Sukumari
ActingAbout Sukumari
Sukumari was an Indian film actress who primarily acted in Malayalam and Tamil films. She had been acting since she was 10 years old and has acted in various roles. The total number of her films is presumed to be more than 3000. In 2003, she was awarded the Padma Shri by the Government of India for her contributions towards the arts. And she won the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in Namma Gramam(2010).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Sukumari reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Sukumari's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 100% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Sukumari remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Revathikkoru Pavakkutty, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Sukumari Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Sukumari's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Sukumari.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Ayalum Njanum Thammil | 'Nurse' Lucy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Classmates | Janaki | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Manassinakkare | Shanthamma | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | C.I.D. Moosa | Sahadevan's Mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Meesa Madhavan | Madhavan's Mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Kakkakuyil | Nambeeshan's wife | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Alaipayuthey | Shakti's Aunty | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Friends | Ammayi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Summer in Bethlehem | Ravi Shankar's grandmother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Ratchagan | Sonia's Grandmother | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Chandralekha | Udhaya Varma's sister | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Mannar Mathai Speaking | Gopalakrishnan's Mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Thenmavin Kombath | Ginjimood Gandhari | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Midhunam | Swamini Amma | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Kabuliwala | Amminiamma | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Yoddha | Sumathi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Kilukkam | Doctor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Ulladakkam | Mental Patient | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | His Highness Abdullah | Janaki Varma | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Arangetra Velai | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Thalayana Manthram | Sulochana Thankappan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Chakkikotha Chankaran | Subhadra Kunjamma | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Ramji Rao Speaking | Goplakrishnan's mother | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Vandanam | Maggie Aunty | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Chithram | Nambiar's sister | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Vellanakalude Naadu | Pavithran's Mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Orkkapurathu | Mamma | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Aparan | Lalitha | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Manivathoorile Aayiram Sivarathrikal | Vinayachandran's Mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Unnikale Oru Kadha Parayam | Kunjannamma | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Amrutham Gamaya | Haridas' Mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Irupatham Noottandu | Janakiyamma | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Thoovanathumbikal | Jayakrishnan's Mother | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Thalavattam | Nurse | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Revathikkoru Pavakkutty | Devootty | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Sanmanassullavarkku Samadhanam | Panikkar's Mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Ninnishtam Ennishtam | Kakkathiamma | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | T. P. Balagopalan M.A. | Anitha's mother | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Karimpin Poovinakkare | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Poove Poochudava | David's mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Nokkethadhoorathu Kannum Nattu | Sreekumar's Mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Panchavadi Palam | Rahel | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Parannu Parannu Parannu | Elizabeth | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Aattakalasham | Ammaayi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Koodevide? | Susan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Vazhvey Maayam | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Shalini Ente Koottukari | Shantha | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Kadathanaattu Maakkam | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Muhammad bin Tughluq | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Kunjali Marakkar | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
Sukumari - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Sukumari?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Sukumari is "Revathikkoru Pavakkutty" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Sukumari acted in?
Sukumari has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Sukumari?
Other notable films include "Muhammad bin Tughluq", "Aattakalasham", and "Panchavadi Palam".