Jyothika Filmography
Jyothika, the renowned actress, has captivated audiences for decades with her exceptional talent and striking on-screen presence. Hailing from a family deeply rooted in the world of cinema, Jyothika gracefully stepped into the limelight and carved a niche for herself through her remarkable performances and unwavering commitment to her craft. Her journey is a testament to her versatility, resilience, and the power of talent.
Source: X.com (twitter)
Early Life and Career Beginnings
Born on October 18, 1977, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Jyothika hails from a family with a strong foothold in the South Indian film industry. Her father, Chander Sadanah, was a film producer, while her mother, Seema Sadanah, is a renowned housewife. Her younger sister Nagma, a prominent actress herself, had already established a prominent career in the film industry when Jyothika stepped into the world of cinema.
Jyothika made her acting debut in the Hindi film industry with the movie “Doli Saja Ke Rakhna” in 1998, directed by Priyadarshan. Her debut garnered critical acclaim, and her nuanced portrayal of the character won the hearts of audiences and critics alike. However, it was her transition to the Tamil film industry that truly solidified her position as a leading actress in the Indian film fraternity.
Tamil Cinema Triumphs
Jyothika’s foray into Tamil cinema marked a turning point in her career. Her on-screen charm, coupled with her ability to effortlessly portray a wide array of characters, quickly made her a household name. Films such as “Mugavaree” (2000), “Kushi” (2000), “Dhool” (2003), and “Chandramukhi” (2005) catapulted her to the upper echelons of stardom. Her portrayal of diverse roles, ranging from intense emotional characters to light-hearted comedic roles, showcased her versatility and acting prowess.
Jyothika Filmography
Year | Film | Role | Language |
1998 | Doli Saja Ke Rakhna | Pallavi Sinha | Hindi |
1999 | Vaali | Meena (Sona) | Tamil |
Poovellam Kettuppar | Janaki Kannan (Kalyani) | Tamil | |
2000 | Mugavaree | Viji | Tamil |
Kushi | Jennifer (Jenny / Selvi) | Tamil | |
Rhythm | Aruna Karthikeyan | Tamil | |
Uyirile Kalanthathu | Priya Mahalakshmi | Tamil | |
Thenali | Janaki | Tamil | |
Snegithiye | Vani “Vasu” Subramaniyam | Tamil | |
2001 | Little John | Vani | Tamil |
Hindi | |||
English | |||
Dumm Dumm Dumm | Ganga Veluthambi | Tamil | |
Star | Preethi | Tamil | |
Poovellam Un Vasam | Chella | Tamil | |
12B | Jyothika “Jo” | Tamil | |
2002 | Raja | Priya | Tamil |
One Two Three | Narmadha | Tamil | |
Nagarahavu | Keerthi, Prema Patel | Kannada | |
2003 | Dhool | Eshwari | Tamil |
Priyamana Thozhi | Nandhini Ashok | Tamil | |
Kaakha Kaakha | Maaya Anbuchelvan | Tamil | |
Thirumalai | Swetha | Tamil | |
Tagore | Nandini (Nandu) | Telugu | |
Three Roses | Pooja | Tamil | |
2004 | Arul | Kanmani Arulkumaran | Tamil |
Perazhagan | Priya / Shenbagam | Tamil | |
Manmadhan | Mythili | Tamil | |
Mass | Anjali | Telugu | |
2005 | Maayavi | Jothika (Jo) | Tamil |
Chandramukhi | Ganga Senthilnathan (Ganga) / Chandramukhi |
Tamil | |
2006 | Saravana | Sadhana | Tamil |
Shock | Madhuri | Telugu | |
Vikramarkudu | Mrs.Vikram Singh Rathore | Telugu | |
June R | June R. | Tamil | |
Vettaiyaadu Vilaiyaadu | Aaradhana | Tamil | |
Sillunu Oru Kaadhal | Kunthavi Gautham (Jill) | Tamil | |
2007 | Mozhi | Archana | Tamil |
Pachaikili Muthucharam | Smitha (Geetha / Kalyani) | Tamil | |
Manikanda | Mahalakshmi (Maha) | Tamil | |
Rakklippattu | Josephine | Malayalam | |
2009 | Seetha Kalyanam | Nimisha | Malayalam |
2010 | Nagavalli | Ganga Kailash | Telugu |
2015 | 36 Vayadhinile | Vasanthi Thamizhselvan | Tamil |
Massu Engira Masilamani | Herself | Tamil | |
2017 | Magalir Mattum | Prabhavathi Surendhar | Tamil |
2018 | Naachiyaar | P. Naachiyaar Kumari | Tamil |
Chekka Chivantha Vaanam | Chithra Varadharajan | Tamil | |
Kaatrin Mozhi | Vijayalakshmi Balakrishnan (Viji) / RJ Madhu | Tamil | |
2019 | Raatchasi | Geetha Rani (Ammu) | Tamil |
Jackpot | Akshaya (Akshu) | Tamil | |
Thambi | Parvathy | Tamil | |
2020 | Ponmagal Vandhal | Venba Pethuraj / Angel / Sakthi Jyothi | Tamil |
2021 | Udanpirappe | Mathangi Sargunam | Tamil |
2023 | Chandramukhi 2 | Ganga Senthilnathan | Tamil |
TBA | Kaathal – The Core | TBA | Malayalam |
Sri | TBA | Hindi | |
Black Magic | TBA | Hindi |