Subbalakshmi
ActingAbout Subbalakshmi
Subbalakshmi is an acclaimed Carnatic musician, composer and an actress in Malayalam film industry. She have also acted in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil and Kannada films. She is one of the prominent supporting actresses currently handling grand mother roles in Malayalam movies. She is noted for her performance in Kalyanaraman , Pandippada, Nandanam and Dil Bechara
Subbalakshmi Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Subbalakshmi 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 Subbalakshmi's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 30% of Subbalakshmi'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 C.I.D. Moosa, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Subbalakshmi Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Subbalakshmi's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Subbalakshmi has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Cherukkanum Pennum | Grand Mother | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Beast | Hostage | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Star | Devi Mutthassi | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | One | Remya's Grandmother | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Dil Bechara | Manny's Grandmother | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Jack & Daniel | Mutthassi | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Jack & Daniel | Muthasi | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | House Owner | Radha's Grandmother | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | 1948 Kaalam Paranjathu | Antharjanam | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Ammani | Ammani | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Akashvani | Vani's Grandmother | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Rani Padmini | Rani's Grandmother | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Rudra Simhasanam | Grandmother | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Oru New Generation Pani | Rachana's Paatti | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Chirakodinja Kinavukal | An old lady | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Ivan Maryadaraman | Old Guest | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Ivan Maryadaraman | Muthassi | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Koothara | Koobrin's Valyammachi | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Swasam | Grand Mother | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Sound Thoma | Seller | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Sound Thoma | Cameo | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Lekshmi Vilasom Renuka Makan Reghuraman | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Thalsamayam Oru Penkutty | TV Audient | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Ekk Deewana Tha | Jessie's Grandmother | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Note Out | Maya's grandmother | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Marykkundoru Kunjaadu | Bus Passenger | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Neelambari | Kanka Lakshmi | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Vinnaithaandi Varuvaayaa | Jessie's Grandmother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Ye Maaya Chesave | Jessie's Grandmother | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Yugapurushan | Antharjanam | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Chattambinadu | Old lady in the village | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Seetha Kalyanam | Abhirami's Grandmother | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Meghatheertham | Artist | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Mulla | Old Lady | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Romeoo | Bhama's Grandmother | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Alibhai | Old Lady | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Chocolate | Dance Teacher | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Notebook | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Kalabham | Alamelu Ammal | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Classmates | Special appearance in a song | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Ravanan | Muthassi | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Maanikyan | Ammomma | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Pandippada | Meena's grandmother | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Rappakal | Valiya Varma's Wife | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Kalyana Ramudu | Karthyayyani | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | C.I.D. Moosa | Meena's Grandmother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Thilakkam | Ammu's grandmother | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Gramophone | Gregory's Mother | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Kalyanaraman | Karthyayyani | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Nandanam | Veshamani Ammal | Hit | Similar → |
Subbalakshmi - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Subbalakshmi?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Subbalakshmi is "C.I.D. Moosa" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Subbalakshmi acted in?
Subbalakshmi has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Subbalakshmi?
Other notable films include "Vinnaithaandi Varuvaayaa", "Classmates", and "Kalyanaraman".