Philomina

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Characters played by Philomina

Prabhakaran Thampi's Mother — Pattanapravesham (1988)

Matriarch of the smuggling boss's family, adds domestic depth.

Maya's grandmother — In Harihar Nagar (1990)

Protective elder, initially suspicious of neighbors' intentions.

Thandamma — Mimics Parade (1991)

Elderly community member, represents traditional values and local culture.

Thandamma — Kasarkode Khaderbhai (1992)

A supporting ensemble character connected to the film's interpersonal and comedic situations.

Kunjamma — Kudumbapuranam (1988)

Hired as a caretaker at Krishnanunni's new residence after he moves out of the family home. She assists with household management during his financial struggles.

Bhama's Grandmother — Njan Gandharvan (1991)

Bhama's grandmother, whom Bhama consults about gandharvas. She explains their place in mythology, their ability to change forms, and the curse that makes them inhabit Paala trees and seduce mortal women. Later, Devan's musical talent wins her over, and she supports Bhama marrying him.

Muthashi — Kireedam (1989)

Elderly family member or matriarch figure with minor narrative role.

Kunjulakshmi — Dr. Pasupathy (1990)

Kunjulakshmi is Unnikannan Nair's mother and is involved in a comic feud with Pappan's Grandfather. Their animosity adds another layer of humorous conflict to the village story. The summary does not describe her involvement in the Panchayat's search for a vet or in the central events surrounding Ammukutty and Pappen.

Odanavattom Omana — Vardhakya Puranam (1994)

A senior actress, Odanavattom Omana gives the drama troupe's founders important background about Rajani. She tells them that Rajani had quit acting after her husband Vysakhan caused problems in her previous troupes, though the founders initially doubt her account after meeting him.

Muthu's grandmother — Meerayude Dukhavum Muthuvinte Swapnavum (2003)

Muthu and Meera's grandmother lives with them in their small mud house. She insults Meera about her disability and is often intoxicated from smoking cannabis. When the healer attempts to molest Meera, the grandmother is lying unconscious in bed and does not intervene.

Rahelamma — Parallel College (1990)

A local teashop owner who steps in with a broom to stop a violent clash between students. After the college's decline, she moves into Ananthan's rented house to work as a housekeeper, providing domestic support during a turbulent period.

Old Woman — Kathodu Kathoram (1985)

An old woman who lives far from the village and provides a house where Louis and Marykkutty resettle. Her home gives them a place to live together after they leave the village. The plot summary does not describe her further or state that she takes part in the later search for Kuttan.

Career Overview

Philomina has 131 screen credits in a career dating back to 1964. Their work spans 5 cinematic universes — most prominently Kasarkode Khaderbai Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include Peruvannapurathe Visheshangal, Uncle Bun, Abhinayam. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
female
Known Credits
131
Birth Date
1926-01-01

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 5 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q277313), public domain (CC0).