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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.
Singara Chennai is an Indian Tamil film released on 9 July 2004.
Annarakkannanum Thannalayathu is a 2010 Malayalam-language film directed by Prakash. Kalabhavan Mani, Suraj Venjaramood, Jayashree and Nakshathra plays the lead roles in this film. It is produced by Kalabhavan Mani. It is a tribute to all "Kudiuyans" and Chalakkukudiuyans.
Vettam (transl. Light) is a 2004 Indian Malayalam-language screwball comedy film directed by Priyadarshan based on a screenplay he had co-written with Udayakrishna-Siby K. Thomas from his story. It was produced by Menaka through Revathy Kalamandhir and distributed by Swargachitra Release. The film stars Dileep and Bhavna Pani with Kalabhavan Mani, Innocent, Janardhanan, Nedumudi Venu and Jagathy Sreekumar in supporting roles. It has over the years attained a cult status.
Oru Black and White Kudumbam is a 2009 Indian Malayalam film by Shaiju Anthikkad starring Kalabhavan Mani and Jayasurya.
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.
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.
3 Char Sau Bees is a 2010 Malayalam-language film directed by Govindankutty. This film is the debut for Govindan Kutty as a director and a screenwriter. The film was released during Onam, an Indian harvest and cultural festival.
One Man Show is a 2001 Indian Malayalam-language comedy-drama film directed by Shafi and written by the Rafi Mecartin duo. It stars Jayaram, Samyuktha Varma, Lal, Manya, Kalabhavan Mani and Narendra Prasad. The story unfurls itself in the course of a TV game show. This film was a huge commercial success at the box office. The film was remade in Tamil as Kalakkura Chandru (2007).
Vasanthiyum Lakshmiyum Pinne Njaanum is a 1999 Indian Malayalam-language drama film directed by Vinayan based on a screenplay by J. Pallassery. The film features Kalabhavan Mani, Kaveri, Praveena and Sai Kumar in the lead roles. The film centers around Ramu, a blind poet and singer who supports his family. However, their happiness dissipates soon after he gets cheated by a rich businessman. The film is reported to be inspired from Dosti (1964).
Bamboo Boys is a 2002 Indian Malayalam-language comedy film written and directed by Ali Akbar. It stars Kalabhavan Mani, Cochin Haneefa, Harishree Ashokan, Salim Kumar, Nadirshah, Jagathy Sreekumar and Kalabhavan Shajohn. The film was released on 11 October 2002. The film follows a group of tribals who attempt to bring a doctor from town to the forest to treat their headman's wife.
Malayali Mamanu Vanakkam is a 2002 Indian Malayalam language film directed by Rajasenan starring Jayaram, Prabhu, Kalabhavan Mani, Jagathy Sreekumar and Roja. It was released on 22 February 2002. The film was dubbed into Tamil as Gounder Veetu Maapillai, with additional scenes featuring Vadivelu, Vennira Aadai Moorthy, M. S. Bhaskar and Lekhasri.
MLA Mani: Patham Classum Gusthiyum is a 2012 Indian Malayalam film directed by Sreejith Paleri and had Kalabhavan Mani, Lena and Vidya in the lead roles.
Madirasi is a 2012 Malayalam action comedy film directed by Shaji Kailas and starring Jayaram, Meera Nandan, Meghana Raj, Kalabhavan Mani, Tini Tom, John Vijay and Kailash. The film is based on a series of true incidents that took place in the city of Madras, known in Malayalam as "Madirasi". Madirasi is however described as a part of Coimbatore in the film.
Red Salute is a 2006 Malayalam film that was directed by Vinod Vijayan and produced by Milan Jaleel. The film starred Kalabhavan Mani as Chaala Vaasu, an activist and head load worker.
Nanma is a 2007 Indian Malayalam-language action drama film, directed by Sarathchandran Wayanad, starring Kalabhavan Mani and Rahman.
Yathra Chodikkathe is a 2016 Malayalam film directed by Aneesh Varma, starring Kalabhavan Mani and Reena Basheer. This was Kalabhavan Mani's last movie. The film was released posthumously on 8 April 2016 and met with negative reviews. Yathra Chodikkathe had a fifteen day theatrical run. The film was released after Kalabhavan Mani's death.
Daffedar is a 2016 Indian Malayalam-language drama film directed by Johnson Esthappan, starring Tini Tom as Daffadar and Malavika Nair in lead roles. Ilaiyaraaja is the music director and the film's audio was launched by Kerala chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan.
Chalakkudikkaran Changathi is a 2018 Indian Malayalam-language drama film directed by Vinayan and written by Ummer Muhammed from a story by Vinayan. It stars Senthil Krishna, Honey Rose, Dharmajan Bolgatty, and Salim Kumar. The film was inspired by the life story of Kalabhavan Mani.
Kabadi Kabadi is a 2008 Indian Malayalam comedy film directed by the duo Sudheer Manu and starring Kalabhavan Mani, Mukesh and Rambha.
