While Namitha acted in many Telugu and Kannada films (e.g., Bhadra , Super , Jairam ), the above list focuses strictly on her Tamil filmography as requested.

Namitha: The Glamorous Icon of South Indian Cinema Namitha Vankawala, popularly known as , is one of the most celebrated figures in South Indian cinema, particularly in the mid-2000s. Standing at an impressive 6'2", she became a "cult icon" in Tamil Nadu, even having a temple built for her by dedicated fans in Coimbatore. Her journey from a beauty pageant contestant to a leading heroine is marked by high-profile collaborations and a series of commercial blockbusters. Namitha’s Tamil Filmography Highlights

Namitha has appeared in over 50 films. Below are her most notable Tamil movies, listed by the year of release.

Namitha has acted in over 50 films across Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi. Below is the in chronological order.

Despite her busy political schedule and family life, she continues to be open to exciting acting opportunities. In a 2025 interview with The Times of India , she expressed a desire for a comeback with "dominant" and "aggressive" roles, similar to Ramya Krishnan's iconic character Neelambari from the film . She mentioned that she turned down many roles that she considered shallow and is waiting for the right script to showcase her acting talents again.

During the early 2000s, internet penetration in Tamil Nadu was limited to broadband in cities. Yet, Namitha's "popular videos" dominated , Jaya TV , and Raj TV countdown shows. The reasons for her digital longevity include:

Starring opposite Sarathkumar, this action entertainer featured the mega-hit song "Arjuna Arjuna," establishing her as the reigning glamour queen.

Perhaps the most stylish film of her career. Directed by Vishnuvardhan and starring Ajith Kumar, Namitha played 'C.J.', a sleek, glamorous gangster's girlfriend. Her sophisticated look and bikini sequence in this film set a new standard for glamour in Kollywood.