Beyond her acting prowess, Padmapriya is a trained , a skill that has often complemented her on-screen grace. Her lifestyle reflects a blend of intellectual depth and artistic passion—she holds an MBA in finance and has even worked as a risk consultant for GE Capital before fully committing to cinema.

One evening, as Padmapriya was trying out a new restaurant in Hyderabad, she stumbled upon a quaint little eatery that served the most mouth-watering biryani she had ever tasted. The chef, a kind-hearted woman named Kavitha, took a liking to Padmapriya and offered her a behind-the-scenes tour of the kitchen.