Survivor Tamil contestant Gayathri Reddy: Here’s everything you need to know about this model turned actress

Survivor Tamil hosted by Arjun is all set for its premiere on September 12 and Gayathri is one of the promising contestants of the show. Here's a quick look at some lesser known facts about the model-turned-actress. (Photo - Instagram / Twitter)

Gayathri Reddy, who hails from Chennai, has obtained her bachelor's degree in engineering. (Photo - Instagram / Twitter)

Gayathri has been a model right from her childhood. She has modelled for a diaper commercial even before she could start taking baby steps. (Photo - Instagram / Twitter)

Gayathri Reddy went on to become the finalist of the beauty pageant Miss India 2016. She won titles like Miss Talented and Miss Fashion Icon. (Photo - Instagram / Twitter)

Gayathri is a successful model and has worked with noted Bollywood actors Sushant Singh Rajput, Arjun Kapoor, Varun Dhawan and many others. (Photo - Instagram / Twitter)

Gayathri made her acting debut with Tamil movie Bigil alongside South superstar Vijay, Nayanthara and others. She portrayed the role of footballer Maari. (Photo - Instagram / Twitter)

Gayathri is a Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) enthusiast. She has learnt self defence skills like boxing, Jiu Jitsu, Kickboxing, Judo and Muay Thai, to name a few. (Photo - Instagram / Twitter)

Gayathri is an animal lover and loves to spend time with dogs. (Photo - Instagram / Twitter)

Gayathri is a self-taught painter too. (Photo - Instagram / Twitter)

Gayathri is an ardent fitness freak and never misses a chance to hit the gym. (Photo - Instagram / Twitter)