Manimala - Actor Profile

Manimala

Acting
Updated: Apr 13, 2026
16Total Films
8.6 Highest Rated

About Manimala

Manimala is an Indian film Actress, who has worked predominantly in Tamil movie industry. She has worked in popular movies like Motor Sundaram Pillai, Periya Idathu Pen. Her previous film to hit the theatres was Motor Sundaram Pillai in the year 1966.

Known For: ActingIndustry Veteran

Manimala Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Manimala reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 16 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Manimala's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 6% of Manimala'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 Sindhu Bhairavi, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Manimala Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Manimala's career based on audience ratings.

★8.6
Sindhu Bhairavi (1985) movie poster
★8.6

Sindhu Bhairavi: JKB, a talented Carnatic musician, struggles to connect with his wife, who cannot conceive a child. When he meets Sindhu

Sindhu Bhairavi

1985•Family
★6.0
Motor Sundaram Pillai (1966) movie poster
★6.0

Motor Sundaram Pillai: A man runs a successful business and visits his large family only on weekends. When the marriages of his 2 children and

Motor Sundaram Pillai

1966•Drama
★6.0
Periya Idathu Pen (1963) movie poster
★6.0

Periya Idathu Pen: Periya Idathu Pen, Murugappan (M.G.R.) is a simple village youth, living with his widowed sister, Gangamma. He wishes to

Periya Idathu Pen

1963•Drama
★5.0
Poojaikku Vantha Malar (1965) movie poster
★5.0

Poojaikku Vantha Malar: Poojaikku Vantha Malar - It is a story about two thick friends Suresh (Gemini Ganesan) and Ravi (Muthuraman) who studied

Poojaikku Vantha Malar

1965•Comedy
★4.0
Nethaji (1996) movie poster
★4.0

Nethaji: Karunamurthy (Kitty) an honest man and the Home Minister of the state of Tamil Nadu is forced to help the terrorists to

Nethaji

1996

Full Filmography

Every movie Manimala has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1996 Nethaji Shivashankari Flop Similar →
1988 Madhuraikkara Thambi - Flop Similar →
1988 Nallavan - Flop Similar →
1987 Rithubhedam - Flop Similar →
1985 Sindhu Bhairavi Sindhu's mother Super Hit Similar →
1985 Paadum Vaanampadi Raja, Anand and Viji's mother Flop Similar →
1975 Raasaleela - Flop Similar →
1975 Malai Sooda Va - Flop Similar →
1974 Kanyakumari - Flop Similar →
1971 Naa Thammudu - Flop Similar →
1970 Patham Pasali - Flop Similar →
1967 Karpooram - Flop Similar →
1966 Motor Sundaram Pillai Second Wife Average Similar →
1965 Poojaikku Vantha Malar - Flop Similar →
1965 Kaakum Karangal - Flop Similar →
1963 Periya Idathu Pen - Average Similar →

Manimala - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Manimala?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Manimala is "Sindhu Bhairavi" with a rating of 8.6/10.

How many movies has Manimala acted in?

Manimala has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Manimala?

Other notable films include "Motor Sundaram Pillai", "Periya Idathu Pen", and "Poojaikku Vantha Malar".

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