Regena Cassandrra, professionally known as Regina Cassandra, is an Indian actress who primarily works in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Hindi films. She began her acting career with the Tamil film Kanda Naal Mudhal (2005) and subsequently established herself in South Indian cinema through a variety of commercial and critically recognised projects.
Cassandrra gained wider recognition with her Telugu debut Siva Manasulo Sruthi (2012), for which she received the South Indian International Movie Award for Best Female Debut – Telugu. She went on to appear in films such as Routine Love Story (2012), Kedi Billa Killadi Ranga (2013), Power (2014), Pilla Nuvvu Leni Jeevitham (2014), Subramanyam for Sale (2015), Jyo Achyutananda (2016), Maanagaram (2017), Awe! (2018) and Evaru (2019).
She made her Hindi film debut with Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga (2019), in which she portrayed a woman in a same-sex relationship. Her later screen credits include the television and streaming series Rocket Boys (2022), Shoorveer (2022), Jaanbaaz Hindustan Ke (2023) and Farzi (2023).
In 2025, she appeared in several Hindi and Tamil films, including Vidaamuyarchi, Jaat and Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh. In November 2026, she appeared in the Tamil film Mookuthi Amman 2, playing the antagonist Bhaira opposite Nayanthara.
Early Life and Family
Regena Cassandrra was born on 13 December in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. Her family background reflects different cultural influences. In an interview with The Times of India, she discussed her mixed family heritage, explaining that her mother is from Karnataka, her father has North Indian roots, her grandmother was Anglo-Indian and came from Goa, and her grandfather belonged to an Iyengar family.
She grew up in Chennai and developed an interest in performing at a young age. Her early exposure to television and entertainment came through children’s programming and commercial advertisements.
Cassandrra has spoken about how acting was not originally her planned career. During her early years, she considered other professional possibilities, including becoming a doctor and later a counselling psychologist. Acting opportunities gradually changed her career direction.
In a 2023 interview, she also spoke about being raised by her single mother and how that upbringing influenced her independence and outlook on life.
Education
Cassandrra studied at Lady Andal Venkatasubba Rao Matriculation Higher Secondary School in Chennai. During her school years, she participated in extracurricular activities and worked as a television presenter.
She later attended Women’s Christian College in Chennai, where she studied psychology and completed a Bachelor of Science degree.
In an interview with The New Indian Express in 2016, she recalled her college experience and described herself as an outgoing student who enjoyed participating in classroom activities. She also spoke about the importance of college life in shaping her personality and friendships.
Her academic interest in psychology has been mentioned in several interviews and biographical profiles.
Regena Cassandrra Biography Height Weight Age Boyfriend & More
| Bio | |
|---|---|
| Real Name | Regina Cassandra |
| Nickname | Regina |
| Profession | Actress and Model |
| Physical Stats & More | |
| Height | in centimeters- 168 cm in meters- 1.68 m in Feet Inches- 5′ 6” |
| Weight | in Kilograms- 56 kg in Pounds- 123 lbs |
| Figure Measurements | 34-27-34 |
| Eye Colour | Brown |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Personal Life | |
| Date of Birth | 13 December 1990 (Thursday) |
| Age (as of 2026) | 36 Years |
| Birth Place | Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Zodiac sign/Sun sign | Sagittarius |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Hometown | Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India |
| School | Not Known |
| College | Women’s Christian College, Chennai |
| Educational Qualifications | Bachelor of Science in Psychology |
| Debut | Film Debut: Kanda Naal Mudhal (2005) |
| Family | Father– Not Known Mother– Not Known Brother– N/A Sisters– N/A |
| Religion | Christian |
| Hobbies | Reading romantic novels |
| Food Habit | Vegetarian (earlier, she was non-vegetarian) |
| Controversies | In July 2018, her name started doing rounds in the media for being involved in a a U.S. sex racket. However, she refuted the allegation and said, “I am not involved in Tollywood Sex racket which was busted recently in Chicago. It is not correct to speak about anyone without knowing the truth. When I know that these are false allegations, why will I react to them? If we react unnecessarily, we can fall in trouble. The media should be very careful about reporting such type of news.” |
| Favourite Things | |
| Favourite Food | Ferrero Rocher’s Chocolates, Cheese |
| Favourite Beverage | Coffee |
| Favourite Actor | Ajith Kumar, Suriya |
| Favourite Actress | Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Radhika Apte |
| Favourite Author | Paulo Coelho |
| Favourite Football Club | Manchester United F.C. |
| Boys, Affairs and More | |
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
| Affairs/Boyfriends | • Sundeep Kishan • Sai Dharam Tej  • Vikram Aditya Menon  |
| Husband | N/A |
| Money Factor | |
| Salary (approx.) | ₹1.5 crore/film |
| Net Worth (approx.) | Not Known |
Career
Early Career and Acting Debut (2005–2011)
Cassandrra began working in entertainment as a child. She reportedly started presenting a children’s programme on the Splash channel at a young age and also appeared in television advertisements.
Her feature-film debut came with the Tamil romantic comedy Kanda Naal Mudhal (2005), directed by V. Priya. She portrayed Latha, the younger sister of the central character Laila. Although she was still a teenager, the role required her to portray a character considerably older than her actual age.
The film provided her first experience of working in feature cinema. She subsequently appeared in Azhagiya Asura (2006).
After these early appearances, Cassandrra took a break from mainstream films to focus on her education. She later returned to the industry with projects in Kannada and Telugu cinema.
In 2010, she appeared in the Kannada film Suryakaanti, directed by K. M. Chaitanya. The film introduced her to another regional film industry and helped expand her acting experience.
Telugu Breakthrough (2012–2014)
Cassandrra’s career gained momentum in 2012 when she made her Telugu debut with the romantic drama Siva Manasulo Sruthi, commonly known as SMS. She played the female lead opposite Sudheer Babu.
Her performance received attention and earned her the SIIMA Award for Best Female Debut – Telugu. The film became an important milestone in her career and established her as a promising actress in Telugu cinema.
The same year, she appeared in the Telugu romantic comedy Routine Love Story, opposite Sundeep Kishan.
In 2013, she made a successful return to Tamil cinema with Pandiraj’s comedy-drama Kedi Billa Killadi Ranga, in which she starred alongside Sivakarthikeyan, Vimal and Bindu Madhavi. The film performed well commercially and increased her recognition among Tamil audiences.
She also appeared in the Telugu film Nirnayam that year.
In 2014, Cassandrra appeared in several Telugu productions, including Kotha Janta, Ra Ra… Krishnayya, Power and Pilla Nuvvu Leni Jeevitham. These films helped strengthen her position in the Telugu film industry.
In Power, she appeared opposite Ravi Teja, while Pilla Nuvvu Leni Jeevitham featured Sai Dharam Tej as the male lead.
Commercial Success and Diverse Roles (2015–2018)
Cassandrra continued to work across Telugu and Tamil cinema in the following years. In 2015, she appeared in the Telugu romantic comedy Subramanyam for Sale, directed by Harish Shankar. She played Sita opposite Sai Dharam Tej.
The same year, she appeared in the Tamil thriller Rajathandhiram, playing Michelle D’Mello. She also acted in the Telugu film Soukhyam.
In 2016, she starred in the Telugu romantic comedy-drama Jyo Achyutananda, directed by Srinivas Avasarala. The film featured Nara Rohit and Naga Shaurya in the lead roles. Cassandrra portrayed Jyostna, a character whose relationships with the two male protagonists form an important part of the story. Her performance earned her a SIIMA nomination for Best Actress – Telugu.
Her other films during this period included Shourya and Shankara.
In 2017, she appeared in several films, including the Tamil urban thriller Maanagaram, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. The film featured multiple interconnected characters and received positive critical attention.
She also appeared in Gemini Ganeshanum Suruli Raajanum, Balakrishnudu, Nakshatram and Saravanan Irukka Bayamaen.
In 2018, Cassandrra appeared in the Telugu anthology film Awe!, directed by Prasanth Varma. The film explored several interconnected stories and featured her as Meera, a woman dealing with drug addiction and personal struggles.
She also appeared in the Tamil films Mr. Chandramouli and Silukkuvarupatti Singam. These projects demonstrated her willingness to explore characters with different personalities and narrative backgrounds.
Hindi Film Debut and Critical Recognition (2019–2021)
Cassandrra entered Hindi cinema with Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga (2019), directed by Shelly Chopra Dhar. The film starred Anil Kapoor, Sonam Kapoor, Rajkummar Rao and Juhi Chawla.
She portrayed Kuhu, a woman involved in a romantic relationship with the character Sweety, played by Sonam Kapoor. The film addressed same-sex relationships and family acceptance within the context of a mainstream Hindi production.
In the same year, she appeared in the Telugu mystery thriller Evaru, directed by Venkat Ramji. She played Sameera, a central character in the film’s investigation-driven storyline. Her performance brought her recognition for taking on a darker and more complex role.
She also appeared in the Tamil thriller Seven (2019).
In 2021, Cassandrra featured in several Tamil films, including Chakra, Kasada Thapara, Mughizh, Nenjam Marappathillai and Thalaivii. In Chakra, she played Leela opposite Vishal. In Thalaivii, the biographical drama based on the life of J. Jayalalithaa, she portrayed B. Saroja Devi.
Expansion into Streaming and Web Series (2022–2024)
In 2022, Cassandrra made a significant move into streaming entertainment. She portrayed Mrinalini Sarabhai in the historical biographical drama series Rocket Boys, which follows the lives and contributions of Indian scientists Homi J. Bhabha and Vikram Sarabhai.
The series featured Jim Sarbh and Ishwak Singh in the lead roles. Cassandrra’s portrayal of Mrinalini, a dancer and the wife of Vikram Sarabhai, received attention from viewers and critics. She reprised the role in the second season.
She also appeared in the Telugu film 1945, the special song “Saana Kastham” in Acharya, the Hindi series Shoorveer and the Telugu series Anya’s Tutorial.
In 2022, she starred in the Telugu-Tamil bilingual action comedy Saakini Daakini, alongside Nivetha Thomas. The film was an adaptation of the South Korean action comedy Midnight Runners.
In 2023, Cassandrra appeared in the Hindi streaming series Jaanbaaz Hindustan Ke, in which she played Kavya Iyer, an officer of the National Investigation Agency. She also appeared in the Amazon Prime Video series Farzi, directed by Raj and DK, playing Rekha Rao, the wife of Vijay Sethupathi’s character.
Her film projects in 2023 included Karungaapiyam, Nene Naa, Conjuring Kannappan, Borrder and Flashback. In Nene Naa, she appeared in a dual role.
In 2024, she appeared in the Telugu film Utsavam, directed by Arjun Sai. She portrayed Rama in the film, which explored the world of theatre and performing arts.
Recent Films and Hindi Cinema (2025)
Cassandrra’s film career continued to expand in 2025 with appearances in Tamil and Hindi productions.
She appeared in the Tamil action thriller Vidaamuyarchi, directed by Magizh Thirumeni and starring Ajith Kumar and Trisha. Cassandrra portrayed Deepika Rakshith, a character involved in the film’s crime-driven storyline.
In April 2025, she appeared in the Hindi action film Jaat, directed by Gopichand Malineni. The film starred Sunny Deol, Randeep Hooda and Vineet Kumar Singh. Cassandrra portrayed Bharathi, the wife of Randeep Hooda’s character. Her role involved a darker characterisation than some of her earlier mainstream performances.
She also appeared in Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh, directed by Karan Singh Tyagi and starring Akshay Kumar, R. Madhavan and Ananya Panday. Cassandrra portrayed Parvathy Nair, the wife of C. Sankaran Nair, played by Akshay Kumar.
The film was based on events surrounding the Jallianwala Bagh massacre and the legal struggle led by Nair.
Her performances in these Hindi films brought her additional visibility among audiences outside South Indian cinema.
Mookuthi Amman 2 and Recent Work (2026)
In November 2026, Cassandrra appeared in the Tamil fantasy comedy film Mookuthi Amman 2, directed by Sundar C and featuring Nayanthara in the lead role.
She portrayed Bhaira, a powerful female antagonist who becomes central to the conflict involving the divine character played by Nayanthara. The role required elaborate costumes, face painting and makeup. In an interview with DT Next, Cassandrra explained that the daily transformation into the character took approximately two and a half to three hours.
The film was released in theatres on 6 November 2026. Her performance marked another notable antagonist role in her career.
In addition to her film work, Cassandrra has taken on television commitments. She has appeared as a judge on the Telugu dance reality programme Dhee and participated in Zee Tamil’s Mass Pasanga vs Class Ponnunga alongside Arya.
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She has also discussed her work in the upcoming Tamil project directed by Vishal Venkat, in which she plays a character named Karigai. The project is associated with G Squad and Mythri Movie Makers, although its title and release details had not been fully announced as of November 2026.
Personal Life
Cassandrra generally keeps her private life away from extensive public discussion. In interviews, she has spoken about her family background, her upbringing and the influence of her mother on her independence.
She was raised in a Christian household and has discussed how her upbringing in Chennai exposed her to different South Indian cultural traditions.
Apart from acting, she has expressed an interest in volunteering, social initiatives and animal welfare. She has also participated in charitable and awareness campaigns.
In 2023, she became associated with Democratic Sangha, an organisation involved in rural women’s leadership and empowerment initiatives. She later left the organisation in 2026.
Cassandrra has not publicly confirmed a marriage.
Other Activities and Public Work
Alongside acting, Cassandrra has participated in television hosting, brand endorsements and charitable activities.
Her early television experience included presenting a children’s programme on Splash. She later hosted events such as IIFA Utsavam.
She has supported charitable initiatives, including Teach for Change, and participated in animal welfare awareness campaigns. In 2021, she was associated with People for Cattle in India’s Water Bowl Challenge.
Her interest in social development also led to her involvement with Democratic Sangha, where she worked on initiatives related to rural women’s leadership.
Awards and Recognition
Cassandrra has received several nominations and awards during her career, particularly for her work in Telugu cinema and streaming productions.
Some of her notable recognitions include:
- South Indian International Movie Award (2013): Best Female Debut – Telugu for Siva Manasulo Sruthi.
- CineMAA Award: Promising Face of the Year.
- Hyderabad Times Film Award: Promising Newcomer – Female.
- Zee Telugu Apsara Award: Entertainer of the Year.
- SIIMA nomination (2017): Best Actress – Telugu for Jyo Achyutananda.
- SIIMA nomination (2021): Best Actor in a Negative Role – Telugu for Evaru.
- Filmfare OTT Award nomination (2022): Best Supporting Actress – Drama Series for Rocket Boys.
Her performance in Rocket Boys also received recognition through other digital entertainment awards and nominations.
Filmography
Selected Films
| Year | Film | Language | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Kanda Naal Mudhal | Tamil | Latha |
| 2005 | Azhagiya Asura | Tamil | Supporting role |
| 2010 | Suryakaanti | Kannada | Kanthi |
| 2012 | Siva Manasulo Sruthi | Telugu | Shruti |
| 2012 | Routine Love Story | Telugu | Tanvi |
| 2013 | Kedi Billa Killadi Ranga | Tamil | Paappa |
| 2013 | Nirnayam | Telugu | Jeni |
| 2014 | Kotha Janta | Telugu | Suvarna |
| 2014 | Ra Ra… Krishnayya | Telugu | Nandeeshwari |
| 2014 | Power | Telugu | Vaishnavi |
| 2014 | Pilla Nuvvu Leni Jeevitham | Telugu | Shailaja |
| 2015 | Rajathandhiram | Tamil | Michelle D’Mello |
| 2015 | Subramanyam for Sale | Telugu | Sita |
| 2015 | Soukhyam | Telugu | Shailu |
| 2016 | Jyo Achyutananda | Telugu | Jyostna |
| 2016 | Shourya | Telugu | Netra |
| 2017 | Maanagaram | Tamil | Aarthi |
| 2017 | Gemini Ganeshanum Suruli Raajanum | Tamil | Lavanya |
| 2017 | Balakrishnudu | Telugu | Aadhya |
| 2018 | Awe! | Telugu | Meera |
| 2018 | Mr. Chandramouli | Tamil | Madhu |
| 2018 | Silukkuvarupatti Singam | Tamil | Raji |
| 2019 | Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga | Hindi | Kuhu |
| 2019 | Evaru | Telugu | Sameera |
| 2019 | Seven | Tamil / Telugu | Saraswathi |
| 2021 | Chakra | Tamil | Leela |
| 2021 | Kasada Thapara | Tamil | Trisha |
| 2021 | Mughizh | Tamil | Radhika |
| 2021 | Nenjam Marappathillai | Tamil | Mariam |
| 2021 | Thalaivii | Tamil / Hindi | B. Saroja Devi |
| 2022 | 1945 | Tamil / Telugu | Anandhi |
| 2022 | Saakini Daakini | Telugu | Damini |
| 2023 | Karungaapiyam | Tamil | Umayal Karthika |
| 2023 | Nene Naa | Telugu | Dual role |
| 2023 | Conjuring Kannappan | Tamil | Dark Deves |
| 2023 | Borrder | Tamil | Aparna |
| 2024 | Utsavam | Telugu | Rama |
| 2025 | Vidaamuyarchi | Tamil | Deepika Rakshith |
| 2025 | Jaat | Hindi | Bharathi |
| 2025 | Kesari Chapter 2 | Hindi | Parvathy Nair |
| 2026 | Mookuthi Amman 2 | Tamil | Bhaira |
Selected Web Series
| Year | Title | Platform | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Rocket Boys | SonyLIV | Mrinalini Sarabhai |
| 2022 | Shoorveer | Disney+ Hotstar | Character role |
| 2022 | Anya’s Tutorial | Aha | Madhu |
| 2023 | Jaanbaaz Hindustan Ke | ZEE5 | Kavya Iyer |
| 2023 | Farzi | Amazon Prime Video | Rekha Rao |
Note: The filmography presents selected film and streaming credits. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every appearance, song sequence or television programme.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Who is Regena Cassandrra?
Regena Cassandrra, professionally known as Regina Cassandra, is an Indian actress who works primarily in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Hindi films.
2. When is Regena Cassandrra’s birthday?
Her birthday is 13 December. Her birth year is inconsistently reported across online sources.
3. Where was Regena Cassandrra born?
She was born in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
4. What was Regena Cassandrra’s debut film?
Her feature-film debut was the Tamil film Kanda Naal Mudhal (2005).
5. Which film gave Regena Cassandrra her Telugu breakthrough?
Her Telugu debut, Siva Manasulo Sruthi (2012), was an important breakthrough and earned her the SIIMA Award for Best Female Debut – Telugu.
6. What is Regena Cassandrra’s educational qualification?
She studied psychology at Women’s Christian College in Chennai and completed a Bachelor of Science degree.
7. Which Hindi film marked her debut in Bollywood?
She made her Hindi film debut with Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga (2019).
8. What role did she play in Rocket Boys?
She portrayed Mrinalini Sarabhai, the dancer and wife of scientist Vikram Sarabhai.
9. What character did Regena Cassandrra play in Mookuthi Amman 2?
She portrayed Bhaira, the principal female antagonist in the 2026 Tamil film.
10. Has Regena Cassandrra won any awards?
Yes. She received the SIIMA Award for Best Female Debut – Telugu for Siva Manasulo Sruthi and has received several other nominations and recognitions.
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