While the name "Reshma" is often associated with the legendary Pakistani folk singer Reshma (1947–2013), a lesser-known but significant figure in Bollywood cinema is the actress Reshma who appeared in Hindi films primarily during the 1970s and early 1980s. This report focuses on that actress—her career, notable films, and place in the entertainment industry.

Critics often lament that Reshma was born a decade too early. If she had emerged during the 2000s indie wave (with directors like Anurag Kashyap), she would have been a National Award winner. Her ability to portray rural angst and sexual agency would have been celebrated, not relegated to "B-grade" labels.

By the mid-1980s, Reshma’s film appearances became sporadic. The rise of new leading actresses (Sridevi, Jaya Prada, Madhuri Dixit) and changing audience tastes shifted the industry away from the type of secondary roles she played. Her last known film credit is around 1983. Little public information exists about her post-cinema life, making her one of Bollywood’s "lost" stars.