Beena R. Chandran

Beena R. Chandran
Born	Beena R. Chandran
Occupations	Actress, theatre artist, teacher
Years active	2020–present
Known for	Thadavu
Awards	Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress (2024)

Beena R. Chandran is an Indian actress and theatre artist who works in Malayalam cinema. ^{[1] [2]} She received the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress in 2024 for her performance in the film Thadavu . ^[3] In addition to her acting career, she is also a school teacher and a trained theatre performer. ^[4]

Early life and background

Beena R. Chandran worked as a school teacher in Kerala before entering professional cinema. She began performing in theatre, which laid the foundation for her acting career. ^[5]

Career

Chandran made her breakthrough in Malayalam cinema with the film Thadavu (2024). Her performance was widely praised for its realism and emotional depth, earning her the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress. ^[6]

In addition to films, she continues to participate in theatre performances in Kerala.

Awards

• Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress – Thadavu (2024) ^[6]

Filmography

Feature films

• Thadavu (2024)

See also

• Kerala State Film Awards
• Malayalam cinema

References

1. "Kerala State Film Awards: Beena R Chandran's journey from the classroom to Best Actress award". The Hindu. 16 August 2024. Retrieved 31 January 2026.
2. "School teacher and theatre actor Beena R Chandran wins Kerala State Film Award". The News Minute. 16 August 2024. Retrieved 31 January 2026.
3. "Best Actress Beena R Chandran learns about State Award during teaching duties". Mathrubhumi. 16 August 2024. Retrieved 31 January 2026.
4. "Teacher-turned actor Beena R Chandran wins State Film Award". Malayala Manorama. 16 August 2024. Retrieved 31 January 2026.
5. "'Thadavu' actor Beena R Chandran: I feel immense gratitude". Cinema Express. 16 August 2024. Retrieved 31 January 2026.
6. "Kerala State Film Awards 2024 winners announced". The Hindu. 16 August 2024. Retrieved 31 January 2026.