Kunnisseri Veettil Raman Mani, better known by his stage name Kalabhavan Mani, was an Indian actor and singer. Mani started his career as a mimicry artist with the Kalabhavan comedy troupe. He had starred in over 250 films, including Malayalam, Tamil, Kannada, and Telugu films, and was renowned for his humorous characters and villain roles.
Mayookham is a 2005 Malayalam film directed by T. Hariharan. It stars Saiju Kurup and Mamta Mohandas in the lead roles. It was their debut movie and also the last Malayalam film for late Sujatha Menon simultaneously.
Soothradharan (transl. Strategist) is a 2001 Indian Malayalam-language film written and directed by A. K. Lohithadas. The film stars Dileep and Meera Jasmine, while Kalabhavan Mani, Bindu Panicker and Cochin Haneefa play other important roles. Music of the movie was done by Raveendran master. This film marks the debut film of Meera Jasmine. Bindu Panicker and Cochin Haneefa won Second Best Actress and Second Best Actor Awards at the Kerala State Film Awards of India.
Narasimham is a 2000 Indian Malayalam-language action drama film directed by Shaji Kailas and written by Ranjith. Narasimham was released on 26 January 2000, India's 50th Republic Day, where the film ran for 200 days in theatres and grossed 20 crores worldwide. The film stars Mohanlal in the title role with Thilakan, Kanaka, N. F. Varghese, Aishwariyaa Bhaskaran and Jagathy Sreekumar in pivotal roles. Mammootty appears in a cameo role. The film was the first production of Aashirvad Cinemas, owned by Antony Perumbavoor, the former chauffeur of Mohanlal.
The film was re-released under the name Narasimham Returns in 2014, which premiered in Dubai and was re-released in Kerala on several occasions, where it still enjoys a cult following. The film was remade in Telugu as Adhipathi (2001), starring Mohan Babu, Nagarjuna Akkineni, Preeti Jhangiani and Soundarya.
Yugapurushan is a 2010 Indian Malayalam-language film about the life and times of Sree Narayana Guru. The movie is directed by R. Sukumaran. It has an ensemble cast led by Mammootty, Thalaivasal Vijay and Siddique.
Duplicate is a 2009 Malayalam-language comedy drama film directed by Shibu Prabhakar and produced by Sajai Sebastian and Joji K. John under the banner of Zion International Film Factory with Suraj Venjaramoodu in the lead role. This is Suraj's first movie as a hero and he plays a double role in the movie. The film received mixed to negative reviews but highly positive reception from the public mainly due to the comedy and performance of the lead actors.
Shakespeare M.A. Malayalam is a 2008 Indian Malayalam-language film by the director duo Shyju and Shaji. The main cast of the film include Jayasurya, Kalabhavan Mani, Roma and Salim Kumar.
The Filmstaar is a 2011 Malayalam film directed by Sanjeev Raj. Dileep and Kalabhavan Mani play the lead roles while Thalaivasal Vijay and Muktha George plays the supporting roles in the film. The film deals with the relationship between a film star and a villager. The film also features actress Rambha's last film to date, as her last Tamil & Telugu films were released before her marriage and this was her only film just a year after her wedding took place and after she flew off to settle in Canada.
Pulliman is a 2010 Indian Malayalam-language drama film written and directed by Anil K. Nair. The film stars Kalabhavan Mani and Meera Nandan in the lead roles. The music for the film was composed by Sharreth.
Chekavar is a 2010 Malayalam-language action thriller film written and directed by Sajeevan. It stars Indrajith, Kalabhavan Mani, Sarayu and Samvrutha Sunil in the lead roles. Its music was composed by Rahul Raj with lyrics penned by Anil Panachooran. The film released on 8 October 2010. Indrajith Sukumaran plays the role of a police officer while Kalabhavan Mani plays an underworld don. The story progresses as both of them fight each other, for their siblings.
Malayali is a 2009 Indian Malayalam-language film directed by C. S. Sudhesh and starring Kalabhavan Mani.
Parthan Kanda Paralokam is a 2008 Indian Malayalam-language comedy action film directed by Anil, starring Jayaram, Mukesh, Kalabhavan Mani and Sridevika in the lead roles. The film also features Jagathy Sreekumar, Kottayam Nazeer and Salim Kumar in supportive roles. Kalabhavan Mani plays the villain role.
My Dear Karadi is a 1999 Malayalam comedy drama film written by the duo Udayakrishna-Siby K. Thomas and directed by Sandhya Mohan with Kalabhavan Mani in the lead role. Kalabhavan Mani appears as a bear in major parts of the film. The film was remade in Tamil as Shiva Poojayil Karadi (unreleased), and in Malay as Cinta Beruang (2012) by Rama Narayanan. Mammooty reprises in flash back scenes his character, Varunni from the film Mrigaya.
Lokanathan IAS is a 2005 Indian Malayalam language action drama film starring Kalabhavan Mani in the lead role. It was released on 16 September 2005.
Veeraputhran is a 2011 Malayalam historical film directed by P. T. Kunju Muhammed based on the story written by N. P. Mohammed, which is based on the life of Indian Freedom fighter and anti-Colonial activist Mohammed Abdul Rahiman. The film focuses on the anti-Colonial movements in present-day Kerala during British raj. The film has Narain as Mohammed Abdul Rahiman and Raima Sen as Rahiman's wife Kunhi Beevathu. The cast also includes Lakshmi Gopalaswamy, Siddique, Kalabhavan Mani, Sai Kumar, Devan, Valsala Menon, and Sajitha Madathil.
Vishwasam Athallae Ellaam is a 2015 Indian Malayalam-language film directed by Jayaraj Vijay. Produced by Benjamin Antony Chirayath, Babu Varghese Adoor, Shajeer K through the production house Flowers Creation, starring Shine Tom Chacko, Ansiba Hassan and veteran actor Shankar. The film was released on 31 July 2015.
Villali Veeran is a 2014 Indian Malayalam-language action comedy film produced by Super Good Films under the banner of Remya Release and directed by Sudheesh Shanker. The film stars Dileep in the lead role along with Siddique, Namitha Pramod, Suresh Krishna, Kalabhavan Shajon and Dharmajan Bolgatty in supporting roles. The film was initially titled Bhuddhettan.
Pareeth Pandari is a 2017 Indian Malayalam-language drama film written and directed by Gafoor Y. Elliyaas, and starring Kalabhavan Shajohn in the lead role. This film was produced by Shybin T. under the banner of Chennai Film Factory. Pareeth Pandari is the first film of Kalabhavan Shajohn in a leading role.
Sirithal Rasipen is a 2009 Tamil language comedy film directed, written and produced by V. Chandrasekaran. The film stars Sathya and Sunu Lakshmi, alongside an ensemble cast of M. S. Bhaskar, Lakshmy Ramakrishnan, Manobala, Kalpana, Mayilsamy, Lollu Sabha Balaji, Sathyan, Ansiba Hassan, Thyagu, and Shanmugarajan, amongst others, in supporting roles. The film was released on 3 July 2009 and is a remake of the Malayalam film Sathyabhamakkoru Premalekhanam (1996).
Aaravadhu Vanam is a 2010 Indian Tamil language romantic drama film directed by R. Bhuvanesh. The film stars Bhushan, Vidhya Mohan and Bose Venkat, with Ramya, Ansiba Hassan, Scissor Manohar, Mahalingam Pollachi, Porur Sekar and Thangam playing supporting roles. The film, produced by S. M. Thiyagarajan, had musical score by R. Haribabu and was released on 30 July 2010. The film was remade in Malayalam as Bhagavathipuram (2011).
