Saroja Devi's expressive eyes and versatile performance had always given her the edge over her counterparts. Though Saroja Devi was only 17 when she acted in Mahakavi Kalidas, she was able to make an impact in the film, which went on to win the national award.
This Tamil film featuring MGR in the lead marked Saroja Devi's debut in Kollywood. She is reportedly the second actress after Jayalalithaa to be paired alongside MGR in several films.
Saroja has collaborated with some of the biggest stars in Tamil and Kannada cinema. She made her debut alongside Sivaji Ganesan in the film released in 1958. Over the years, she acted in more than 20 films with the legendary actor.
This film featured Saroja Devi and Sivaji Ganesan in lead roles. It was remade later in malayalam as 'Oru Raagam Pala Thaalam.' Saroja played the role of a caring lover and wife in the original version.