Rekha
Biography
Rekha is a Tamil and Malayalam actress. Her original name is Josephine, and she was born in Kerala. She completed her studies at Ooty in Tamil Nadu. Rekha is known for her acting in films and TV serials, often taking on characteristic roles. She has acted in numerous movies, including Punnagai Mannan, En Bommukutty Ammavukku, and Kadalora Kavithaigalin in Tamil, and Ramji Rao Speaking, Aey Auto, and Sagaram Sakshi in Malayalam. Rekha has a long career in the entertainment industry, with over 125 known credits. She has worked in various languages and genres, showcasing her versatility as an actress.
Career overview
Rekha is a Tamil and Malayalam actress who has acted in various films. She is known for her roles in movies such as Punnagai Mannan, En Bommukutty Ammavukku, and Kadalora Kavithaigalin in Tamil, and Ramji Rao Speaking, Aey Auto, and Sagaram Sakshi in Malayalam. Rekha has also appeared in TV serials and has played characteristic roles in films.
Rekha's acting career spans multiple languages and mediums. She has acted in numerous films and TV shows, with a total of 125 known credits. Rekha's career has been marked by her versatility and range as an actress. She has appeared in a variety of roles, showcasing her ability to adapt to different characters and genres.
Rekha's early life and personal details are not mentioned in the provided sources. However, it is known that she was born in Kerala and completed her studies at Ooty, Tamil Nadu. Rekha's age is stated to be 56 years old, as of May 18, 1970, according to the provided sources.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
125 titles- Justice for Jeni (2026)
- The Case Diary (2025) as Ambika
- Randaam Yaamam (2025) as Savithri
- My Perfectt Husband (2024) as Bharathi
- Guruvayoor Ambalanadayil (2024) as Raji
- Miriam Maa (2023) as Miriam
- Dear Friend (2022) as Vinod's Mother
- Plan Panni Pannanum (2021)
- Pei Mama (2021)
- Kunjeldho (2021)
- Rajavamsam (2021)
- Dagaalty (2020) as Malli's Mother
- Cooku with Comali (2019) as Self - Contestant
- Cooku with Comali (2019) as Self - Guest
- 100% Kaadhal (2019) as Aruna
- Dharma Prabhu (2019) as Ayyo (Yama Sr's Wife)
- Keni (2018)
- Goli Soda 2 (2018) as Seetha Kumari
- Diya (2018) as Tulasi’s Mother
- Pyaar Prema Kaadhal (2018) as Sree Mother
- Vedham (2017) as Nirmala
- Muthuramalingam (2017)
- En Aaloda Seruppa Kaanom (2017) as Sandhya's mother
- Lal Salam (2017) as Self
- Meyaadha Maan (2017)
- Bigg Boss (2017) as Self - Contestant
- Vellikizhamai 13am Thethi (2016)
- Sowkarpettai (2016) as Shakthi's / Vetri's Mother
- Bangalore Naatkal (2016) as Sarah's mother
- Maanga (2015)
- Jo and the Boy (2015) as Catherine
- My God (2015)
- Rombha Nallavan Da Nee (2015)
- Acharam (2015)
- Galipatam (2014)
- Bangalore Days (2014) as Sarah's mother
- Thalaivaa (2013) as Ganga Ramadurai
- Ya Yaa (2013)
- Annum Innum Ennum (2013) as Indu S. Menon
- My Boss (2012) as Priya's mother
- Money Money More Money (2011) as Geeta Madhuri (Khan's Wife)
- Marudhavelu (2011)
- Kadaksham (2010)
- Uthama Puthiran (2010) as Meenakshi
- 2 Harihar Nagar (2009) as Sister Josephine
- Vairam (2009) as Dr.Susan
- Ivar Vivahitharayal...? (2009) as Adv. Nandini
- Pazhani (2008) as Poovathal Pazhani’s Mum
- Dasavatharam (2008) as Meenakshi Ragavendra
- Inba (2008) as Priya's Sister in law
- Pokkiri (2007) as Mrs. Mohammed Maideen Khan
- Avan Chandiyude Makan (2007)
- Yatra (2007) as Lajvanti
- Madhu (2006) as Jennifer
- Pachakuthira (2006) as Akash's foster mother
- Prajapathi (2006) as Subhadra
- Chinthamani Kolacase (2006) as Gajalakshmi
- Aadum Koothu (2006) as Manimekhala's mother
- Naran (2005) as Sunantha
- Kadhal Sadugudu (2003) as Kausalya's Mother
- Vikadan (2003)
- Villain (2002) as Rajalakshmi
- Krishna (1996) as Anandhi
- Gnanapazham (1996) as nirmala
- Kaalam Maari Pochu (1996) as Lakshmi
- Rasa Magan (1994)
- Vaa Magale Vaa (1994) as Kalyani
- Sarovaram (1993) as Devu
- Thirumathi Palanisamy (1992)
- Enga Veetu Velan (1992)
- Grihaprevesam (1992)
- Annamalai (1992) as Shanthy
- Idhuthanda Sattam (1992) as Lakshmi
- Adayalam (1991) as Latha
- Sigaram (1991) as Sukanya
- Gunaa (1991) as Rosy
- Kizhakkunarum Pakshi (1991) as Meera
- Pookkalam Varavayi (1991) as Nirmala
- Irumbu Pookkal (1991)
- Nettippattam (1991) as Indu
- Sundarikkakka (1991)
- Thiyagu (1990) as Vidhya
- Puriyaadha Pudhir (1990)
- Arhatha (1990) as Anju
- Oliyambukal (1990) as Usha
- In Harihar Nagar (1990) as Sister Josephine (Annie Phillip)
- Paavam Paavam Rajakumaran (1990) as Radhika
- Aye Auto (1990) as Meenakshi
- Vedikkai En Vadikkai (1990) as Neelaveni
- Lal Salam (1990) as Stella
- Varavu Nalla Uravu (1990) as Uma
- Paattukku Naan Adimai (1990)
- En Kadhal Kanmani (1990)
- Randam Varavu (1990) as Indu Jayakumar
- Kuttravaali (1989) as Radha
- Ramji Rao Speaking (1989) as Rani
- Dasharatham (1989) as Annie
- Thalaivanukkor Thalaivi (1989)
- En Purushanthaan Enakku Mattumthaan (1989)
- Thaaya Thaarama (1989)
- Kaalaiyum Neeye Maalaiyum Neeye (1988)
- Kathanayagan (1988)
- Makkal Aanaiyittal (1988)
- Naan Sonnathey Sattam (1988) as Aasha
- Dhayam Onnu (1988) as Shanthi
- En Bommukutty Ammavukku (1988)
- Thambi Thanga Kambi (1988)
- Raasave Unnai Nambi (1988)
- Makkal Aaniyittaal (1988)
- Mappillai Sir (1988)
- Krishnan Vandhaan (1987)
- Enga Ooru Pattukaran (1987) as Kaveri
- Ini Oru Sudhanthiram (1987)
- Poorna Chandra (1987)
- Arul tharum Ayyappan (1987)
- Megam Karuththirukku (1987)
- Idhu Oru Thodarkathai (1987) as Radha
- Kavalan Avan Kovalan (1987)
- Solvadhellam Unmai (1987)
- Veeran Veluthampi (1987)
- Ninaivey Oru Sangeedham (1987)
- Kadalora Kavithaigal (1986) as Jennifer
- Punnagai Mannan (1986) as Ranjini
- Sandakari
- Ayel
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Rekha best known for?
Rekha is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Dear Friend (2022), Cooku with Comali (2019), Cooku with Comali (2019), Bowery Buckaroos (1947).
When and where was Rekha born?
Rekha was born on May 18, 1970.
How many credits does Rekha have?
Rekha has accumulated over 125 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1986 to 2026.
What is Rekha's background in cinema and television?
Rekha is a Tamil and Malayalam actress. Her original name is Josephine, and she was born in Kerala. She completed her studies at Ooty in Tamil Nadu. Rekha is known for her acting in films and TV serials, often taking on characteristic roles. She has acted in numerous movies, including Punnagai Mannan, En Bommukutty Amm...
Rekha by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Cooku with Comali (2019) as Self - Contestant — aged about 49
- Cooku with Comali (2019) as Self - Guest — aged about 49
- Bangalore Days (2014) as Sarah's mother — aged about 44
- Ramji Rao Speaking (1989) as Rani — aged about 19
- In Harihar Nagar (1990) as Sister Josephine (Annie Phillip) — aged about 20
- Dear Friend (2022) as Vinod's Mother — aged about 52
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