Tharshi Priya (born on November 3, 1992), also known as Priya Tharshini Steephan, is a Sri Lankan Tamil actress, director, and digital creator from Jaffna, Sri Lanka, currently living in Colombo. She is best recognized on Instagram under the handle @tharshi_priya, where she has 25K+ followers. A proud Tamil, she completed her early education at St. Anthony’s Girls’ School, J/Navatkuli Maha Vidyalayam, and Vembadi Girls High School, later graduating from the University of Jaffna. She is admired for her motto: “அம்மா அப்பா உயிரோட இருக்கும்போதே உங்களால் முடிந்ததை செய்யுங்கள்” (Do everything you can for your parents while they are alive).
Professionally, Tharshi Priya has pursued a versatile path as both an actress and director. She gained recognition for her role in the film “Lucy”, which showcased her acting talent. Alongside her entertainment career, she works as a Senior HR Business Partner at NSC International Pvt Ltd, balancing corporate leadership with her creative passions. Her artistic journey, combined with her professional accomplishments, has made her a respected figure both in Sri Lanka’s Tamil cinema and the business sector.
On the personal side, Tharshi Priya is in a relationship and continues to share glimpses of her personal and professional life through her official Instagram. Living in Colombo, she embodies modern Tamil womanhood — gracefully balancing family values, career, and creativity.
