Nikhil Maliyakkal Biography Nikhil Maliyakkal is an Indian television actor and YouTuber who primarily works in Kannada and Telugu cinema and television. He was born on June 28th in Mysore to Shashi and Sulekha. Nikhil completed his schooling at Baden Powell Public School in Mysore and graduated from Acharya Institute of Technology in Bengaluru. Before entering the entertainment industry, he worked as a Business Development Executive in private companies. Nikhil made his acting debut with the Kannada film "Ooty," where he appeared in a supporting role. He then made his small screen debut with the Kannada serial "Maneye Mantralaya." Nikhil's Telugu television debut was in the serial "Gorintaku," which brought him significant recognition. He has since appeared in several other serials, including "Ammaku Teliyani Koilamma." Bigg Boss Telugu Season 8 Nikhil Maliyakkal is participating in the Telugu reality show Bigg Boss Telugu Season 8. He entered the house as the second contestant on September 1st, 2024 hosted by King Nagarjuna.