Subatra Robert
| Subatra Robert | |
|---|---|
| Born | 23 July 1981 Pondicherry, India |
| 🏳️ Citizenship | French |
| 🏫 Education | IFSI de La Croix Saint Simon |
| 💼 Occupation | |
| 📆 Years active | 2013 - Present |
Subatra Robert is a Franco-Indian actress who has been predominantly working on Tamil-language films, known for her performance in several critically acclaimed films such as Vada Chennai (2018), Periyerum Perumal (2018), Karnan (2021) and Jai Bhim (2021). Apart from Tamil, she has also contributed as a theatre artist in French cinema.
Early Life and Education
Subatra Robert is a Franco-Indian actress currently based in Chennai, India. Originally from Pondicherry, Subatra moved to France at the age of 6. She completed her schooling in France from IFSI de La Croix Saint Simon[1] and worked as a paramedical professional from nearly nine years.
In 2011, she returned to India and became actively involved in child welfare initiatives. Over the course of three years, she collaborated with various NGOs, focusing on supporting physically challenged children, as well as Irular and other tribal children and orphans.
Career
Subatra's acting career began in 2013 when she was first casted by Paul Mignot for Believe (2014) a short film in French shot in Puducherry, India[2]. Eventually she joined Indianostrum Theatre[3] and worked with director Koumarane Valavane[4][5] and preformed in Dreams of Tipu Sultan[6][7], a devised play that explored the themes of capital punishment and mob psychology. She continued her work in theatre for four years, during which she collaborated with renowned French director Ariane Mnouchkine, contributing to the production department in four of her plays. Additionally, she attended three session of L'Ecole Nomade[8][9], organized by Theatre du Soleil under Mnouchkine's guidance.
Her first significant breakthrough[10] in cinema came with her role in the Tamil film Kabali (2016) directed by Pa. Ranjith. She went on to feature in a series of critically acclaimed films including Vada Chennai (2018), Pariyerum Perumal (2018), Karnan (2021), Jai Bhim (2021), Witness (2022), Natchathiram Nagargirathu (2022) and Bommai Nayagi (2023)[11] and web series Label (2023). Subatra's performance in Jai Bhim garnered widespread praise,[12] cementing her reputation in Tamil Cinema. She continues to focus and work on films that address socially relevant themes.
Her diverse career spans Tamil and French cinema, highlighting her repertoire by venturing into Malayalam Cinema with the upcoming film Dear Students, starring Nayanthara and Nivin Pauly. Additionally, she is working on the Tamil remake of the film Tentigo (2023), produced by Stone Bench Creations.
Subatra remains actively engaged in theatre production. Her artistic journey also encompasses a deep commitment to traditional performing arts, having trained in various disciplines including improvisation, Kathakali, Therukoothu and the ancient martial art form of Kalaripayattu. Apart from Tamil and English she is proficient in French and is active in France theatre spaces.
Beyond acting, Subatra has worked as an executive producer for a number of International and Indian film projects. Some of her notable contributions include: Delsafio (2015) produced by Caracol TV, Colombia, a short film by Alain Deymier, French Director and Photographer.
Filmography
- Note: all films are in Tamil, unless otherwise noted.
Feature films
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Alaiyin Thisai | Nila | ||
| Dheephan | French film | |||
| 2016 | Kabali | |||
| 2018 | Vada Chennai | Mari Amma (Senthil's Wife) | ||
| Pariyerum Perumal | First Angel (Teacher) | |||
| 2019 | Asuran | |||
| 2020 | Ka Pae Ranasingam | |||
| 2021 | Appa's Seasons | |||
| Karnan | Pregnant Lady | |||
| Jai Bhim | Pachaiyammal (Rajakannu's Sister) | [12] | ||
| 2022 | Mahaan | |||
| Natchathiram Nagargiradhu | Karpagam | [13] | ||
| Witness | Kalpana | [14] | ||
| 2023 | Bommai Nayagi | Kayalvizhi (Bommai Nayagi's Mother) | [15] | |
| Thiruvin Kural | Thiru's Sister | [16] | ||
| Yaathisai | Queen | [17] | ||
| 2025 | Perusu | Vanitha Mani | ||
| Peranbum Perungobamum | [18] |
Short films
| Year | Film | Director | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Karayan Veedu | ||
| Believe | Paul Mignot | French film | |
| 2016 | Semi | Santhosh Jay & Sabareesh Subramaniam | |
| Vanished in the Herd |
Television series
| Year | Series | Role | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Label | Teacher | [19] |
Awards
| Year | Awards | Category | Movie | Results | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 69th Filmfare Award South | Best Supporting Actress | Bommai Nayagi | Nominated | [20] |
| 2024 | Ananda Vikatan Awards | Best Supporting Actress | Nominated | ||
| 2023 | She Nakshatram Movie Award | Best Supporting Actress | Natchathiram Nagargiradhu | Won | [21] |
References
- ↑ "Contacter la Fondation".
- ↑ Dutta, Debjani (2021-07-02). "Puducherry keen to woo filmmakers as shootings resume after relaxation of lockdown". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 2025-03-17.
- ↑ Anantharam, Chitradeepa (2020-12-03). "A theatre school for those interested in exploring a career in arts". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2025-03-17.
- ↑ "Koumarane Valavane: Bringing Home The World". Forbes India. Retrieved 2025-03-17.
- ↑ Anantharam, Chitradeepa (2018-01-02). "Folk at the forefront". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2025-03-17.
- ↑ "The play outside the play". The Hindu. 2013-11-04. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2025-03-17.
- ↑ says, Dubey sir (2013-11-15). "People Vs. Indianostrum -". Retrieved 2025-03-17.
- ↑ Administrator, Site (2016-01-02). "India/France – Top French theatre director Ariane Mnouckine to hold workshop in Puducherry". The Luxury Chronicle. Retrieved 2025-03-17.
- ↑ WildFilmsIndia (2018-02-01). Indianostrum theatre at Romain Rolland Street in Pondicherry. Retrieved 2025-03-17 – via YouTube.
- ↑ V4U Media (2021-04-10). Kabali is Blessing for Me | 45 Years of Rajinism | Actress Subathra | episode - 46 Part - 2. Retrieved 2025-03-11 – via YouTube.
- ↑ "Dailymotion". www.dailymotion.com. Retrieved 2025-03-11.
- ↑ 12.0 12.1 Cinema Vikatan (2021-11-02). Police அடிக்குறப்போ என் Husband கூடதான் இருந்தார் - Raasa Kannu Akka Actress Subathra | Jai Bhim. Retrieved 2025-03-11 – via YouTube.
- ↑ "'நட்சத்திரம் நகர்கிறது' நெட்ஃபிக்ஸ்ல் வெளியாகியுள்ளது…". Indian Express - Tamil. Retrieved 2025-03-20.
- ↑ "விட்னஸ் Review: நம் சமூகத்தின் கண்ணாடியாக ஓர் அட்டகாச சவுக்கடி சினிமா". Hindu Tamil Thisai (in தமிழ்). 2022-12-10. Retrieved 2025-03-20.
- ↑ "Yogi Babu's Bommai Nayagi shooting wrapped up". The Times of India. 2021-11-24. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2025-03-20.
- ↑ "'திருவின் குரல்' படத்தில் அப்பா - மகன் பாசம்". Hindu Tamil Thisai (in தமிழ்). 2023-02-18. Retrieved 2025-03-20.
- ↑ Features, C. E. (2022-05-11). "Guru Somasundaram's next, Yaathisai". Cinema Express. Retrieved 2025-03-20.
- ↑ "First look of Vijit Bachchan's 'Peranbum Perungobamum'". The Times of India. 2024-02-19. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2025-06-04.
- ↑ "'Label' Review: Jai, Arunraja Kamaraj's predictable thriller loses grip midway". India Today. 2023-11-15. Retrieved 2025-03-20.
- ↑ "Nominations of 69th Filmfare Awards South 2024 Tamil | Filmfare". filmfare.com. Retrieved 2025-03-17.
- ↑ "Nakshatram 2023 - Star Awards". She Awards. Retrieved 2025-03-11.
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