Aparna Nair - Actor Profile

Aparna Nair

Acting
Updated: May 16, 2026
28Total Films
7.3 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 30, 1989
Birth Place: Tenhipalam, Malappuram, Kerala, India

About Aparna Nair

Aparna Nair is an Indian film actress, who appears in Malayalam films. Aparna completed her schooling from St Pauls EMHSS Tenhipalam in Malappuram district of Kerala. She was introduced to the world of cinema by the veteran Lohithadas in Nivedyam, after he saw her modelling pictures. Post Nivedyam, her claim to fame was her portrayal of the lead Panchali in the play Chayamukhi, which had her sharing the stage with Mohanlal and Mukesh. Aparna portrayed Kaviyoor Ponnamma’s ‘young’ version in the 2009 musical Meghatheertham, a good length role opposite Manikuttan, but the film didn’t have many takers. In Kayam, Aparna was Bala’s heroine, though Shweta Menon cornered the publicity and the kudos. In the highly successful thriller Cocktail, she was again cast as a second heroine, but as a crucial character whose entry marks the turning point of the tale. She continued her experimental streak in Tamil, in her debut movie Edhuvum Nadakkum, an offbeat entertainer directed by K. Mageshwaran. She then acted in Beautiful. Aparna Nair, in the role of Meera, has also been receiving accolades for her performance. "I would say I played myself on screen in Beautiful," she says. Next she shot for Streetlight directed by Sankar, an offbeat released movie, in which she played four roles, that of four different stages of a woman’s career. She has also worked in a forthcoming untitled Telugu movie. After a fair share of screen space in hit movies such as Mallu Singh ("a perfect entertainer"), Thattathin Marayathu, and in Joshiy’s Run Babby Run.

Aparna Nair Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Aparna Nair reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 28 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Aparna Nair's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 18% of Aparna Nair's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Thattathin Marayathu, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Aparna Nair Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Aparna Nair's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Aparna Nair has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

Aparna Nair - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Aparna Nair?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Aparna Nair is "Thattathin Marayathu" with a rating of 7.3/10.

How many movies has Aparna Nair acted in?

Aparna Nair has been featured in at least 28 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Aparna Nair?

Other notable films include "Notebook", "Mumbai Police", and "Beautiful".

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