Nithya Menen
ActingAbout Nithya Menen
Nithya Menen is an Indian film actress and playback singer. She has acted in Malayalam, Telugu, Tamil, and Kannada language films, as well as an English film. She won 2Filmfare Awards for the Telugu films Gunde Jaari Gallanthayyinde and Malli Malli Idhi Rani Roju. She once said in an interview that she never wished to become an actress but a journalist, as she was "an idealist", but felt journalism was "not what it used to be". She then decided to become a filmmaker as she could express her ideas "better through films", and enrolled for a course in cinematography at the FTII Pune. During the entrance examination, she met Nandini Reddy, who "brainwashed" and convinced her to take up acting. Vamshidhar Reddy would later turn director and sign Nithya for the lead female role in her first project.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Nithya Menen reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Nithya Menen's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 54% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Nithya Menen remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Skylab, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Nithya Menen Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Nithya Menen's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Nithya Menen.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Idli Kadai | Kayal | Hit | Similar → |
| 2025 | Thalaivan Thalaivii | Perarasi | Hit | Similar → |
| 2025 | Kadhalikka Neramillai | Shriya | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Wonder Women | Nora | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Thiruchitrambalam | Shobana | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | 19(1)(a) | Penkutty | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Bheemla Nayak | Suguna | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | Gamanam | Shailaputri Devi | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Skylab | Gauri | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Ninnila Ninnila | Maya | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Psycho | Kamala Das | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Mission Mangal | Varsha Gowda | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Praana | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | N.T.R: Kathanayakudu | Savitri | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Geetha Govindam | Passerby (Special Appearance) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Awe! | Krishnaveni | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Mersal | Aishwarya Vetrimaaran | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Iru Mugan | Aayushi | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Janatha Garage | Anu | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Kotigobba 2 | Shubha | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | JK Enum Nanbanin Vaazhkai | Nithya | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | 24 | Priya | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Rudhramadevi | Muktamba | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Kanchana 2 | Cameo | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | O Kadhal Kanmani | Tara | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Son of Satyamurthy | Valli | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | 100 Days Of Love | Sheela | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Malli Malli Idhi Rani Roju | Nazeera Khanum | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Bangalore Days | Natasha Francis | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Malini 22 Palayamkottai | Malini | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Gunde Jaari Gallanthayyinde | Shravani | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Myna | Myna | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Jabardasth | Saraswati | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Poppins | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Bachelor Party | Neethu | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Ustad Hotel | Shahana | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Karmayogi | Moonu Mani | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Thalsamayam Oru Penkutty | Manjula Ayyappan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Ishq | Priya | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Makaramanju | Model | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Veppam | Revathi | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Violin | Angel | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | 180 | Vidya | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Urumi | Chirakkal Bala / Daisy da Cunha | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Ala Modalaindi | Nithya | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Anwar | Asna Begum | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Apoorvaragam | Nancy | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Angel John | Sofia | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Kerala Cafe | JK's co-passenger | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Hanuman | Anja's sister | Average | Similar → |
Nithya Menen - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Nithya Menen?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Nithya Menen is "Skylab" with a rating of 8.2/10.
How many movies has Nithya Menen acted in?
Nithya Menen has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Nithya Menen?
Other notable films include "Wonder Women", "Bangalore Days", and "Ustad Hotel".