Roma
Roma is an Indian actor, best known for Tamil cinema. Roma began their career in 2005 and has been a prominent figure in the industry for over 21 years. With 30 credits to their name and an average audience rating of 6.5, Roma remains one of the most prolific and celebrated talents in the industry. An emerging voice in Tamil cinema, Roma is already attracting significant attention for their distinctive work.
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Biography
Roma Asrani is an Indian actress of Sindhi descent, born in Trichy, Tamil Nadu, who worked primarily in Malayalam cinema with additional appearances in Telugu and Kannada films. She made her screen debut in the Telugu film Mr. Errababu (2005) before breaking through in Malayalam with Notebook (2006) and the romantic comedy Chocolate (2007), directed by Shafi, opposite Prithviraj Sukumaran. Chocolate became one of the highest-grossing Malayalam films of 2007, establishing Roma as a prominent lead actress in the industry. She appeared in over 25 films during her career peak between 2006 and 2011 before stepping away from acting.
Career Milestones
Film debut in Telugu cinema
View film →Malayalam film debut and breakthrough role
Won Asianet Award for Best Female New Face of the Year
Won Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress – Malayalam
Prominent role in acclaimed ensemble thriller
Iconic Roles
Notebook
One of three teenage girls in a boarding school drama; Roma's Malayalam debut that won her a Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress.
Chocolate
Shyam's innocent junior and love interest opposite Prithviraj Sukumaran, known for her sweet and understated portrayal.
Traffic
Pivotal role in the critically acclaimed Malayalam anthology thriller, one of her most recognized performances.
Mr. Errababu
Roma's debut role as a London-raised girl who becomes the love interest in this Telugu romantic drama shot in London and Rajahmundry.
Roma by the Numbers
If you watched every Roma film back-to-back, you'd be at it for roughly 2 hours.
Filmography
See all 30 credits →Career Analytics
Language Distribution
Films by Decade
Legacy & Influence
Roma is a Telugu film actress whose career in Indian cinema, while not extensively documented in mainstream chronicles, represents the contributions of numerous supporting and character artists who form the essential fabric of regional film industries. Her known filmography includes the 2005 Telugu comedy 'Mr. Errababu', where she appeared in an unspecified role. The film, featuring actors like Ali and Venu Madhav, was part of the early 2000s wave of comedy-centric entertainers in Tollywood. Actors in such roles, often without widespread public recognition, are vital for narrative completeness and comedic timing, supporting lead actors and driving subplots. The lack of extensive biographical data or a prominent filmography for Roma highlights a common reality in Indian cinema where many artists work in the industry without achieving major stardom, yet their collective work contributes to the volume and variety of cinematic output. Without verified information on a sustained career trajectory, significant awards, or landmark performances, a detailed assessment of individual legacy is not possible. Her involvement signifies the collaborative nature of filmmaking where every role, however small credited, is part of the final product enjoyed by audiences. The primary contribution in such cases lies in participation within the industry's ecosystem, supporting projects that provide entertainment and employment. Any broader influence on cinematic style, genre evolution, or mentorship remains unrecorded and cannot be reliably stated.
