Actor
Revathi
Based In
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Origin
Kochi, Kerala, India
Years Active
1981 – Present
Revathy Biography
Revathy Basic Information
- Full Name: Asha Kelunni (Revathi)
- Stage Name: Revathi
- Date of Birth: 8 July 1966
- Age Range: 55–60 years
- Birthplace: Kochi, Kerala, India
- Current Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Profession: Actress, Film Director, Social Activist
- Years Active: 1981 – Present
Family Background
- Father: Kelunni
- Mother: Name not widely public
- Spouse (Ex-Husband): Suresh Menon
- Marriage: ended in divorce
- Children: Mahima
Education
- Completed school education in Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- Studied at Presentation Convent School, Chennai
- Pursued higher education but did not focus on a formal degree due to early entry into films
- Trained in Bharatanatyam (classical dance), which played a major role in her acting career
Career Highlight
| Year | Film / Work | Language | Highlight / Achievement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | Mann Vasanai | Tamil | Breakthrough role, Filmfare Special Award – South |
| 1986 | Mouna Ragam | Tamil | Iconic performance, major recognition |
| 1990 | Kizhakku Vaasal | Tamil | Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Actress |
| 1990 | Anjali | Tamil | Critically acclaimed role |
| 1992 | Thevar Magan | Tamil | National Film Award (Best Supporting Actress) |
| 1993 | Marupadiyum | Tamil | Filmfare Award for Best Actress – Tamil |
| 1994 | Magalir Mattum | Tamil | Cult classic, women-centric film |
| 1994 | Priyanka | Tamil | Filmfare Award for Best Actress – Tamil |
| 1997 | Iruvar | Tamil | Worked with top filmmakers, critically praised |
| 2002 | Mitr, My Friend | English | Directorial debut, National Award (Best Feature Film in English) |
| 2004 | Phir Milenge | Hindi | Social impact film (HIV awareness) |
| 2014 | 2 States | Hindi | Popular supporting role |
| 2017 | Power Paandi | Tamil | Vijay Award for Best Supporting Actress |
| 2018 | Gulaebaghavali | Tamil | Vikatan Award (Best Comedian – Female) |
| 2019 | Virus | Malayalam | Critically acclaimed ensemble film |
| 2022 | Bhoothakaalam | Malayalam | Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress |
| 2022 | Salaam Venky | Hindi | Comeback as director |
| 2023 | Tiger 3 | Hindi | Mainstream Bollywood appearance |
| 2026 | Jana Nayagan (Upcoming) | Tamil | Ongoing project |
Recent Activity
- OTT Directorial Comeback
Returning as a director with a new Tamil web series for Disney+ Hotstar - Web Series Shoot Started
The project officially began shooting in October 2024 - Upcoming Film – Jana Nayagan (2026)
Playing a key role in a political action thriller - Recent Film Appearance
Seen in Major (2022) in a significant supporting role - Collaboration with Parvathy Thiruvothu
Associated with projects featuring Parvathy in content-driven cinema - Active in Social Causes
Continues involvement in campaigns for fundamental rights and social awareness
Awards List
| Year | Award Category | Award Name | Film / Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | Special Award | Filmfare Awards South | Mann Vasanai | Won |
| 1984 | Best Actress (Telugu) | Cinema Express Awards | Seethamma Pelli | Won |
| 1984 | Best Actress (Television) | Mylapore Academy Berkley Drama Award | Penn | Won |
| 1988 | Best Actress (Malayalam) | Filmfare Awards South | Kakkothikkavile Appooppan Thaadikal | Won |
| 1989 | Best Actress (Television) | Mylapore Academy Berkley Drama Award | Iravil Oru Pagal | Won |
| 1989 | Best Actress (Telugu) | Filmfare Awards South | Prema | Nominated |
| 1990 | Best Actress (Tamil) | Cinema Express Awards | Anjali | Won |
| 1990 | Best Actress | Tamil Nadu State Film Awards | Kizhakku Vaasal | Won |
| 1992 | Best Actress (Malayalam) | Cinema Express Awards | Kilukkam | Won |
| 1992 | Best Actress (Tamil) | Cinema Express Awards | Thevar Magan | Won |
| 1992 | Best Actress (Tamil) | Filmfare Awards South | Thevar Magan | Won |
| 1992 | Best Actress (Telugu) | Filmfare Awards South | Ankuram | Won |
| 1992 | Best Supporting Actress | National Film Awards | Thevar Magan | Won |
| 1993 | Best Actress (Tamil) | Filmfare Awards South | Marupadiyum | Won |
| 1993 | Best Actress (Telugu) | Filmfare Awards South | Gaayam | Nominated |
| 1993 | Kalaimamani | Tamil Nadu Iyal Isai Nataka Manram | Contribution to Arts | Won |
| 1994 | Best Actress (Tamil) | Filmfare Awards South | Priyanka | Won |
| 1994 | Special Award – Best Actress | Cinema Express Awards | En Aasai Machan | Won |
| 1998 | Special Prize (Best Actress) | Tamil Nadu State Film Awards | Thalaimurai | Won |
| 2001 | Best Feature Film in English | National Film Awards | Mitr, My Friend | Won |
| 2002 | Silver Peacock Jury Award | International Film Festival of India | Mitr, My Friend | Won |
| 2004 | Best Supporting Actress | Screen Awards | Dhoop | Nominated |
| 2004 | Best Supporting Actress | Zee Cine Awards | Dhoop | Nominated |
| 2007 | Karmaveer Puraskaar | CMS Media Citizen Award | Social Work | Won |
| 2009 | NETPAC Award | International Film Festival of Kerala | Kerala Cafe | Won |
| 2011 | Best Non-Feature Film (Family Welfare) | National Film Awards | Red Building Where the Sun Sets | Won |
| 2012 | Best Actress (Malayalam) | SIIMA Awards | Molly Aunty Rocks | Nominated |
| 2012 | Best Actress (Malayalam) | Filmfare Awards South | Molly Aunty Rocks | Nominated |
| 2014 | Best Supporting Actress (Telugu) | Filmfare Awards South | Loafer | Nominated |
| 2017 | Best Actress (Tamil) | Filmfare Awards South | Pa. Pandi | Nominated |
| 2018 | Best Supporting Actress | Vijay Awards | Pa. Pandi | Won |
| 2019 | Best Comedian – Female | Ananda Vikatan Awards | Gulaebaghavali | Won |
| 2019 | Best Actress (Comic Role) | JFW Awards | Gulaebaghavali | Won |
| 2019 | Best Comedian | SIIMA Awards | Gulaebaghavali | Nominated |
| 2020 | Best Actress (Comic Role) | JFW Awards | Jackpot | Won |
| 2022 | Best Actress | Kerala State Film Awards | Bhoothakalam | Won |
| 2022 | Best Actress (Malayalam – Critics) | Filmfare Awards South | Bhoothakalam | Won |
| 2022 | Best Actress (Malayalam) | Filmfare Awards South | Bhoothakalam | Nominated |
About Revathi
Revathi is an Indian actress and filmmaker known for her work in South Indian and Hindi films.
Her real name is Asha Kelunni.
Yes, she has won multiple National Film Awards.
Yes, she is an award-winning film director.
Mouna Ragam is one of her most iconic films.