Chhaya Kadam, a Mumbai-born actress, is celebrated for her impactful roles in both Marathi and Hindi cinema. Kadam rose to prominence with standout performances in films like ‘Sairat,’ ‘Fandry,’ ‘Nude,’ and ‘Andhadhun.’ She gained widespread recognition as Manju Mai in Kiran Rao's ‘Laapataa Ladies’ and showcased her versatility in dark comedy as Kanchan Kombdi in Kunal Khemu's ‘Madgaon Express.’ Her performance in Payal Kapadia's ‘All We Imagine As Light’ at the 77th Cannes Film Festival received high acclaim, with the film winning the prestigious Grand Prix. Kadam's recent work includes her co-production debut in the psychological thriller ‘Bardovi.’