She later moved to Malayalam and television.

Pooja's filmography spans over two decades, beginning with her debut in the Tamil film (2003). She quickly became a staple in Tamil cinema before expanding into the Sri Lankan (Sinhala) film industry, where she achieved superstar status.

Born on June 20, 1984, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, Pooja began her acting career at a young age. She made her debut in the Tamil film industry with the movie "Kalathur Kannamma" in 1997. However, it was her breakout role in "Thirumalai" (2003) that brought her to the forefront.