Remember Heera From Mani Ratnam's Thiruda Thiruda? Here's What She's Doing Now

Actress Heera, known for her stylish looks, has emerged as a leading figure in South Indian cinema. With a diverse repertoire spanning Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam and Hindi movies, Heera has left an indelible mark on the film industry.

Now, at 51 years old, recent photos of Heera have been released, showcasing her timeless beauty. It reminds her fans and followers of her enduring legacy during her career in cinema.

In Tamil cinema, Heera’s notable films include Heart, Nee Badi Naan Badi, Thiruda Thiruda, Sathilelavathy, Kadhal Kotto and Avvai Shanmukhi. Particularly, her performance in the song sequence Potuvaitha Oru Vatta Nila from the movie Heart impressed audiences and earned her widespread acclaim.

Heera’s foray into acting commenced with the Tamil romantic drama film Idhayam in 1991, where she portrayed a medical student caught in a love triangle. The film’s success catapulted her into the limelight and established her as a promising talent in the industry. Subsequent roles opposite actor Sarathkumar and a portrayal as a single mother in Sabash Babu further showcased her versatility.

Notably, Heera’s collaboration with acclaimed director Mani Ratnam in Thiruda Thiruda added depth to her filmography, where she played a rural belle-turned-thief. Her transition from sophisticated roles to a more rustic character garnered praise from critics.

In Bollywood, Heera made her debut in Raj Sippy’s Amanaat (1994) alongside Sanjay Dutt and Akshay Kumar, though the film’s release was delayed due to legal proceedings.

Throughout the mid-1990s, Heera continued to feature in high-profile Tamil productions, including Balu Mahendra’s Sathi Leelavathi and Agathiyan’s Kadhal Kottai, which garnered critical acclaim and commercial success.

However, in 1999, Heera chose to step away from the film industry, citing a desire to uphold her artistic integrity and avoid roles that did not align with her sensibilities. Her final film appearance was in Swayaamvaram (1999).

In personal life, Heera married Pushkar Madhav in 2002, but the marriage ended in divorce in 2006.