From child anchor to award-winning actress, Regina Cassandra (now professionally known as Regena Cassandrra) has carved a unique niche in Indian cinema through unconventional choices and powerhouse performances. With three major releases in 2025 already—Vidaamuyarchi, Jaat, and Kesari Chapter 2—this multi-talented star continues to captivate audiences across Telugu, Tamil, and Hindi film industries.
Regina Cassandra: Quick Profile
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Birth Name | Regina Cassandra (Professional: Regena Cassandrra) |
| Date of Birth | December 13, 1990 |
| Age | 34 years (as of 2025) |
| Height | 1.66 m (5’5″) |
| Film Debut | Kanda Naal Mudhal (2005, Tamil) |
| Breakthrough | Siva Manasulo Sruthi (2012, Telugu) |
| Industries | Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, Kannada |
| Major Awards | SIIMA Award, CineMAA Award |
| Social Media | 2.5 million+ Facebook followers |
| 2025 Releases | Vidaamuyarchi, Jaat, Kesari Chapter 2 |
| Upcoming Projects | Section 108, Mookuthi Amman 2, Flash Back |
From Child Anchor to Cinema Star
Regina’s journey in entertainment began remarkably early. At just nine years old, she started anchoring for Splash, a kids’ channel, developing confidence and screen presence that would later define her acting career. After appearing in commercials and short films, she made her film debut at 14 in Kanda Naal Mudhal (2005).
However, her breakthrough came seven years later with the Telugu romantic comedy Siva Manasulo Sruthi (2012), which earned her the SIIMA Award for Best Female Debut – Telugu. This marked the beginning of a career characterized by bold, unconventional choices.
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2025: A Banner Year for Regina
This year has been particularly remarkable for Regina with multiple high-profile releases:
Vidaamuyarchi saw her play a psychotic gangster opposite Arjun Sarja and Ajith Kumar—a departure from conventional female roles that showcased her range as a performer.
Jaat featured Regina as Bharathi, a ruthless criminal’s wife opposite Randeep Hooda. The Hindustan Times noted, “Regina’s Bharathi is a meaty role, and she’s effective from the get-go.” The film emerged as a moderate commercial success.
Kesari Chapter 2 paired her with Akshay Kumar, where she portrayed C. Sankaran Nair’s wife in this historical drama about the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. Despite a smaller role, critics noted she “leaves a mark.”
Career Highlights: Breaking Stereotypes
Regina’s filmography reads like a masterclass in versatility. According to Wikipedia, critics have consistently praised her for choosing “characters that are poles apart from one another.”
Critical Acclaim Era (2018-2019): She played a drug addict in Awe (2018), made her Bollywood debut as a lesbian character in Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga (2019) opposite Sonam Kapoor, and delivered a career-defining performance as a businesswoman in Evaru (2019). India Today noted about Evaru: “Regina Cassandra performs extremely well and for a large part of the film, you cannot fathom whether she’s guilty or not.”
Web Series Success: Her portrayal of Mrinalini Sarabhai in Rocket Boys (2023) and Rekha Vedanayagam in Farzi (2023) opposite Vijay Sethupathi expanded her reach to OTT platforms, earning her a Filmfare OTT Award nomination.
Commercial Successes: Films like Kedi Billa Killadi Ranga (2013), Power (2014), Pilla Nuvvu Leni Jeevitham (2014), and Subramanyam for Sale (2015) proved she could balance commercial viability with performance depth.
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Fashion Icon & Brand Ambassador
Beyond acting, Regina has established herself as a fashion influencer with impeccable style. Her recent photoshoots showcase evolution from glamorous red carpet looks to playful, modern aesthetics. She regularly stuns in designer outfits, setting trends across social media platforms.
As a celebrity endorser for brands like Kalyan Jewellers, Trends, Biba, and Meesho, Regina has successfully built a parallel career as a style icon. Her confident fashion choices and sophisticated styling have made her one of South Indian cinema’s most sought-after stars for brand collaborations.
What Critics Say
Forbes noted: “Cassandra has emerged as one of the most dependable and versatile actresses of South Indian cinema.” The New Indian Express termed her filmography “a mix of conventional and unconventional,” writing that “Regina exudes much self-awareness” in her acting choices.
Rediff.com termed her Hindi debut “unconventional” and said, “Cassandra has successfully carved a niche for herself with her choices of films.” She ranked 4th in Rediff.com’s “Top Telugu Actresses” list of 2012 and reached 4th place in IMDb’s “Popular Indian Celebrities” list in February 2023.
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What’s Next?
Regina continues to stay in the spotlight with three exciting upcoming projects: Mookuthi Amman 2 (Tamil), Section 108 (Hindi), and Flash Back (Tamil). Her commitment to diverse storytelling across languages and genres positions her as one of Indian cinema’s most exciting talents to watch.
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FAQs About Regina Cassandra
Q1: What are Regina Cassandra’s most notable films and awards?
Regina Cassandra’s most acclaimed performances include Evaru (2019) as a businesswoman, Awe (2018) as a drug addict, and her Bollywood debut Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga (2019) playing a lesbian character opposite Sonam Kapoor. She won the SIIMA Award for Best Female Debut – Telugu for Siva Manasulo Sruthi (2012) and the CineMAA Award. Her web series work in Rocket Boys (2023) as Mrinalini Sarabhai and Farzi (2023) earned her a Filmfare OTT Award nomination.
Q2: What are Regina Cassandra’s 2025 releases and upcoming projects?
In 2025, Regina has already appeared in three major films: Vidaamuyarchi (playing a psychotic gangster opposite Ajith Kumar), Jaat (as a criminal’s wife opposite Randeep Hooda), and Kesari Chapter 2 (opposite Akshay Kumar). Her upcoming projects include Section 108 (Hindi), Mookuthi Amman 2 (Tamil), and Flash Back (Tamil), showcasing her continued commitment to working across multiple film industries and diverse genres.
