Papiya Adhikari`s first released film was `Sonar Sansar` directed Ratish De Sarkar in the year 1985.Adhikari was given the role of a lead actress in the play called `Soshane Kandche Lakkhi`. On this, she bagged the best actress award from the west Bengal Government. Her 2019 release includes 17th September, directed by Amitava Bhattacharya.