Rajashree
Facts
Stage name variations – She has been credited under different names including Rajashree, Rajshri Nair, and even Rajeshwari in her debut Kannada film Gandhada Gudi Part 2 (1994).
Breakthrough with Bharathiraja – Her Tamil cinema debut was in Karuthamma (1994), directed by Bharathiraja, which earned her critical acclaim and set the tone for her career.
Over 60 films – Rajshri has acted in more than 60 films across Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam industries, proving her versatility and longevity.
Television presence – Apart from films, she became a household name through popular Tamil TV serials like Aalayam, Agal Vilakku, Mandhira Vasal, and Sivamayam.
Educational background – She studied at Kesari Higher Secondary School, which laid the foundation before she entered cinema.
Personal life – Rajshri married Ansari Raja in 2009 (later divorced) and then married Bujankar Rao in 2010, with whom she continues her life.
Cross-industry actress – She is one of the few actresses to balance careers in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam films and television, making her widely recognized across South India.
Birth name mystery – Some sources list her birth name as Meisha Aftab, adding an intriguing detail to her identity.
Worked with top directors – She has collaborated with acclaimed filmmakers like Bharathiraja and Bala, appearing in films such as Sethu (1999), Nandha (2001), Run (2002), and Vettaiyaadu Vilaiyaadu (2006).
Longevity in cinema – Active since 1994, she continues to appear in films and TV projects even in the 2020s, showing remarkable career endurance.





