According to epigraphical findings, Hiranyavarman, the father of Nandivarman Pallavamalla belonged to the Kadavakula. Nandivarman II himself is described as "one who was born to raise the prestige of the Kadava family".
Based on epigraphical evidence, Hiranyavarman, the father of Nandivarman Pallavamalla, hailed from the Kadavakula clan. Nandivarman II was characterized as someone destined to enhance the reputation of the Kadava lineage.