| Year | Title | Role / Notes | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | 2011 | Mayakkam Enna | Padmini, her film debut | | 2015 | 144 | Part of a wave of non-mainstream films | | 2016 | Iraivi | Malar, critically acclaimed role ** | | 2016 | Kuttrame Thandanai | Anu, won Vikatan Award for Best Supporting Actress** | | 2016 | Aandavan Kattalai | Aarthi | | 2018 | Katheyondu Shuruvagide | Kannada debut** |
Born to an Indian father and a Sri Lankan mother, Pooja is well-versed in Tamil, Sinhala, Kannada, and English. This unique background allowed her to achieve a rare feat: establishing herself as a leading commercial star in Tamil Nadu while simultaneously becoming one of the most prominent, highest-grossing actresses in the history of Sri Lankan Sinhala cinema. Complete Tamil Filmography & Key Breakthroughs
2. Rising Stardom & Directorial Collaborations (2006–2008)
Pooja's breakthrough role came in 2004 with the Tamil film "Varusham," directed by K. S. Sethumadhavan. Her performance as a strong-willed and independent woman earned her critical acclaim and recognition. The film's success marked a turning point in Pooja's career, and she soon became a sought-after actress in Tamil cinema.
During this era, Pooja began collaborating with prominent new-age directors to break away from standard romantic tropes.
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