |
| 2014 | Panchavataram | Host |
| 2013 | Bhale Chance Le | Host |
| 2012 | Lakku Kikku | Host & Producer |
| 2011-2012 | Pelli Choopulu | Host |
| 2007-2021 | Star Mahila | Host |
| 1997-1999 | Anveshitha | Clara |
| 1994-1995 | Amaravathi Ki Kathayein | — |
Suma Kanakala Awards
- In 2009, she received the Limca Fresh Face Award for her work in the entertainment industry.
- In 2010, she won the Nandi Award for Best TV Anchor for the television show Panchavataram.
- In 2010, she received the Cinegoer Award for Best Anchor for Star Mahila.
- In 2010, she received the Local TV Media Award for Best Anchor for Star Mahila.
- In 2018, she won the Apsara Award for Entertainer of the Year.
- Star Mahila received recognition in the Limca Book of Records for its long-running television journey.
Suma Kanakala Social Media Accounts
| @sumakanakala | |
| Threads | @sumakanakala |
Suma Kanakala Interesting Facts
- Suma was born in Palakkad, Kerala, but she primarily grew up in Secunderabad.
- She began hosting television programs at a young age.
- She is proficient in several Indian languages.
- ‘Star Mahila’ became one of the most significant shows of her television career.
- Suma is also an actress and a producer.
- She is married to Telugu actor Rajeev Kanakala.
- Suma and Rajeev Kanakala have two children.
- She has hosted numerous Telugu film events and award functions.
- She has also appeared in films such as ‘Varsham’ and ‘Dhee’.
- In 2026, she appeared alongside Raghav Juyal at the pre-release event for ‘The Paradise’.
