Kalabhavan Mani
ActingAbout Kalabhavan Mani
Kunnisseri Veettil Raman Mani (1 January 1971 – 6 March 2016), better known by his stage name Kalabhavan Mani, was an Indian film actor and singer. Mani started his career as a mimicry artist with the Kalabhavan troupe. He has starred in over 200 films, including Malayalam, Tamil, and Telugu films, and is renowned for his comedy, character, and villain roles. He received the National Film Award – Special Jury Award and Kerala State Film Award for his performance as Ramu in Vasanthiyum Lakshmiyum Pinne Njaanum (1999).
Kalabhavan Mani Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Kalabhavan Mani reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Kalabhavan Mani's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 50% of Kalabhavan Mani's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Red Salute, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Kalabhavan Mani Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Kalabhavan Mani's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Kalabhavan Mani has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Onnum Onnum Moonu | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Papanasam | Constable Perumal | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Mythri | Kalaprathapan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Konthayum Poonoolum | Mathachan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Tourist Home | Traffic Cop | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Amen | Looyi pappan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Ayalum Njanum Thammil | ASI Purushothaman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Adaminte Makan Abu | Johnson | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Enthiran | Pachaimuthu | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Shikkar | Maniyappan | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Twenty 20 | Pappachan | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Vel | Sakara Pandi | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Chotta Mumbai | C. I. Nateshan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Red Salute | Chala Vasu | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Something Something… Unakkum Enakkum | Mayan | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Chinthamani Kolacase | CI Ayyappadas | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Aaru | Police Officer | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Anandabhadram | Chemban | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Anniyan | House Owner | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Ben Johnson | Johnson / Amarkalam Pathrose | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Jithan | Singampuli | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Vettam | Mani | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Sethurama Iyer CBI | Isow Alex | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Jay Jay | KTM | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Balettan | Musthafa | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Nandanam | Mahadevan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Kuberan | Ramanujan | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | One Man Show | Ponnappan | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Guard | Appukuttan Nair | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Dhosth | V. Jayan | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Valliettan | Kattipalli Pappan | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Kochu Kochu Santhoshangal | Sudhakaran | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Narasimham | Bharathan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Crime File | Ezhuthachan | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Kannezhuthi Pottum Thottu | Chindan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Meenathil Thalikettu | Ochuuttee | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Summer in Bethlehem | Monai | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Oru Maravathoor Kanavu | O.C. Antappan | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Marumalarchi | Velu | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Achammakuttiyude Achayan | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Chitrashalabham | Bakkar Parappanangadi | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Rajathanthram | Adv. P.K. Shivakumar | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Aaram Thamburan | Namboothiri | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Aaram Thamburan | The young namboothiri | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Bhoothakkannadi | Ayyappan | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Ancharakalyanam | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Udhyanapalakan | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Sallapam | Rajappan | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Captain Prabhakaran | Junior artist | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | My Dear Kuttichathan | Dakshinenthya Manthravaadhi | Hit | Similar → |
Kalabhavan Mani - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Kalabhavan Mani?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kalabhavan Mani is "Red Salute" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Kalabhavan Mani acted in?
Kalabhavan Mani has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Kalabhavan Mani?
Other notable films include "Papanasam", "Ayalum Njanum Thammil", and "Summer in Bethlehem".