Roja
A woman from a village in Tamil Nadu marries a sophisticated city dweller and moves with him to Kashmir, where all is rosy - until he gets kidnapped by militants.
Directed by Mani Ratnam · Drama · Romance · Thriller · 137 min · 1992
Director
Mani Ratnam
Writer
Story & Screenplay:, Mani Ratnam, Dialogues:, Sujatha
Studio
Kavithalayaa Productions
Release
15 Aug 1992
Runtime
137 min
Genres
Drama, Romance, Thriller
Full Plot
In this romantic drama, a young woman named Roja's life is turned upside down when her fiancé is kidnapped by militants while on a mission in Kashmir. As she navigates the complexities of language barriers and cultural differences, Roja must find a way to rescue her loved one and uncover the truth behind his abduction. Along the way, she discovers a deep romance with her husband-to-be.
Cast & Characters
Did You Know?
Mani Ratnam has directed 16 films in our catalog, including Kannathil Muthamittal, O Kadhal Kanmani.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
Arvind Swamy appears in 13 films in our catalog, including Thani Oruvan, Kadal.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
Doraiswamy, an executive of the Indian Oil Corporation, was kidnapped by Kashmiri militants and put in captivity for two months.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
Critical Assessment
Roja holds 8.1/10 on IMDb (13,950 votes).
Not enough independent critic/audience score breakdown available.
Ratings as of July 30, 2026
Where to Watch
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AI Verdict
AI-generatedBased on aggregated scores (8.1/10 on IMDb (13,950 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roja's IMDb rating?+
Roja has a 8.1/10 rating on IMDb from 13,950 votes.
Is Roja good? What are critics saying?+
Roja holds 8.1/10 on IMDb (13,950 votes).
How long is Roja?+
Roja has a runtime of 137 min.
Who directed Roja?+
Roja was directed by Mani Ratnam.
Where can I watch Roja?+
Roja is available to stream, rent, or buy on Sun Nxt, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Zee5, VI movies and tv.
Fan & Critic Buzz
Roja received praise for its patriotic themes and technical aspects such as cinematography and direction. Critics noted standout performances from Arvind Swami and praised the film's visuals. However, some reviewers found minor flaws in Madhubala's acting and Pankaj Kapoor's role.
Source: Wikipedia — Critical reception (CC BY-SA)
