A scientist who is initially rescued from terrorists by Nethaji. She later becomes a hostage when Nethaji kidnaps her to negotiate the safe release of Ammu, making her central to the hostage exchange plot.
She is the widowed mother of Raja, Anand, and Viji. Anand supports her and his younger sister as the family's provider. Dharmalingam has her arrested on false charges, forcing the family to leave the city in disgrace; she is part of the family reunited after Raja discovers Anand's identity.
Manimala has 20 screen credits in a career dating back to 1963. Signature works include Patham Pasali, Motor Sundaram Pillai, Kaakum Karangal. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
