Roja Selvamani, known simply as Roja, remains one of the most iconic figures in South Indian cinema. Her transition from a leading actress to a powerful political leader is a journey marked by resilience, talent, and an unwavering connection with the people. While her filmography is vast, her work in the Tamil film industry during the 1990s set a benchmark for performance and screen presence.
The moniker “Roja” was given by director V. R. Mohan when she entered the Tamil film world; it stuck and became her screen identity across all languages. tamil actress roja kamakathai ra work
| Detail | Information | |--------|-------------| | | Roja Selvamani (née R. Vijayalakshmi) | | Born | 17 November 1972, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu | | Debut (Tamil) | Chembaruthi (1992) – a Malayalam‑Tamil bilingual opposite Prashanth | | Industry Span | 1992‑2008 (active in Tamil, Telugu & Kannada; later shifted to politics) | | Political Career | Joined AIADMK (1999), later BJP (2020). Currently a Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha) from Tamil Nadu. | Roja Selvamani, known simply as Roja, remains one