| Shamna was born in Kannur, Kerala, India, as the youngest of five siblings in a Muslim family. |
| She is a skilled Kathak and Bharatnatyam dancer who began her dancing career performing in shows and competitions. |
| At 15 years old in 2004, she started her acting journey. |
| Known by her stage name Poorna, she gained recognition for her role as Mohini in the Telugu series Avunu. |
| Shamna is praised as the 'horror queen' and 'ghost queen' of Telugu cinema for her exceptional performances in horror films. |
| She is recognized for her dedication to her roles, including going hairless for a character in a movie. |
| Her talent has landed her on the cover of numerous magazines over the past decade. |
| In a relationship for two years, she decided to part ways with her boyfriend to respect both families. |
| Her noteworthy roles include performances in Avunu, Avunu 2, Savarakathi, Nuvvala Nenila, Raju Gari Gadhi, and Avanthika. |
