From acting to securing AIR 51 in UPSC CSE, IPS Simala Prasad cracked the exam in her first attempt without coaching.
Simala Prasad, who excelled in both acting and administration, secured AIR 51 in UPSC without coaching and now serves as an IPS officer in Madhya Pradesh.
Born on October 8, 1980, in Bhopal, Simala Prasad grew up with a passion for art and education. Her father was an IAS officer and MP, while her mother is a renowned writer.
Even after clearing UPSC, Simala Prasad remained connected to acting. She made her Bollywood debut in 2017 with the film Alif but always prioritized her police service.
Simala's mother, Mehrunnisa Parvez, is a renowned writer, while her father, Dr Bhagirath Prasad, is a former IAS officer, Vice-Chancellor, and MP.
Simala Prasad made her film debut with Zaigham Imam's Alif, which was released in February 2017. She later appeared in the 2019 film Nakkash.