List Of Malayalam Film Actress [2025]

This period saw the rise of the “superstar heroine,” where actresses commanded top billing alongside male legends like Mohanlal and Mammootty. They brought a mix of traditional values and modern chic.

No discussion is complete without acknowledging the actresses who specialized in character and comic roles, often outshining the leads. list of malayalam film actress

This period saw more nuanced female characters, with actresses balancing commercial and art-house cinema. This period saw the rise of the “superstar

| Actress | Notable Films | Distinction | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Seema | Avanavan Kadamba, Aa Rathri | Bold, glamorous, and unconventional for her time. | | Menaka (Suresh Kumar) | Oru CBI Diary Kurippu, Padayottam | Elegant lead; later became a producer. | | Rohini | Padayani, Kireedam | Natural actress; also a celebrated director and dubbing artist. | | Mohanlal’s heroines (many overlapped) | e.g., Sumalatha, Urvashi, Kalpana | Urvashi is a National Award winner (Achuvinte Amma). | | Shobana | Manichitrathazhu, Thenmavin Kombath | Classical dancer; National Award for Mitr, My Friend. | | Revathi | Kireedam, Kilukkam | Also a top director; known for expressive eyes and natural acting. | Special mention: Urvashi – Comedy, drama, horror; one

Special mention: Urvashi – Comedy, drama, horror; one of the most versatile actresses in Malayalam history.

Known for her expressive eyes and strong screen presence, Sumalatha gave memorable performances in Avanavan Kadamba and Nirakkoottu. She was a versatile actor who held her own against the "big Ms" (Mammootty and Mohanlal).