Shobana - Actor Profile

Shobana

Acting
Updated: Apr 13, 2026
50Total Films
8.5 Highest Rated
Born: Mar 21, 1970
Birth Place: Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

About Shobana

Shobana Chandrakumar mononymously known as Shobana , is an Indian film actress and Bharatanatyam dancer. She was a popular lead actress in Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada films during the 1980s and 1990s. She won the National Film Award for Best Actress twice, for her performances in the films Manichitrathazhu (1993) and Mitr, My Friend (2002). In 2006, the Government of India honored Shobana with the Padma Shri for her contributions towards the arts

Shobana Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Shobana reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 72% of Shobana'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 Nippu Ravva, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Shobana Movies Ranked

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

Full Filmography

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

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 Coolie Photo Appearance Average Similar →
2025 Thudarum Lalitha Shanmughan Super Hit Similar →
2024 Kalki 2898-AD Mariam Average Similar →
2020 Varane Avashyamund Neena Hit Similar →
2013 Thira Dr. Rohini Pranab Hit Similar →
2004 Dance Like a Man Ratna Parekh Super Hit Similar →
2002 Mitr, My Friend Lakshmi Average Similar →
2000 Valliettan Devi Average Similar →
1997 Kaliyoonjal Gauri Average Similar →
1996 Hitler Gouri Hit Similar →
1995 Mazhayethum Munpe Uma Maheswari Hit Similar →
1994 Pakshe Nandini Menon Average Similar →
1994 Minnaram Neena Average Similar →
1994 Commissioner Adv. Indu Kurup Hit Similar →
1994 Manathe Vellitheru Merlin Fernandes Average Similar →
1994 Thenmavin Kombath Karthumbi Super Hit Similar →
1994 Pavithram Meera Hit Similar →
1993 Manichitrathazhu Ganga / Nagavalli Super Hit Similar →
1993 Golanthara Vartha Lekha Average Similar →
1993 Nippu Ravva - Super Hit Similar →
1993 Maya Mayooram Bhadra Hit Similar →
1993 Meleparambil Aanveedu Pavizham Super Hit Similar →
1992 Pappayude Swantham Appoos Bhama Hit Similar →
1991 Thalapathi 'Subbu' Subbulakshmi Super Hit Similar →
1991 Rowdy Alludu Sita Hit Similar →
1991 Ulladakkam Annie Hit Similar →
1991 Vasthuhara Young Bhavani Super Hit Similar →
1991 April 1st Vidudala Bhuvaneswari Super Hit Similar →
1991 Appula Appa Rao Subba Laxmi Hit Similar →
1991 Kankettu Sujatha Hit Similar →
1990 Alludugaru Kalyani Super Hit Similar →
1990 Kalikkalam Annie Hit Similar →
1990 Neti Siddhartha Jyothi Hit Similar →
1990 Nari Nari Naduma Murari Shobha Average Similar →
1990 Sasneham Saraswathy Hit Similar →
1989 Innale Maya / Gouri Hit Similar →
1988 Vellanakalude Naadu Radha Super Hit Similar →
1988 Idhu Namma Aalu Banu Average Similar →
1988 Aryan Aswathy Hit Similar →
1988 Rudraveena Lalitha Sivajyoti Average Similar →
1988 Aparan Ambili Super Hit Similar →
1987 Anantaram Sumangali / Nalini Super Hit Similar →
1987 Nadodikkattu Radha Super Hit Similar →
1987 Ithrayum Kalam Savithri Average Similar →
1986 T. P. Balagopalan M.A. Anitha Hit Similar →
1986 Vikram Radha Hit Similar →
1985 Yathra Thulasi Hit Similar →
1985 Ee Sabdam Innathe Sabdam Sharada Average Similar →
1985 Avidathepole Ivideyum Sujatha Hit Similar →
1972 Amar Prem - Hit Similar →

Shobana - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Shobana?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Shobana is "Nippu Ravva" with a rating of 8.5/10.

How many movies has Shobana acted in?

Shobana has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Shobana?

Other notable films include "Anantaram", "Nadodikkattu", and "Dance Like a Man".

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