Girija Shettar - Actor Profile

Girija Shettar

Acting
Updated: Apr 18, 2026
6Total Films
7.2 Highest Rated
Born: Jul 20, 1969
Birth Place: Orsett, Essex, England

About Girija Shettar

Dr. Girija Shettar is a former film actress of British Indian origin, known for her works in South Indian films. In 1989, Shettar starred in Maniratnam's film Geethanjali.  She then did the Malayalam film Vandanam, directed by Priyadarshan in which she starred alongside Mohanlal. In 1992, she signed for the lead role in Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar, which she left mid-way to complete a prior commitment. Ayesha Julka replaced her after the first schedule. In the same year, she starred in another Telugu film Hrudayanjali under the direction of A. Raghurami Reddy, which won four Nandi awards. The film was completed in 1992 but was released only in 2002. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Girija Shettar Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Girija Shettar reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 6 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Girija Shettar's work falls within the Romance genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 67% of Girija Shettar's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Vandanam, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Girija Shettar Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Girija Shettar's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Girija Shettar has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2024 Ibbani Tabbida Ileyali Madhumitha Banarjee Hit Similar →
2009 Act of God Journalist Flop Similar →
2002 Hrudayanjali Maya Flop Similar →
1992 Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar lead in song Jawa ho yaaron Hit Similar →
1989 Vandanam Gaadha Hit Similar →
1989 Geethanjali Geethanjali Hit Similar →

Girija Shettar - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Girija Shettar?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Girija Shettar is "Vandanam" with a rating of 7.2/10.

How many movies has Girija Shettar acted in?

Girija Shettar has been featured in at least 6 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Girija Shettar?

Other notable films include "Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar", "Ibbani Tabbida Ileyali", and "Geethanjali".

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