Shreelakshmi Bhat

Shreelakshmi Bhat (born 22 October 2009), popularly known as Babyshree, is the Youngest Female Director, Actress, Author, Musician, Athlete, and Social Activist. Recognized as the Youngest Filmmaker, she has established herself as a Multi-Talented Achiever across Cinema, Literature, Sports, and Social Service. Her creative and social contributions have earned her multiple National and International Awards, as well as recognition in several record books worldwide.

Early Life and Education

Shreelakshmi Bhat, was born 22 October 2009 in Honnavar, Karnataka, India, into a Hindu Havyaka Brahmin Family. From her early years, she displayed an extraordinary interest in Storytelling, Performing arts, and Academics. She completed her primary schooling at Marthoma Central School, Honnavar, and is currently pursuing her further studies.

She is also a National Level Olympiad Gold Medalist, with 56+ Gold and 24+ Silver Medals in academics. Her Academic Brilliance, combined with her Artistic Instincts, shaped her multidimensional career path.

Filmography

The Youngest Female Director

Shreelakshmi Bhat made her Directorial Debut at the age of nine with the film Prakrati, The project became an important milestone because it introduced her as the Youngest Female Director.

She continued her filmmaking journey with Srushti at the age of twelve, which brought her wider recognition for its strong emotional content and fresh narrative style. This project showed that her first attempt was not a one-time achievement, but the beginning of a long and determined career.

At the age of fourteen, she directed Nadhanka, a film that reflected her growing maturity in storytelling and visual presentation. During the production, she handled two professional cameras (Red Dragon and Red Helium) and successfully led a crew of 118 members on set. Remarkably, the entire shooting process for the film was completed within ten hours, reflecting both her preparation and leadership skills.

In the same year, she expanded her creative work beyond films by releasing a music album titled Siri. In this album, she not only directed but also wrote the Lyrics, showing her range as both a Filmmaker and Lyricist.

At the age of fifteen, she completed Ruthu, another film that highlighted her ability to balance sensitive storytelling with meaningful messages, further establishing her excellence as a young filmmaker.

What makes Shreelakshmi Bhat remarkable is that for each of these projects, she independently wrote the story, screenplay, dialogues, and lyrics in addition to directing. This rare combination of creative responsibilities made her stand out as a unique filmmaker, at a young age in the Indian Cinema.

Her groundbreaking journey in filmmaking have been honored by the London Book of Records, USA Book of Records, UN Book of Records, Asian Book of Records, India Book of Records, Karnataka Book of Records, and Kalam Book of Records, earning her recognition as the Youngest Female Director.

Shreelakshmi Bhat has won 30+ National and International Awards as Best Youth Director which includes Dada Saheb Phalke Film Puraskar 2025 (Best Youth Director), Kenya International Film Festival 2024 (Best Youth Filmmaker), International Film Festival Of Melbourne 2024 (Best Female Youth Director), Goa International Film Festival 2025 (Best Youth Director), Karnataka International Film Festival 2024 (Best Youth Director), Mysuru International Film Festival 2024 (Best Female Youth Director), Nawada International Film Festival 2024 (Best Youth Director), Satyajit Ray Icon Cinema Award 2024 (Youngest Filmmaker) and many more.

Through her early directorial works, Shreelakshmi Bhat has shown that age is not a barrier to creativity and leadership. Her journey inspires young talents to believe in their dreams and pursue them with confidence. Her story stands as a reminder that determination and passion can create extraordinary achievements.

Acting Career

Cinematic Journey

Before stepping into direction, Shreelakshmi Bhat acted in 19+ films. Some of her notable films include:

Kelavu Dinagala Nantara (Lead Role)
Swechha (Lead Role)
Selfie Mummy Google Daddy (Lead Role)
Appa (Lead Role)
Paddehuli (Childhood role of heroine)
Rangamandira(Supporting Role)
Ondu Dina Ondu Kshana (Lead Role)
Kalavida (Heroine’s Childhood Role)
Makkala Sainya (Lead Role)
Jeevanave Nataka Swami (Lead Role)
Mistery (Lead Role)
Tanuja (Heroine’s Childhood Role)
Ranganayaki (Supporting Role)
Ombatthane Dikku (Supporting Role)
Edagaiye Apaghatakke Karana (Heroine’s Childhood Role)
Samidhalu (Telugu) – Lead Role
Anamadheya (Kannada) – Lead Role
Bandhavya (Kannada) – Lead Role
My Hope My India (Kannada) – Lead Role

Television Journey

Shreelakshmi Bhat has acted in 7 mega-serials, such as:

Kanmani (Kannada) – as Swara
Muddu Laxmi – Childhood role of Laxmi
Agnisakshi (Kannada)
Hoomale (Kannada) – as Kushi
Kavya (Tamil) – Supporting Role
Naathicharami (Kannada) – as Mahima
Jenugoodu (Kannada)

Shreelakshmi Bhat has been honored with 28+ national and international awards for her emotionally powerful and versatile performances as an actress.

Athletic Journey

Shreelakshmi Bhat is an accomplished International Pistol Shooter and Rifle Shooter who has represented herself in various competitions at both the National and International levels. Among her achievements, she has secured International Bronze Medal, National Gold and Silver Medals, and 35+ medals in total. Her accomplishments in shooting reflect her discipline, sharp focus, and ability to remain calm under pressure—qualities that have established her as one of the rising young sportsperson.

She is a National Level Chess Tournament Winner, highlighting her analytical skills, concentration, and strategic brilliance.

Shreelakshmi Bhat is also trained in Kickboxing, Skating, Badminton, and Archery. Her involvement in these sports highlights her interest in exploring different disciplines and her ability to adapt to varied fields. Her training reflects her versatility as a Multi-sport Learner and her enthusiasm for maintaining an active and balanced lifestyle.

Books Authored

Shreelakshmi Bhat is an established Author. She wrote her first book, Yashodiganta (Kannada), which received attention for its motivational content aimed at inspiring readers. The work was recognized for its impactful presentation of ideas, reflecting her interest in education and youth development. Her second book, Student Key Success in Alphabets, is scheduled for release, continuing her interest in guiding and motivating young learners through meaningful and structured principles.

Through her writings, she has extended her creativity beyond cinema and music, contributing to the field of literature with works that encourage readers and youth to pursue success with clarity and confidence.

Musical Career

Shreelakshmi Bhat is a Multi-Instrumentalist, a talent that adds depth to her artistic identity. She is proficient in playing Nine Instruments—Flute, Sitar, Tabla, Veena, Violin, Pakhwaj, Keyboard, Guitar, and Manjira - each reflecting a different shade of her musical versatility. Her ability to adapt across diverse musical traditions highlights her versatility and dedication to Music. This rare combination of classical depth and contemporary adaptability positions her not only as a performer but also as a cultural inspiration for traditional and modern forms of music.

Shreelakshmi Bhat has been formally trained in the Classical dance forms of Bharatanatyam and Kathak, further enriching her artistic profile. This combination of music and dance training positions her as a well-rounded performer with a deep appreciation for India’s cultural heritage as well as contemporary expressions of art.

Social Activist

Shreelakshmi Bhat is also actively engaged in Social service. She is a Trainer associated with the Srimadahava Seva Trust, to Teach Children with Autism and Intellectual disabilities, helping them develop basic learning skills and confidence through patient guidance. In addition to this, she is associated with various ashrams where she teaches Orphans and Children from underprivileged backgrounds, focusing on literacy by helping them learn to read and write. Her efforts in these institutions are aimed at empowering children with education and encouragement.

Beyond her work with children, Bhat also dedicates time to supporting senior citizens. She regularly visits old age homes, where she interacts with the elders. Her service to the elderly emphasizes respect, empathy, and the importance of giving back to the community.

Through these initiatives, she has extended her influence beyond cinema, literature, and sports, making a meaningful difference in society by combining compassion with action.

Legacy

Shreelakshmi Bhat’s diverse achievements across Cinema, Literature, Music, Academics, Sports, and Social activism have positioned her as one of India’s Inspiring Youth Icon. Her journey demonstrates how passion, discipline, and dedication can transcend boundaries of age, making her a role model for young achievers across the globe.