Love Today Heroine Reveals Shocking Telugu Favorite

Ivana isn’t one to make loud statements, but during a casual chat, the Love Today actress dropped a Telugu cinema confession that caught everyone off guard her all-time favorite is the youthful cult hit Happy Days. That one pick instantly set fan circles buzzing.

Originally named Elena Shaji, Ivana opened up about the early hurdles she faced. From being teased for her height to being advised by director Bala to adopt a more screen-friendly name during Naachiyaar, her journey has been shaped by quiet but defining moments. The shift to Tollywood with #Single was not just another job for her it was something she genuinely looked forward to.

She credits dubbed Telugu films in Malayalam for her love of Tollywood stars. And yes, she’s an Allu Arjun fan specifically, his dance. That energy, that screen presence, is what pulled her in long before she stepped into Telugu films herself. Interestingly, she also mentioned that she’s more drawn to action and adventure than romance, despite her breakout roles leaning heavily into love stories.

Ivana might have entered the Telugu space quietly, but she’s clearly looking to stay. With #Single gaining a warm reception and her own interest steering toward more offbeat roles, the Kerala native seems ready to surprise the industry again this time, not just with her favorites, but with the roles she’s chasing next.