Meena
ActingAbout Meena
Meena aka Mary Joseph was an Indian actress in Malayalam movies. She had acted in about 600 films. Meena died on 17 September 1997 due to a massive heart attack.
Meena Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Meena 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 Meena's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 42% of Meena'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 Kudumba Visesham, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Meena Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Meena's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Meena has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Ancharakalyanam | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Car | Janakiyamma | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Aniyan Bava Chetan Bava | Malu's Mother | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Varaphalam | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Kudumba Visesham | Kikkili Kochamma | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Vardhakya Puranam | Sussanna Kariyachan | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | C.I.D. Unnikrishnan B.A., B.Ed | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Pingami | Vijay's aunt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Midhunam | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Sthreedhanam | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Meleparambil Aanveedu | Bhanumathi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Yoddha | Vasumathi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Ayalathe Adheham | Premachandran's Mother | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Mahanagaram | Advocate | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Pookkalam Varavayi | Jayaraj's Sister | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Sasneham | Ammachi | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Thalayana Manthram | Gigi Daniel | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Dr. Pasupathy | Pappan's Mother | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Mazhavilkavadi | Nangeli | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Varnam | Major's Wife | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Annakutty Kodambakkam Vilikkunnu | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Varavelpu | Rukmini | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Adikkurippu | Bhaskara Pillai's Mother | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Kandathum Kettathum | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Aankiliyude Tharattu | Gomathi | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Vazhiyorakazchakal | Sridevi's Mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Nadodikkattu | Lathika | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Pappan Priyappetta Pappan | Padmanabhan's Relative | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Shyama | Harikumar's Mother | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Oru Kadha Oru Nunakadha | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Karimpin Poovinakkare | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Ee Lokam Ivide Kure Manushyar | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Aram + Aram = Kinnaram | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Ethirppukal | Ravi's mother | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Appunni | Menon's Mother | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Ivide Thudangunnu | Sarada | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Athirathram | Annamma | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Lekhayude Maranam Oru Flashback | Actress | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Aattakalasham | Marykutty's Mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Padayottam | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | Ponmudy | Karthu | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Allauddinum Albhutha Vilakkum | Fatima | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Rakthamillatha Manushyan | Sumathi's Mother | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Madalasa | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Rathinirvedam | Narayani | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Avalude Ravukal | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Madanolsavam | Mariyamma | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Itha Ivide Vare | Janu's Mother | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Pick Pocket | Panchali | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Chattakkari | Sasi's Mother | Flop | Similar → |
Meena - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Meena?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Meena is "Kudumba Visesham" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Meena acted in?
Meena has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Meena?
Other notable films include "Oru Kadha Oru Nunakadha", "Rathinirvedam", and "Ee Lokam Ivide Kure Manushyar".