Remember the child starlet Hansika Motwani from Shaka Laka Boom Boom? Well the actress has sure come a long way post that show. Knowing of a fierce competition in Bollywood, the fair and lovely girl has not only chosen the Southern cinema as her mecca for stardom but also for her ultimate love. 

The actress recently celebrated her 22nd Birthday with her starry love Simbu, the Kollywood superstar. Here are some exclusive photographs from her private party..

Simbu recently revealed his love for this beautiful lady over a social network website. On the eve of her birthday, Simbu posted a birthday wish on micro-blogging site Twitter. "Many more happy returns of the day my princess @ihansika ... love u and god bless u ma :)" he said.

Hansika and Simbu, who initially denied reports that they were seeing each other, finally came out in the open about their relationship last month. The young stars of south cinema confirmed their love on the social networking site, surprising their fans. 

The duo will be seen sharing screen space for the first time in their upcoming Tamil film "Vaalu". Fans will be eagerly waiting to see their chemistry in the film, post their public declaration of love.

She began her television career in 2003 as a popular child artiste, even appearing on an Ekta Kapoor hindi serial. In the same year, she was seen as the adorable girl in the movie, 'Koi...Mil Gaya' that starred Hrithik Roshan. She won a Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut – South for the Telugu movie, 'Desamuduru' that starred Allu Arjun.

She also tried her luck in Bollywood with the movie, 'Aap Ka Surroor' in 2007, co-starring Himesh Reshammiya. In 2011, she starred opposite Vijay in the movie, 'Velayudham' and it went on to become a commercial success.But it was her performance in the movie, 'Oru Kal Oru Kannadi' that was praised by critics.

Well to the new south India cinema sensation,team Guiltybytes wishes a very happy Birthday!