Actress Pooja Umashankar Biography, Age, Height, Weight, Life Story, Education, Movie list, Career, Awards, Family, Net Worth
Learn about the biography of celebrity, Kollywood Actress Pooja Umashankar. Actress Pooja Umashankar's Life Story, Age, Height, Weight, Salary per movie, Net worth, Education, Movie list, Career, Awards, Family, Marriage life, Husband, Boyfriend, Father, Mother, Children, Pooja Umashankar movies and more.
Pooja Umashankar, is a prominent figure in Sri Lankan cinema, often referred to as Kollywood. Born on 25 June 1981, in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Pooja Umashankar stands at 5 feet 6 inches (168 cm) and Approximately 55 kg (121 lbs). At 43 years old (as of 2025), he has made a significant impact on the industry since starting his career in 2001. Besides acting, Pooja Umashankar is also a Brand Endorser, Producer. His influence extends beyond acting, contributing to his net worth of approximately $10 million. Pooja Umashankar is an Sri Lankan nationality, and his zodiac sign is Aries.
Actress Pooja Umashankar's father's name is H. R. Umashankar (Hindustan Unilever in Valparai as a manager) and her mother's name is Sandhya. Actress Pooja Umashankar has one brother. Pooja Umashankar married Prashan David Vethakan in 2016 and has 2 children Aarav Khosla and Amaya Khosla.
Actress Pooja Umashankar studied at Baldwin Girls' High School in Bangalore and graduated B.Com. and Post Graduation (MBA) in Mount Carmel College, Bangalore. Pooja Umashankar is proficient in multiple languages, including Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Sinhala, and English. Apart from that, he has a keen interest in hobbies such as Acting, Traveling, and Reading. Pooja Umashankar started a cinema career in Attahasam in 2004 a Tamil film directed by Saran.
Pooja Umashankar Biography
Real Name
Pooja Umashankar
Nickname
Pooja
Age
43
Date Of Birth
25-06-1981
Body Measurement
34-26-34 inches
Height
5 feet 6 inches (168 cm)
Weight
Approximately 55 kg (121 lbs)
Birth Place
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Live
Chennai, India
Profession
Actress, Model
Worked also
Brand Endorser, Producer
Start Career
2001
Industry
Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Sinhala
Worked in movies
Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Sinhala
Religion
Hindu
Nationality
Sri Lankan
Zodiac
Aries
Hair Colour
Black
Eye Colour
Brown
Pooja Umashankar Family
Father
H. R. Umashankar (Hindustan Unilever in Valparai as a manager)
Mother
Sandhya
Siblings
1 brother
Boyfriend
N/A
Marital Status
Married
Marriage
2016
Husband
Prashan David Vethakan
Childrens
2
Son
Aarav Khosla
Daughter
Amaya Khosla
Pooja Umashankar Education
Education
B.Com. and Post Graduation (MBA)
School
Baldwin Girls' High School in Bangalore
College
Mount Carmel College, Bangalore.
Languages known
Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Sinhala, English
Hobbies
Acting, Traveling, Reading
Pooja Umashankar Favorites
Favorite Actor
Surya
Favorite Actress
Thrisha
Favorite Director
N/A
Favorite Food
South Indian cuisine, particularly spicy dishes
Favorite Colour
Blue
Favorite Dress
Traditional Indian wear, casual wear
Favorite Places
Colombo, Chennai, international destinations
Favorite Sports
Football
Favorite Cars
BMW
Pooja Umashankar First Film
First lead role film
Attahasam in 2004
First film Language
Tamil
First film category
Action
First film Actor
Ajith Kumar
First film Director
Saran
First film Producer
N. Palanisamy
First film Story writer
Saran
First film Music Director
Bharadwaj
Pooja Umashankar Interesting Facts
Salary per movie
20 lakh
Net worth
$10 million
Does actor smoke
No
Does actor drink alcohol
No
Career Highlights
Successful roles across Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Sinhala cinema
Philanthropy
Engaged in charitable activities and social causes
Box Office Success
Successful in multiple regional industries
Personal Traits
Versatile, Dedicated, Charming
Film Genres
Comedy, Drama, Action
Recognition
Known for versatile roles and strong performances
Charity Work
Actively supports various charitable causes
Public Appearances
Regularly attends film events, awards, and social functions
Fan Following
Gained popularity in South Indian cinema
Personal Interests
Acting, Traveling, Reading
Popular Films with Directors
Collaborated with directors like Priyadarshan, Suresh Krishna
Social Responsibility
Involved in social causes and public welfare
Acting Style
Expressive, Versatile
Film Contributions
Notable roles in South Indian cinema and a few Bollywood films
Film Impact
Contributed significantly to the South Indian film industry
Fan Engagement
Engages with fans through public appearances and social media
Film Critic Reviews
Generally positive reviews for her performances
Public Campaigns
Participates in campaigns for social and health issues
Personal Philosophy
Believes in hard work, dedication, and authenticity
Fitness Regimen
Maintains fitness through regular exercise and a balanced diet
