Dushara Vijayan, with her limited filmography, has marked a name for herself in the film industry
Last Updated: 04.51 PM, Mar 16, 2025
Actor Dushara Vijayan, might be only a few films old, but has already marked her presence in the Tamil film industry. Her upcoming project, Veera Dheera Sooran, co-starring Vikram, has created much anticipation. In this film, Dushara is set to portray a significant character that promises to showcase her versatility and depth as an actress. With her remarkable ability to seamlessly blend strength and vulnerability in her roles, here are five of her performances you can stream right now.
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Dushara Vijayan plays the protagonist in her first female-led role with the 2022 Tamil film Natchathiram Nagargiradhu, directed by Pa Ranjith. She portrays Rene, a bold, free-spirited woman, whose identity and beliefs challenge societal norms, and is part of a theatre group. Dushara shouldered the film with her portrayal of a woman caught between her personal desires and the expectations imposed on her by society. The film also stars Kalidas Jayaram, Kalaiyarasan and others.
In Sarpatta Parambarai, which released in 2021, Dushara Vijayan played the role of Mariamma, the love interest of the protagonist, Kabilan, portrayed by Arya. The period sports drama revolves around the boxing culture of north Chennai. Even as the film was testosterone high, Dushara’s Mariamma was portrayed as independent and fierce who stands like a pillar of support. The film is directed by Pa Ranjith, and opened to positive reception.
Aneethi is an action drama starring Arjun Das and Dushara Vijayan. The latter plays Subbu, a domestic helper employed by an elderly woman. Her character's life intersects with that of a food delivery driver, leading them into a series of unforeseen events that propel them into a tumultuous journey filled with action, suspense, and drama. It is directed by Vasanthabalan.
Vettaiyan is a star-studded action drama headlined by Rajinikanth. In it, Dushara Vijayan portrays Saranya, a dedicated schoolteacher whose life becomes dangerous after she comes to know of a scandal in her school education system. Her character is pivotal to the storyline. The film is directed by TJ Gnanavel, and also features Amitabh Bachchan, Manju Warrier, Fahadh Faasil, Rana Daggubati and others.
Raayan, directed by Dhanush, who also starred in the leading role, saw Dushara Vijayan play his sister. The story revolves around three brothers and a sister, who run a small eatery in the suburbs of north Chennai. The gangster drama has plenty of emotional sequences, with Dushara’s character having an important arc to play. The cast includes Sundeep Kishan, Kalidas Jayaram, S. J. Suryah, Selvaraghavan, Aparna Balamurali and Prakash Raj among others.