Saleema
ActingAbout Saleema
Saleema is a former Indian actress who predominently acts in Malayalam films. She had a lead role in Aranyakam and a second lead in Vandanam. She is well popular in Malayalee audience for the portrayal of Ammini in Aaranyakam and Lekshmi in Nakakshatangakl. Saleema made her debut with Nakhakshathangal, a Malayalam movie in 1986. She is the daughter of famous Telugu actress Girija. She had acted in few Tamil, Kannada, Telugu movies as well. She was part of some TV serials also and has acted in more than 150 advertisements.
Saleema Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Saleema reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 11 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Saleema's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 27% of Saleema'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.
Best Saleema Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Saleema's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Saleema has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Rekhachithram | Pushpam "Alice" | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Munthiri Monchan | Mary | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Mahayanam | Mollykutty | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Vandanam | Mercy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Aranyakam | Ammini | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Kurukkan Rajavayi | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Nakhakshathangal | Lakshmi | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Njan Piranna Naattil | Shailaja | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Andha Oru Nimidam | Dancer Archana | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Pattindalla Bangaram | - | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Naarkaali | - | Flop | Similar → |
Saleema - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Saleema?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Saleema is "Vandanam" with a rating of 7.2/10.
How many movies has Saleema acted in?
Saleema has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Saleema?
Other notable films include "Rekhachithram", "Munthiri Monchan", and "Mahayanam".