Rekha
Actress
Known for
Rekha is an Indian actress widely regarded as one of the most iconic figures in Hindi cinema. She earned major acclaim for her performance in Umrao Jaan (1981) and also starred in Silsila (1981) alongside Amitabh Bachchan. Over a career spanning decades, Rekha became known for her versatility and screen presence. She remains a legendary figure in Bollywood history.
Rekha
Actress
Rekha is an Indian actress widely regarded as one of the most iconic figures in Hindi cinema. She earned major acclaim for her performance in Umrao Jaan (1981) and also starred in Silsila (1981) alongside Amitabh Bachchan. Over a career spanning decades, Rekha became known for her versatility and screen presence. She remains a legendary figure in Bollywood history.
Movies (59 titles)
Plays Sukanya
Sigaram
1991
Plays Ganga Ramadurai
Thalaivaa
2013
Plays Seetha Kumari
Goli Soda 2
2018
Plays Meenakshi
Aye Auto
1990
Plays Raji
Guruvayoor Ambalanadayil
2024
Plays Akash's foster mother
Pachakuthira
2006
Plays Sarah's mother
Bangalore Days
2014
Plays Mrs. Mohammed Maideen Khan
Pokkiri
2007
Plays Rani
Ramji Rao Speaking
1989
Plays Mercy
En Bommukutty Ammavukku
1988
Plays Jennifer
Kadalora Kavithaigal
1986
Plays Rosy
Gunaa
1991
Plays Meenakshi Ragavendra
Dasavatharam
2008
Plays Priya's mother
My Boss
2012
Plays Annie
Dasharatham
1989
Plays Ranjini
Punnagai Mannan
1986
Plays Aruna
100% Kaadhal
2019
Plays Latha
Adayalam
1991
Plays Sister Josephine (Annie Phillip)
In Harihar Nagar
1990
Plays Shanthy
Annamalai
1992
Plays Meenakshi
Uthama Puthiran
2010
Plays Shakthi's / Vetri's Mother
Sowkarpettai
2016
Plays Ayyo (Yama Sr's Wife)
Dharma Prabhu
2019
Plays Kaveri
Enga Ooru Pattukaran
1987
Plays Tulasi’s Mother
Diya
2018
Plays Poovathal Pazhani’s Mum
Pazhani
2008
Plays Subhadra
Prajapathi
2006
Plays Rajalakshmi
Villain
2002
Plays Radhika
Paavam Paavam Rajakumaran
1990
Plays Kausalya's Mother
Kadhal Sadugudu
2003
Plays Vinod's Mother
Dear Friend
2022
Plays Sunantha
Naran
2005
Plays Indu
Nettippattam
1991
Plays Sarah's mother
Bangalore Naatkal
2016
Plays Usha
Oliyambukal
1990
Plays Stella
Lal Salam
1990
Plays Sister Josephine
2 Harihar Nagar
2009
Plays Catherine
Jo and the Boy
2015
Plays Gajalakshmi
Chinthamani Kolacase
2006
Plays Nirmala
Pookkalam Varavayi
1991
Plays Malli's Mother
Dagaalty
2020
Plays Dr.Susan
Vairam
2009
Plays Sree Mother
Pyaar Prema Kaadhal
2018
TV Shows (1 title)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Rekha?
Rekha is 56 years old, born on May 18, 1970.
What are the most famous roles of Rekha?
Rekha is best known for roles in Bangalore Days, Pokkiri, Dasavatharam.
How many movies has Rekha been in?
Over a 40-year career (since 1986), Rekha has appeared in 59 movies and 1 TV shows.
What was Rekha's first movie?
The career of Rekha began with Kadalora Kavithaigal (1986).
What is Rekha's most recent movie or series?
Rekha's most recent release is Sandakari, which premiered on September 18, 2026.
What TV shows has Rekha appeared in?
On television, Rekha has appeared in Bigg Boss, Cooku with Comali, My Perfectt Husband, Lal Salam.
Rekha
1970-05-18
Josephine better known by her stage name Rekha is a Tamil and Malayalam actress who acted in hit movies like Punnagai Mannan, En Bommukutty Ammavukku and Kadalora Kavithaigalin Tamil and Ramji Rao Speaking, Aey Auto and Sagaram Sakshi in Malayalam.Her original name is Josephine Born in Kerala and completed her studies at Ooty Tamil Nadu . She now acts in TV serials and in Characteristic roles in films.