Unable to make a breakthrough into the Hindi film industry, she enrolled in an English Literature course and then considered returning to Surat but chose to later accept an invitation to audition for a Telugu film. After being selected, she consequently made her acting debut in Sreenu Vaitla's coming-of-age romantic film, Sontham (2002). Her next film, Saran's big budget action film Gemeni (2002) opposite Venkatesh, garnered her further attention and her portrayal of a Marwardi girl won critical acclaim.
Unable to gain entry into the Hindi film industry, she enrolled in an English Literature course and later considered returning to Surat but decided instead to accept a role in a Telugu film. After being chosen, she made her acting debut in Sreenu Vaitla's romantic coming-of-age movie, Sontham (2002). Her subsequent film, Saran's large-scale action movie Gemeni (2002) with Venkatesh, brought her more recognition and critical praise for her portrayal of a Marwadi girl.