Shweta Menon
ActingAbout Shweta Menon
Shweta Menon is an Indian model, actress and television anchor. She has predominantly acted in Hindi and Malayalam language films, besides appearing in a number of Tamil productions. Starting her career as an actress in Malayalam feature films in the early 1990s, she ventured into modeling and becoming noted, after participating and winning at several beauty pageants, which led to her debut in Bollywood. Following appearances in over 30 Hindi films, in which she generally conveyed a glamorous image, her acting career took a turn by the mid-2000s, with her returning to Malayalam cinema and accepting substantial roles. She received critical praise and several accolades for her performance in Paleri Manikyam: Oru Pathirakolapathakathinte Katha (2009) and Salt N' Pepper (2011).
Shweta Menon Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Shweta Menon reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Shweta Menon's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 66% of Shweta Menon'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 Welcome to Kodaikanal, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Shweta Menon Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Shweta Menon's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Shweta Menon has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Queen Elizabeth | Dr. Shanti Krishna | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Oru Kuprasidha Payyan | Doctor Reunka Subramaniam | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Kammara Sambhavam | Naheshwari | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Villain | ASP Harshita Chopra IPS (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Nawal the Jewel | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Mumbai Police | Dr. Tanuja Nair | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Ozhimuri | Kali Pillai | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Unnam | Sereena | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Salt N' Pepper | Maya Krishnan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Rathinirvedam | Rathi | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | City of God | Viji Punnose | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Pokkiri Raja | Special appearance in a song "Maanikyakallin" | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | T.D. Dasan Std. VI B | Chandrika | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Paleri Manikyam: Oru Pathirakolapathakathinte Katha | Cheeru | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Nan Avan illa :2 | Nisha | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Kerala Cafe | Devi | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Kisse Pyaar Karoon | Chameli / Julie | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | My Mother's Laptop | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Sadhu Miranda | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Paradesi | Moosa's Wife | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Nehlle Pe Dehlla | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Sandwich | Maggie | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Corporate | Archana | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Keerthi Chakra | Athira | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Topless | Dolly | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Shikaar | Rama Sahay | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Mission Mumbai | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Run | Ganpat's wife | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Market | Isha | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Hungama | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Kahan Ho Tum | Santhali | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | 88 Antop Hill | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Praan Jaye Par Shaan Na Jaye | Sheela | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Dhund: The Fog | Tanya Khurana | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Maqbool | Mohini | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Annarth | Khatun | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Ab Ke Baras | Chembakam | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Vadh | (special appearance) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Kaaboo | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Anandam | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Aśoka | Nandaneshwari | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Kakkakuyil | Special Appearance | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Snegithiye | Police Officer Jayshree | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Shikari | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Ishq | Special appearance | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Prithvi | Lucky | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Koushalam | Sashikala | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Nakshthrakoodaram | Nirmala S. Menon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Welcome to Kodaikanal | Kavitha | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Anaswaram | Catherine | Super Hit | Similar → |
Shweta Menon - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Shweta Menon?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Shweta Menon is "Welcome to Kodaikanal" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Shweta Menon acted in?
Shweta Menon has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Shweta Menon?
Other notable films include "Anaswaram", "Sadhu Miranda", and "Topless".