Lishalliny Kanaran

Actor, Model

Malaysian Selangor, Malaysia

Quick Info

ProfessionActor, Model
NationalityMalaysian
Date of Birth24/08/1997
Age28 years
BirthplaceSelangor, Malaysia

Latest News about Lishalliny Kanaran

21/06/2025

Lishalliny Kanaran publicly accused an Indian priest at Mariamman Temple in Sepang, Selangor, Malaysia, of molesting her during a blessing ritual. She detailed how the priest, under the pretext of applying holy water from India and tying a protective string, put his hands inside her blouse and bra, touched her inappropriately, and pressured her to undress claiming it would be a blessing. The incident prompted a police investigation and manhunt for the priest, who was temporarily filling in at the temple.

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameLishalliny K. Kanaran
NicknameLisha

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 9" (175 cm)
Eye ColorBrown
Hair ColorLight Brown

Educational Qualification(s)

College/University
  • Politeknik Port Dickson, Malaysia (2015-2017)
  • Infrastructure University Kuala Lumpur (IUKL), Kajang, Malaysia (2022-2025)
Qualifications
  • Diploma in Architecture from Politeknik Port Dickson
  • Bachelor of Communication (Hons.) in Corporate Communication from IUKL

Personal Life

Marital StatusUnmarried

Family

FatherKanaran Kunji Raman
MotherPusphavalli Kanaran
Siblings
  • Divaha Shanon
  • Yuvaneesh Shanon K. Kanaran

Career

OverviewLishalliny Kanaran's career began in customer service before transitioning into the entertainment industry. She initiated her ascent as an actor and model at Astro Malaysia in 2021. Furthermore, she gained recognition through beauty pageants, winning Miss Grand Malaysia in 2021 and actively participating in numerous television series.
Notable Works
  • Acted as 'Meera Shetty' in 'Jeeyum Neeyum' (2023)
  • Hosted 'Malaysian Delights' (2023)
  • Portrayed 'Yazhini' in 'Wedding Galatta' (2024)
  • Featured as 'Warsha' in 'Thigil' (2025)
Pageantry Achievements
  • 2nd runner-up in Miss Grand Selangor 2019
  • Miss Best in Evening Gown in Miss Grand Selangor 2019
  • Crowned Miss Grand Selangor 2020
  • Winner of Miss Grand Malaysia 2021
  • Top 10 finalist and Best National Costume at Miss Grand International 2021
Social MissionAfter winning Miss Grand Malaysia, she highlighted her commitment to advocacy against poverty and supporting children's education.

Favourites

QuoteBy doing what you love, you inspire and awaken the hearts of others.

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Lishalliny grew up in Selangor, Malaysia, and is fluent in Tamil, tracing her roots to India.
2. She worked at Syarikat Usahasama S.M. Sdn Bhd as a customer service representative from June 2017 to May 2018.
3. From August 2018 to June 2019, she held a part-time role as a sales representative at Magizh Meraki Copper.
4. While studying architecture, she began competing in beauty pageants, which led to significant opportunities in her career.
5. In June 2025, she reported an incident involving a priest at a temple, raising concerns about safety and accountability.
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