Nadhiya
Biography
Zareena Moidu, who is known by her stage name Nadhiya, is an Indian film actress born on October 24, 1966, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. She predominantly appears in Malayalam and Tamil films, and has also acted in a few Telugu films. She made her debut in 1984 in the Malayalam movie Nokketha Doorathu Kannum Nattu, starring alongside Mohanlal and Padmini. This movie was remade in Tamil in 1985 as Poove Poochudava, featuring Padmini, which marked Nadhiya's debut in Tamil cinema. Throughout her career, she has acted alongside most of the leading artists in the Tamil and Malayalam film industries. Her other known names include Nadiya Moithu and Nathiya.
Career overview
Zareena Moidu, who is known by her stage name Nadhiya, is an Indian film actress born on October 24, 1966, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. She predominantly appears in Malayalam and Tamil films and has also acted in a few Telugu films throughout her acting career. Her filmography includes credits across the Malayalam and Tamil film industries, where she has acted alongside most of the leading artists.
Nadhiya made her acting debut in 1984 in a Malayalam movie named Nokketha Doorathu Kannum Nattu, appearing alongside Mohanlal and Padmini. Following this initial release, the movie was remade in Tamil as Poove Poochudava in 1985, featuring Padmini and marking Nadhiya's debut in the Tamil film industry.
Also known by the names Nadiya Moithu and Nathiya, the actress maintains a recognized presence in Indian cinema with a career spanning numerous known credits. Her foundational work in both Malayalam and Tamil features established her career alongside prominent co-stars during her debut years.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
51 titles- Bachelor Party D'eux (2026)
- Manorathangal (2024) as Balu's Chechi
- Let's Get Married (2023) as Leela
- Ante... Sundaraniki! (2022) as Leela's Mother
- Sarkaru Vaari Paata (2022) as Bank Officer
- Putham Pudhu Kaalai Vidiyaadhaa (2022) as Yashoda
- Bheeshma Parvam (2022) as Fathima
- Ghani (2022) as Madhuri
- The Warriorr (2022) as Satya's Mother
- Wonder Women (2022) as Nandita
- Varudu Kaavalenu (2021) as Prabha
- Drushyam 2 (2021) as Geetha Prabhakar
- Miss India (2020) as Kamala
- Like a Midnight Dream (2019)
- Naa Peru Surya - Naa Illu India (2018) as Satya
- Nieraali (2018) as Mollykutty
- A Aa (2016) as Mahalakshmi, Anasuya's mother
- Girls (2016) as Deepika
- Bruce Lee: The Fighter (2015) as Vasundhara (Jayaraj's 2nd wife)(official)
- Drushyam (2014) as I.G. Geetha Prabhakar
- Mirchi (2013) as Latha
- Atharintiki Daaredi (2013) as Sunanda
- Doubles (2011) as Gowri
- Sevenes (2011) as Amala Vishnunadhan IPS
- Pattalam (2009) as Daisy
- Sandai (2008) as Thangalakshmi
- Thaamirabharani (2007) as Sakunthaladevi Saravanaperumal
- M. Kumaran S/O Mahalakshmi (2004) as Mahalakshmi
- Rajakumaran (1994)
- Chinna Madam (1994) as Tamilarasi
- En Veedu En Kanavar (1990) as Radha
- Rajathi Raja (1989) as Lakshmi
- Irandil Ondru (1988)
- Chinna Thambi Periya Thambi (1987)
- Paadu Nilave (1987) as Sangeetha
- Anbulla Appa (1987) as Radha
- Poomazhai Pozhiyudhu (1987)
- Iniya Uravu Poothathu (1987)
- Uyire Unakkaaga (1986) as Uma
- Poovinu Puthiya Poonthennal (1986) as Neetha
- Shyama (1986) as Shyama
- Panchagni (1986) as Savithri
- Atham Chithira Chothy (1986)
- Mandhira Punnagai (1986) as Geetha and Sheela
- Unakkaagave Vaazhgiren (1986) as Chitra
- Onningu Vannengil (1985) as Meera
- Koodum Thedi (1985) as Judy
- Kandu Kandarinju (1985) as Aswathy
- Poove Poochudava (1985) as Sundari
- Vannu Kandu Keezhadakki (1985)
- Nokkethadhoorathu Kannum Nattu (1984) as Girly Mathew
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Nadhiya best known for?
Nadhiya is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Miss India (2020), A Aa (2016), Guardian of Darkness - Takegami: War God (1990), Chinna Thambi Periya Thambi (1987).
When and where was Nadhiya born?
Nadhiya was born on October 24, 1966 in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
How many credits does Nadhiya have?
Nadhiya has accumulated over 51 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1984 to 2026.
What is Nadhiya's background in cinema and television?
Zareena Moidu, who is known by her stage name Nadhiya, is an Indian film actress born on October 24, 1966, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. She predominantly appears in Malayalam and Tamil films, and has also acted in a few Telugu films. She made her debut in 1984 in the Malayalam movie Nokketha Doorathu Kannum Nattu, st...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Onningu Vannengil (1985) as Meera — aged about 18
- Nokkethadhoorathu Kannum Nattu (1984) as Girly Mathew — aged about 17
- Chinna Thambi Periya Thambi (1987) — aged about 20
- Poovinu Puthiya Poonthennal (1986) as Neetha — aged about 19
- A Aa (2016) as Mahalakshmi, Anasuya's mother — aged about 49
- Miss India (2020) as Kamala — aged about 53
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