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Manjima Mohan is an Indian actress who primarily appears in Tamil, Malayalam and Telugu films. She started her career as a child artist in Malayalam films. she made her debut as a lead actress with Oru Vadakkan Selfie (2015) in Malayalam and Achcham Enbadhu Madamaiyada (2016) in Tamil. She won the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut – South in 2017.[1][2]
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Personal life
[edit]Manjima is the daughter of veteran cinematographer Vipin Mohan and dancer Kalamandalam Girija. After completing her schooling at Nirmala Bhavan Higher Secondary School, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, she pursued a B.Sc. degree in mathematics from Stella Maris College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu. She married actor Gautham Ram Karthik on 28 November 2022.[3]
Career
[edit]Manjima was a leading child artist in Malayalam film industry in early 2000s later she also hosted a television call-in show for kids by the name ‘'Hai Kids'’ on Surya TV for three years which rose her fame among Malayali audience.
Despite having had acting experience, she said that she was "not at all confident" when she started shooting for the film and that the initial days were "terrifying".[4] Oru Vadakkan Selfie, which was directed by G. Prajith and scripted by Vineeth Sreenivasan, featured Manjima Mohan as the female lead.[5]
Upon the release of Oru Vadakkan Selfie, Manjima landed her first Tamil film, Achcham Enbadhu Madamaiyada.[2] Its director Gautham Vasudev Menon, who was impressed with her work in Oru Vadakkan Selfie,[6] cast Manjima as the female lead, after she had gone through an audition.[7]
In 2017 she had two Tamil films, one opposite Udhayanidhi Stalin - Ippadai Vellum[8] and the other, Sathriyan, opposite Vikram Prabhu.[9] In 2019, she made her come back to Malayalam with Mikhael opposite Nivin Pauly for the second time . She also has a few Tamil films in her career, including Tughlaq Durbar with Vijay Sethupathi, and Raashii Khanna.[10][11][12] Her first release in 2023 was a Horror Thriller film Boo directed by A. L. Vijay that directly premiered on JioCinema.[13] and in 2025, she made special appearance in Suzhal: The Vortex season 2.
Filmography
[edit]Films
[edit]| † | Denotes films that have not yet been released |
| Year | Title | Role | Language | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Kaliyoonjal | Younger Ammu | Malayalam | Child artist | |
| 1998 | Mayilpeelikkavu | Gayathri's relative | |||
| 1999 | Saaphalyam | Sreethumol | |||
| 2000 | Priyam | Anu | |||
| Thenkasipattanam | Younger Devootty | ||||
| Madhuranombarakattu | Maya | ||||
| Kabooliwala | |||||
| 2001 | Sundara Purushan | Suryanarayanan's daughter | |||
| 2015 | Oru Vadakkan Selfie | Daisy George | Debut as lead | ||
| 2016 | Achcham Yenbadhu Madamaiyada | Leela Raman | Tamil | ||
| Sahasam Swasaga Sagipo | Leela | Telugu | |||
| 2017 | Sathriyan | Niranjana | Tamil | ||
| Ippadai Vellum | Bhargavi | ||||
| 2019 | NTR: Kathanayakudu | Nara Bhuvaneshwari | Telugu | ||
| NTR: Mahanayakudu | |||||
| Mikhael | Mary | Malayalam | |||
| Devarattam | Madhu | Tamil | |||
| 2021 | Kalathil Sandhippom | Kavya | |||
| Tughlaq Durbar | Manimegalai | [14] | |||
| 2022 | FIR | Prarthana Raman | |||
| 2023 | Boo | Neelu | Tamil/Telugu | released on JioCinema |
- Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Suzhal: The Vortex | Nagamma | Season 2 |
Awards and nominations
[edit] | This section of a biography of a living person does not include any references or sources. (December 2022) |
| Year | Award | Category | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Asianet Film Awards | Best child artist | Priyam | Won |
| 2001 | Kerala State Film Award | Kerala State Film Award for Best Child Artist | Madhuranombarakattu | Won |
| 2001 | Kerala State Television Award | Kerala State Television Award for Best Child Artist | Kabulivaala | Won |
| 2016 | SIIMA | Best Debut-Female (Malayalam) | Oru Vadakkan Selfie | Nominated |
| 2017 | Filmfare Award | Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut – South | Achcham Yenbadhu Madamaiyada | Won |
| 2017 | 6th South Indian International Movie Awards | Best Debut-Female (Tamil) | Nominated | |
| 2017 | Edison Awards (India) | Best debut actress | Won |
References
[edit]- ^ "64th Filmfare Awards South 2017: R Madhavan wins Best Actor, Suriya bags Critics Award". India Today. 18 June 2017. Archived from the original on 11 July 2017. Retrieved 14 July 2017.
- ^ a b "Manjima is the new heroine for Simbu". 14 May 2015. Archived from the original on 4 March 2016. Retrieved 21 May 2015.
- ^ "Gautham Karthik and Manjima Mohan are now married, see first photos". New Indian Express. 28 November 2022. Archived from the original on 29 November 2022. Retrieved 29 November 2022.
- ^ "She is Back!". Archived from the original on 24 November 2015. Retrieved 21 May 2015.
- ^ Krishnakumar, G. (5 April 2015). "Selfie clicks, becomes year's first super-hit". The Hindu. Archived from the original on 5 December 2019. Retrieved 18 July 2018.
- ^ "Manjima Mohan is STR's heroine in Gautham Menon film!". Sify. Archived from the original on 16 May 2015. Retrieved 21 May 2015.
- ^ "Lady luck smiles on Manjima Mohan". 14 May 2015. Archived from the original on 4 March 2016. Retrieved 21 May 2015.
- ^ "Lyca signs Udhayanidhi to be directed by Gaurav Narayanan". Sify. Archived from the original on 10 January 2017. Retrieved 11 May 2017.
- ^ "Manjima Mohan cast opposite Vikram Prabhu". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 4 December 2017. Retrieved 11 May 2017.
- ^ "Vijay Sethupathi's Tughlaq Durbar to get a direct OTT release?". Times Now. 22 April 2021. Archived from the original on 4 May 2021. Retrieved 4 May 2021.
- ^ "Vijay Sethupathi announces release date for Laabam as Tughlaq Durbar goes the OTT way". The Indian Express. 22 April 2021. Archived from the original on 4 May 2021. Retrieved 4 May 2021.
- ^ "Vijay Sethupathi's 'Tughlaq Durbar' skips theatrical release". The Times of India. 22 April 2021. Archived from the original on 4 May 2021. Retrieved 4 May 2021.
- ^ "Director Vijay's horror thriller 'Boo' to premiere directly on OTT". The Times of India. 26 May 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Archived from the original on 1 June 2023. Retrieved 1 June 2023.
- ^ "Manjima Mohan onboard for Vijay Sethupathi's Tughlaq Darbar". Cinema Express. 5 August 2019. Archived from the original on 10 May 2021. Retrieved 10 May 2021.
External links
[edit]| Authority control databases: Artists |
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- ^ "Manjima Mohan talks about women's safety on Independence Day; Says, 'It feels like a distant dream'". The Times of India. 15 August 2024. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 19 December 2024.
- ^ "People claimed that my father-in-law wasn't happy with our marriage: Manjima Mohan". People claimed that my father-in-law wasn't happy with our marriage: Manjima Mohan. Retrieved 19 December 2024.
Manjima Mohan
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Early life and education
Manjima Mohan was born on 11 March 1993 in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.[1] She is the daughter of cinematographer Vipin Mohan and dancer Kalamandalam Girija.[4] Mohan completed her schooling at Nirmala Bhavan Higher Secondary School in Thiruvananthapuram.[5] She later pursued a B.Sc. degree in Mathematics at Stella Maris College in Chennai.[1]Personal life
Mohan married actor Gautham Karthik on 28 November 2022 in a private traditional ceremony in Chennai.[6] The couple maintains a low-profile relationship.[7] In August 2025, Mohan announced a temporary hiatus from social media to focus on her health, addressing challenges related to polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOD) and weight management.[8][9]Acting career
Child acting years (1997–2013)
Manjima Mohan entered the Malayalam film industry as a child artist at the age of four, debuting in the 1997 psychological drama Kaliyoonjal, directed by Anil Babu, where she portrayed the younger version of Shobana's character.[10] Her father, cinematographer Vipin Mohan, introduced her to the industry, leveraging his professional connections to secure early opportunities.[11] This initial role marked the beginning of her involvement in family-oriented and dramatic narratives typical of late-1990s Malayalam cinema. Throughout the late 1990s and early 2000s, Mohan appeared in supporting child roles across approximately five to six Malayalam films, often depicting innocent or familial characters that highlighted her natural expressiveness. Notable performances included Anu in the romantic drama Priyam (2000) and a young girl in the ensemble comedy Thenkasipattanam (2000), both of which showcased her ability to convey emotional depth in brief screen time.[12] Her role as Maya in the family entertainer Madhuranombarakattu (2000), directed by Ali Akbar, stood out for its charm and earned her the Kerala State Film Award for Best Child Artist in 2001, shared with Aswin Thampy.[13] Other credits from this period encompassed Mayilpeelikkavu (1998) and Saphalyam (1999), where she contributed to ensemble casts in dramas exploring social and personal themes.[14] Balancing her budding career with formal education presented challenges, as Mohan had to manage school commitments alongside irregular shooting schedules, often with her family's close oversight to ensure her well-being.[4] By around 2002, at the age of nine, she decided to take a hiatus from acting to prioritize her studies and personal development, stepping away from the industry for over a decade to complete her schooling in Kerala and pursue higher education.[15] This break allowed her to focus on academics without the pressures of child stardom, reflecting her family's emphasis on education amid early arts exposure.[16]Breakthrough in Malayalam cinema (2014–2016)
After a hiatus following her child acting roles, Manjima Mohan returned to Malayalam cinema as a lead actress in the 2015 romantic comedy Oru Vadakkan Selfie, directed by G. Prajith and scripted by Vineeth Sreenivasan.[17] She secured the role through an audition process, marking her transition from supporting child parts to a prominent adult character.[17] In the film, Mohan portrayed Daisy George, a straightforward and resilient young woman from a modest background who forms an unlikely friendship with the protagonist Umesh (played by Nivin Pauly), navigating themes of urban life and social media antics.[18] Her depiction of the relatable, no-nonsense character was lauded for its authenticity and ease, helping the movie resonate with audiences as a light-hearted entertainer.[19] The performance earned her a nomination for the South Indian International Movie Award (SIIMA) for Best Female Debut Actress in Malayalam.[20] Oru Vadakkan Selfie emerged as a major commercial success, grossing over ₹20 crore and becoming one of the highest-grossing Malayalam films of 2015, which boosted Mohan's profile in the industry.[21] This breakthrough role shifted perceptions of her from a child artist to a versatile romantic lead, fostering collaborations with up-and-coming directors and writers in Mollywood.[17] The visibility gained propelled her toward multilingual projects, solidifying her presence in South Indian cinema during the mid-2010s.[19]Entry and establishment in Tamil cinema (2016–2020)
Manjima Mohan made her entry into Tamil cinema with the lead role of Leela in the romantic action thriller Achcham Yenbadhu Madamaiyada (2016), directed by Gautham Vasudev Menon and co-starring Silambarasan TR. The film, which follows a young couple's road trip turning into a nightmare after an accident, showcased Mohan's ability to portray emotional vulnerability alongside high-stakes tension. Critics praised her chemistry with Silambarasan, noting her natural performance as the "perfect girlfriend" that added depth to the romantic elements, while her emotional expressiveness stood out in the thriller sequences.[22][23] Her debut earned her the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut – South in 2017, marking a successful transition from her breakthrough in Malayalam cinema.[24] Building on this, Mohan appeared in two Tamil releases in 2017: Sathriyan, an action drama where she played the female lead opposite Vikram Prabhu, and Ippadai Vellum, a thriller directed by Gaurav Narayanan co-starring Udhayanidhi Stalin. In Sathriyan, she portrayed Sindhu, a village girl entangled in themes of revenge and family honor, contributing to the film's commercial appeal despite mixed reviews on its pacing. Ippadai Vellum saw her as Bhagya, a software engineer's love interest in a narrative blending romance with espionage elements, where her role highlighted her versatility in lighter, comedic moments amid the suspense. These films helped establish her in Kollywood, demonstrating her range from romantic leads to supporting parts in genre-driven stories.[25] By 2019, Mohan expanded into more diverse roles, including the lead in the action drama Devarattam opposite Sasikumar, where she played Madhu in a story of rural vendettas. Her performance in Devarattam was noted for bringing emotional grounding to the narrative. These projects reflected her growth from romantic ingénue to character-driven roles, earning nominations in debut categories and solidifying her presence in Tamil cinema. Throughout this period, Mohan faced challenges including body-shaming comments on social media following her debut, with critics targeting her weight despite acclaim for her acting. She later reflected on the resilience required to navigate such scrutiny, emphasizing personal growth over external judgments.[9][26]Expansion to Telugu and recent works (2021–present)
Following her establishment in Tamil cinema, Manjima Mohan expanded her presence into Telugu-language projects with the bilingual horror thriller Boo in 2023, marking a significant step in her multilingual career post-2020. Directed by A. L. Vijay, the film featured Mohan alongside Rakul Preet Singh, Vishwak Sen, Nivetha Thomas, and others, portraying interconnected stories of supernatural events during a Halloween gathering. Released simultaneously in Tamil and Telugu on May 27, 2023, Boo received mixed reviews for its ensemble cast and thematic ambition but highlighted Mohan's versatility in ensemble-driven narratives.[27] In parallel, Mohan continued to balance roles across Tamil and Malayalam industries, with key releases including the Tamil sports drama Kalathil Sandhippom (2021), where she played Kavya in a tale of friendship and kabaddi competition co-starring Jiiva and Arulnithi. Her performance in Kalathil Sandhippom was noted for bringing emotional grounding to the ensemble cast, aiding the film's positive reception for its inspirational tone. She also starred in the Tamil action-thriller FIR in 2022, where she played Prathana Rama opposite Vishnu Vishal in a story centered on a police investigation into a newborn's disappearance. The film, directed by Manu Anand, was praised for its taut screenplay and Mohan's portrayal of a determined ally, contributing to its commercial success. She also starred as Naagamma in the acclaimed Tamil web series Suzhal: The Vortex (2022), a investigative drama that earned critical acclaim for its gripping narrative, with Mohan reprising her role in a special appearance for Season 2, released on February 28, 2025.[28][29] These projects underscored her ability to juggle multilingual commitments, as she reflected in a 2025 interview on maintaining a steady workflow akin to a "9-5 job" while nearing her 10th year as a lead actress since her 2015 debut.[28] Post her marriage to actor Gautham Karthik in November 2022, Mohan emphasized career continuity, noting in interviews that public perceptions often shifted focus to domestic roles rather than her professional achievements, yet she persisted with selective scripts prioritizing emotional depth over glamour. In a 2025 discussion, she addressed ongoing body-shaming challenges, including instances during her wedding, and her preference for substance-driven characters that allow vulnerability, as seen in her gravitation toward emotionally layered parts in recent works. Looking ahead, Mohan has expressed intent to choose roles emphasizing narrative impact, with her 2025 special appearance in Suzhal: The Vortex Season 2 exemplifying this focus on high-impact, character-centric contributions amid industry milestones.[30][31][28]Filmography and accolades
Feature films
Manjima Mohan began her acting career as a child artist in Malayalam cinema before transitioning to lead roles across multiple languages. Her feature film credits span from 1998 to the present, with a focus on Malayalam, Tamil, and Telugu industries. The following table lists her credited roles chronologically, including details on language, role type, director, and key co-stars. Special appearances or dubbing notes are included where applicable; no such notes were identified for dubbing in feature films.| Year | Title | Language | Role Type | Role | Director | Key Co-stars | Citation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Kaliyoonjal | Malayalam | Child | Younger version of Indu | P. Anil | Mammootty, Shobana | Times of India |
| 1999 | Saphalyam | Malayalam | Child | Unnamed child role | Venu Nagavalli | Manoj K. Jayan, Samyukta Varma | Plex |
| 2000 | Madhuranombarakattu | Malayalam | Child lead | Maya | Ali Akbar | Mammootty, Sreenivasan | IMDb |
| 2000 | Priyam | Malayalam | Child | Anu | Ranjith | Mohanlal, Meena | Plex |
| 2000 | Kabooliwala | Malayalam | Child | Unnamed child role | Siddique | Mohanlal, Kavya Madhavan | BookMyShow |
| 2000 | Thenkasipattanam | Malayalam | Child | Young Devootty | Rafi Mecartin | Sreenivasan, Lal | Plex |
| 2001 | Sundara Purushan | Malayalam | Child | Suryanarayanan's daughter | Jose Thomas | Mammootty, Urvashi | BookMyShow |
| 2002 | Mayilpeelikkavu | Malayalam | Child | Unnamed child role | Harisad | Mammootty, Kavya Madhavan | Times of India |
| 2015 | Oru Vadakkan Selfie | Malayalam | Lead | Daisy George | G. Prajith | Vineeth Sreenivasan, Aju Varghese | Rotten Tomatoes |
| 2016 | Leela | Malayalam | Lead | Leela Abraham | Ranjith Sankar | Harikumar, Aju Varghese | BookMyShow |
| 2016 | Sahasam Swasaga Sagipo | Telugu | Lead | Leela | Gautham Vasudev Menon | Naga Chaitanya, Manjima Mohan (self) | Fandango |
| 2016 | Achcham Yenbadhu Madamaiyada | Tamil | Lead | Leela | Gautham Vasudev Menon | Silambarasan, Baba Sehgal | Times of India |
| 2017 | Sathriyan | Tamil | Lead | Niranjana | S. A. Chandrasekar | Gautham Karthik, Aishwarya Rajesh | BookMyShow |
| 2017 | Ippadai Vellum | Tamil | Lead | Manju | Gaurav Narayanan | Udhayanidhi Stalin, Reshma Pasupuleti | elcinema |
| 2018 | Devarattam | Tamil | Lead | Madhu | M. Muthaiah | Sasikumar, Tanya | elcinema |
| 2019 | Mikhael | Malayalam | Supporting | Dr. Mary | Haneef Adeni | Nivin Pauly, Unni Mukundan | Fandango |
| 2019 | NTR: Mahanayakudu | Telugu | Supporting | Nara Bhuvaneswari | Krish Jagarlamudi | Nandamuri Balakrishna, Vidya Balan | IMDb |
| 2021 | Kalathil Sandhippom | Tamil | Lead | Kavya | Nalan Kumarasamy | Siddhu Jonnalagadda, Arjun Das | Rotten Tomatoes |
| 2021 | Tughlaq Durbar | Tamil | Lead | Manimeghala | S. A. Chandrasekar | Sibi Sathyaraj, Thambi Ramaiah | Rotten Tomatoes |
| 2022 | Vattam | Tamil | Special appearance | — | Kamalakannan | Sibiraj, Athulya Ravi | [32] |
| 2022 | FIR | Tamil | Lead | Prarthana Raman | Manu Anand | Vishnu Vishal, Raiza Wilson | Rotten Tomatoes |
| 2023 | Boo | Telugu | Supporting | Janaki | Mahesh S. Sonali | Vishwak Sen, Natty Sub | Rotten Tomatoes [33] |
| 2025 | Zamzam | Malayalam | Lead | Zama Nazreen | Neelakanta | Sunny Wayne, Joju George | Malayala Chalachithram [34] |
Awards and nominations
Manjima Mohan has received recognition for her performances primarily in her early child acting role and her debut as a lead actress, accumulating two wins and one nomination from major South Indian award ceremonies as of 2025.[20] Her first accolade came as a child artist. In 2001, she won the Kerala State Film Award for Best Child Artist for her role in Madhuranombarakattu (2000), shared with Aswin Thampy.[13][36] Transitioning to lead roles, Mohan earned a nomination at the 6th South Indian International Movie Awards (SIIMA) in 2016 for Best Female Debut – Malayalam for Oru Vadakkan Selfie (2015).[37] The following year, she secured her second major win at the 64th Filmfare Awards South in 2017, receiving the Best Female Debut award for Achcham Yenbadhu Madamaiyada (2016).[38][36]| Year | Awarding Body | Category | Outcome | Film |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Kerala State Film Awards | Best Child Artist | Won (shared with Aswin Thampy) | Madhuranombarakattu |
| 2016 | South Indian International Movie Awards (SIIMA) | Best Female Debut – Malayalam | Nominated | Oru Vadakkan Selfie |
| 2017 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Female Debut | Won | Achcham Yenbadhu Madamaiyada |