| Year | Film Title | Co-Star | Notes | |------|------------|---------|-------| | 2006 | Perarasu | Sarathkumar | | | 2008 | Pandhayam | Nagendra Prasad | Cameo | | 2011 | Velayudham | Vijay | Special appearance in song | | 2015 | Thakka Thakka | Vikranth | Mother role | | 2021 | Pei Mama | Yogi Babu | Horror-comedy | | 2023 | The Road | Santhosh Prathap | Mother role |
Note: Roja has also acted extensively in Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam films, but the above focuses on her Tamil filmography.
Roja was born on November 15, 1972, in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh. Despite being a Telugu-speaking actress by origin, she conquered the Tamil film industry with her dedication and ability to dub in her own voice. She made her acting debut as a child artist in Telugu but shot to fame in Tamil cinema with the 1992 blockbuster "Mannan" opposite Rajinikanth.
Roja’s debut came with Naan Sigappu Manithan (1988), a crime thriller starring Rajinikanth. Though her role was small, her expressive eyes and effortless presence caught attention. But it was Mappillai (1989), again opposite Rajinikanth, that made the industry take notice. Playing the love interest of a fiery village strongman, she held her own against the Superstar—no small feat. tamil actress roja sex video
The real turning point arrived with Thai Poosam (1991), where she starred alongside Sathyaraj. Her portrayal of a devoted sister seeking justice for her brother’s wrongful imprisonment became an instant emotional anchor for the film. Critics wrote, “Roja doesn’t just cry; she makes the audience weep.”
By 1992, she had cemented her place as a leading lady. Pandithurai (1992) with Vijayakanth and Chinna Gounder (1992) with Vijayakanth again showcased her range—from folk-based village belle to urban, assertive woman. The industry had found its new rose.
Roja has acted in over 50 Tamil films, ranging from romantic dramas to action thrillers and family entertainers. Below is the complete list organized by year. | Year | Film Title | Co-Star |
| Year | Film Title | Co-Star | Notes | |------|------------|---------|-------| | 1992 | Mannan | Rajinikanth | Debut Tamil film; blockbuster hit | | 1993 | Yejaman | Rajinikanth | Commercial success | | 1993 | Kattabomman | Napoleon | Hit | | 1994 | Nattamai | Sarathkumar | Landmark rural drama | | 1994 | Veetla Visheshanga | Satyaraj | Comedy family drama | | 1995 | Muthu | Rajinikanth | Cult classic; later dubbed into Japanese | | 1995 | Chandralekha | Vijay | One of her most famous pairings |
Even decades later, certain videos keep Roja’s memory evergreen in the digital age:
| Platform | Content Available | |----------|-------------------| | YouTube | Free songs, scenes, some full movies (e.g., Chembaruthi, Mannan, Thottil Kuzhandhai) | | Sun NXT | Several Roja Tamil films in original quality | | Hotstar (Disney+) | Select Tamil films (mostly 1990s) | | Prime Video | Occasional South Indian film collections including Roja’s movies | Note: Roja has also acted extensively in Telugu,
Note: Use search terms like “Roja Tamil full movie” or “Roja actress songs” on YouTube, filtered by videos longer than 20 minutes, to find complete films.
As supporting roles and character leads became the trend, Roja adapted beautifully.
Note: Post 2006, Roja focused entirely on her political career with the AIADMK and later the YSR Congress Party, making only cameo appearances.