Dira Paes
Known for
Time and sheer volume of work have made Dira Paes a veteran actress with the kind of filmography that takes a while to scroll through. In cinemas, 'Two Sons of Francisco' is the work that stuck — Helena Siqueira de Camargo, specifically. Among the rest of the work, 'The Emerald Forest' stands out. The career opened quietly, the way most long ones do. The filmography leans toward drama. 41 years of work add up to around 48 titles.
Dira Paes
38 Movies
10 Series
Time and sheer volume of work have made Dira Paes a veteran actress with the kind of filmography that takes a while to scroll through. In cinemas, 'Two Sons of Francisco' is the work that stuck — Helena Siqueira de Camargo, specifically. Among the rest of the work, 'The Emerald Forest' stands out. The career opened quietly, the way most long ones do. The filmography leans toward drama. 41 years of work add up to around 48 titles.
Movies
Plays Conceição
Southwest
2011
Plays Kachiri
The Emerald Forest
1985
Plays Aretha
Manas
2025
Plays Maria Rita Martins
Seduction
2026
Plays Bela
Bog of Beasts
2006
Plays Rosa
Along the Way
2012
Plays Joana
Divine Love
2019
Plays ela mesma
26º Prêmio da Música Brasileira - Homenagem a Maria Bethânia
2015
Plays Helena Siqueira de Camargo
Two Sons of Francisco
2005
Plays Janine (voice)
Lino
2017
Plays Toninha
Whirlpool
2017
Plays Kika
Mango Yellow
2002
Plays Cléia
My Uncle Killed a Guy
2004
Plays Diana
The Dead Girl's Feast
2009
Plays Dadá
Corisco & Dadá
1996
Plays Marina
The Big Family: The Movie
2007
Plays Psilene
Ó Paí, Ó: Look at This
2007
Plays Rita
Venice
2021
Plays Florita
Orphans of Eldorado
2015
Plays Corina
The Dolphin
1987
Plays Psilene
Ó Paí, Ó 2
2023
Plays Leila
Hey, Did You Score?
2012
Plays Luna
Anahy de las Misiones
1997
Plays María Pilar
Mulheres no Poder
2016
Plays Valquíria
Matinta
2010
Plays Pureza
Pureza
2022
Plays Amiga de Zizo
Rat Fever
2012
Plays Cotinha
Encantados
2017
Plays Mãe de Ângelo
O Segredo dos Diamantes
2014
Plays Leonora
We're Together
2011
Plays Celeste Espírito Santo
Celeste e Estrela
2005
TV Shows
Plays Solineuza
A Diarista
2004
Plays Vitalina
Chiquinha Gonzaga
1999
Plays Rosa Nolasco
The Party
2014
Plays Cleonice Cunha
The Brazilians
2012
Plays Conceição
Pablo & Luisão
2025
Plays Celeste Cavalcanti
Doomed
2014
Plays Alice
We Are Five
2020
Plays Narrator
Relatos do Front: A Outra Face do Cartão Postal
2022
Plays Raimunda
Pastores da Noite
2002
Plays Raimunda
Brava Gente
2000
Plays Solineuza
Encantado's
2022
Latest Trailers
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Manas
Full Filmography
Seduction
Maria Rita Martins
2026
Film
Pablo & Luisão
Conceição · 16 episodes
2025–
TV
Manas
Aretha
2025
Film
Pasárgada
Irene
2024
Film
Ó Paí, Ó 2
Psilene
2023
Film
Encantado's
Solineuza · 1 episode
2022–
TV
Relatos do Front: A Outra Face do Cartão Postal
Narrator · 4 episodes
2022–
TV
Pureza
Pureza
2022
Film
Venice
Rita
2021
Film
Photos
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Dira Paes and where are they from?
Dira Paes is 57 years old, born on June 30, 1969 in Abaetetuba, Pará, Brazil.
What are the most famous roles of Dira Paes?
Dira Paes is best known for roles in Two Sons of Francisco, The Emerald Forest, Ó Paí, Ó: Look at This.
How many movies has Dira Paes been in?
Over a 41-year career (since 1985), Dira Paes has appeared in 38 movies and 9 TV shows.
What was Dira Paes's first movie?
The career of Dira Paes began with The Emerald Forest (1985).
What is Dira Paes's most recent movie or series?
Dira Paes's most recent release is Seduction, which premiered on October 10, 2026.
What TV shows has Dira Paes appeared in?
On television, Dira Paes has appeared in Brave Woman, India: A Love Story, Pantanal, Looks & Essence.
Does Dira Paes have any upcoming projects?
Yes, Dira Paes's upcoming work includes: Dona Onete – This Tiny Piece of My Heart (2026), Ary (2026).
Dira Paes
1969-06-30 · Abaetetuba, Pará, Brazil
Ecleidira Maria Fonseca Paes (Abaetetuba, June 30, 1969), better known as Dira Paes, is a Brazilian actress and presenter. Known for her versatility, she has won several awards, including a notable twelve Grande Otelo nominations, winning as best actress in 2013, three Guarani Awards, two APCA Awards, two Brazil Quality Awards, an Extra Award, as well as three Kikitos from the Gramado and five Candangos from the Brasília Festival.