A sleeper hit featuring her in a lead ensemble role. Pattiyal (2006): A commercially successful action thriller. Critical Acclaim: Naan Kadavul and Vidiyum Munn
Beyond Tamil films, Pooja is a leading superstar in Sri Lanka. Her notable Sinhala works include:
Pooja’s career reached new heights when she took on challenging, non-glamorous roles:
Pooja Umashankar , mononymously known as , is a celebrated Indian-Sri Lankan actress who has left a significant mark on both Kollywood and Sinhala cinema . Born on June 25, 1981, in Colombo, she is recognized for her versatility and ability to handle intense, character-driven roles alongside commercial hits. Early Career and Rise to Fame
A major financial success where she played the romantic interest of Ajith Kumar.
This big-budget film became the highest-grossing movie in Sri Lankan history at the time.
Pooja made her acting debut in the 2003 Tamil film Jay Jay , where her performance was praised for being "spirited and lively". She quickly became a household name with a string of successful Tamil films: Her debut alongside R. Madhavan.
After a brief sabbatical, she returned with this thriller, winning the Norway Tamil Film Festival Award for Best Actress for her performance as Rekha. Stardom in Sinhala Cinema