She is recognized for her contributions to Telugu and Tamil cinema.
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Catherine Tresa Alexander, born on September 10, 1989, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Born to Malayali Roman-Syrian Catholic parents, Frank Mario Alexander and Tresa Alexander, Catherine was raised in Dubai,
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In India, Catherine's modeling career flourished as she became the face of prominent brands such as Nalli Silks, Chennai Silks, Fast Track, Josco Jewellers, and Deccan Chronicle.
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Catherine made her acting debut in the 2010 Kannada film "Shankar IPS," opposite Duniya Vijay.
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She subsequently appeared in Malayalam films such as "The Thriller" and "Uppukandam Brothers Back in Action."
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Her portrayal of an older mentally challenged woman in the Kannada film "Godfather", alongside Upendra, garnered critical acclaim and earned her a nomination for Best Supporting Actress at the 60th Filmfare Awards South.
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In 2014, Catherine ventured into Tamil cinema with "Madras," starring opposite Karthi.