Meena

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Characters played by Meena

Rani — Drishyam 3 (2026)

Georgekutty's devoted wife who initially kills the blackmailer and relies on her husband's plans.

Priya — Manam Virumbuthe Unnai (1999)

A woman from a wealthy extended family who resembles the woman in the portrait shown by Shanmugam. She and Chandru tease Shanmugam, while Prakash secretly loves her. At the marriage, Prakash insults her and stops the wedding; she leaves, and the story ends with her uniting with Shanmugam.

Annyamma — Munthirivallikal Thalirkkumbol (2017)

Annyamma is Ulahannan’s wife, with whom he has grown emotionally and physically distant. She sings with the children for a colony gathering, and Ulahannan’s rediscovery of her singing and beauty helps him value her again. She also worries with him about their daughter Jini and reflects that children need to see love and affection between their parents.

Rani — Drishyam (2013)

Georgekutty's devoted wife who accidentally kills a blackmailer and helps cover it up.

Annamma — Bro Daddy (2022)

Annamma is John's homemaker wife and Eesho's mother. She encourages the idea that Eesho and Anna would make a good couple, then unexpectedly becomes pregnant herself. She supports John's efforts to manage the family crisis and helps disclose the truth to Kurian.

Meena — Doubles (2000)

Meena is Prabhu's wife and Sangeetha's close friend. She wants Prabhu to behave like Sree Ram, while he pretends to be a nice and respectable husband. She dies of jaundice, and her death leads Prabhu to realize that his true love was for her.

Self (Cameo) — Thenali (2000)

In this cameo appearance, the performer is hired by Thenali Soman to pretend to be his long-lost wife during a family picnic. The performance is designed to provoke Dr. Kailash into confronting Thenali and jumping from his wheelchair, thereby revealing that Kailash's paralysis was psychological and helping him recover.

Jyothi — Drushyam (2014)

Rambabu's wife who assists her daughter in hiding the victim's body in a manure pit. Participates in the coordinated false alibi and endures severe physical abuse during police interrogation before the truth is exposed.

Ranganayaki — Muthu (1995)

A talented actress pursued by Raja Malayasimman. After being rescued by Muthu, she initially resists him but eventually falls in love. She hides from her abusive brother-in-law and stays at the palace, ultimately choosing Muthu.

Jyothi — Drushyam 2 (2021)

Rambabu's wife who struggles with family isolation. She develops a close bond with her neighbor Saritha and accidentally reveals that Anju killed Varun during a monitored conversation, inadvertently triggering police scrutiny against her family.

Vellayamma — Pasamulla Pandiyare (1997)

A skilled palm reader who harbors affection for Pandiyar. She uncovers a hidden secret through palmistry, which likely motivates her subsequent murder. Her death serves as the catalyst for the central conflict, leading to Pandiyar's wrongful arrest.

Maya — Natturajavu (2004)

Maya is Charlie’s wife and a Hindu whom he loves and cares for. Her family was killed by Charlie’s father, with her brother Karnan surviving. Karnan does not initially know that she has married Charlie, and later gives up his revenge after recognizing Charlie’s good character.

Career Overview

Meena has 129 screen credits in a career dating back to 1982. Their work spans 3 cinematic universes — most prominently Drishyam Series with 3 titles. Signature works include Drishyam 3, Paape Naa Pranam, Munthirivallikal Thalirkkumbol. 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
129
Birth Date
1976-09-16
Birth Place
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 3 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q3276006), public domain (CC0).