Quick Info
| Profession | Actress, Comedian |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 17/11/1975 |
| Age | 50 years |
| Birthplace | Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio |
Latest News about Manju Pillai
15/07/2026
A social media controversy erupted after a vlogger criticized Manju Pillai’s daughter Daya Sujith for a transition video and her clothing choices. The backlash led to public condemnation of the vlogger, and Manju Pillai publicly supported her daughter by responding on social media and dismissing the criticism.
27/04/2026
Manju Pillai received an early birthday surprise from her daughter Daya Sujith, who gifted her a lipstick brand the actress likes. The emotional moment drew attention because it highlighted their close bond and was widely shared online.
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Bio/Wiki
| Manju Pillai is an Indian actress and comedian renowned for her comedic roles in Malayalam films and television shows. | |
| She is the granddaughter of veteran Malayalam film actor S. P. Pillai. | |
| Her family moved to Thiruvananthapuram from Ettumanoor, Kerala when she was a child. | |
| She began her professional acting career in the tenth grade by participating in Suryakrishnamoorthy's 'Light & Sound Stage Show' and debuted in the 1991 telefilm 'Tathamme Poocha Poocha'. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 167 cm |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | St. Goretti Convent School, Nalanjira |
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| College/University | Mar Ivanios College, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelors of Arts in Economics at Mar Ivanios College, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala |
Personal Life
| Marital Status | Married |
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Relationships & More
| Husband/Spouse |
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| Affairs/Boyfriends | Sujith Vaassudev |
Family
| Father | NK Narayana Pillai |
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| Mother | Saraswathy Amma |
| Siblings | She has a sister. |
| Children | Daya Sujith (model) |
| Grandfather | S. P. Pillai (veteran Malayalam film actor) |
Career
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| Notable Works | Thatteem Mutteem (comedy serial), Home (Amazon Prime Video), Naalu Pennungal, Manmadhan Ambu, Lockdown Bros (web series), Ohm Sthuthiyayi Erikatte (web series), Falimy (2023), The Teacher, Oh My Darling, Mazhayethum Munpe, Ayushman Bhava, Love 24x7, Janathipathyam (1997), Sathyavum Mithyayum (TV serial) |
Favourites
| Hobbies | Travelling, Dancing, Swimming, Sky diving, Cycling |
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| Tattoo | She has got her daughter's picture inked on her left forearm. |
Style Quotient
| Car Collection | Tata Safari Gold |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Manju Pillai is an Indian actress known for her comedic roles in Malayalam films and television shows. She is the granddaughter of veteran Malayalam film actor S. P. Pillai. | |
| 2. Her family moved to Thiruvananthapuram from Ettumanoor, Kerala when she was a child. | |
| 3. Manju Pillai began her professional acting career in the tenth grade by participating in Suryakrishnamoorthy's 'Light & Sound Stage Show' and debuted in the 1991 telefilm "Tathamme Poocha Poocha." | |
| 4. She has acted in over 50 films since her appearance in the Malayalam film "Sabarimalayil Thanka Suryodayam" in 1992, with notable roles in films like “Mazhayethum Munpe”, “Ayushman Bhava”, and "Love 24x7." | |
| 5. In 2007, she appeared in Adoor Gopalakrishnan's drama film "Naalu Pennungal" and acted alongside Kamal Haasan in the Tamil film "Manmadhan Ambu" in 2010. | |
| 6. Manju Pillai has appeared in various television serials and reality shows on channels like Doordarshan Malayalam, Surya TV, and Mazhavil Manorama. | |
| 7. She has also been featured in numerous television commercials, including brands like Asian Paints Ultima Protek and Mahilaratnam Magazine. | |
| 8. In 2020, she starred in the web series "Lockdown Bros" and in 2021, in "Ohm Sthuthiyayi Erikatte." | |
| 9. Her performance as Kuttiamma in the movie "Home" on Amazon Prime Video in 2021 received significant acclaim in the film industry. | |
| 10. Manju Pillai has appeared in several films and web series, including "The Teacher," "Oh My Darling," and "Falimy." | |
| 11. She has been a guest on various live television and radio talk shows and often walks the ramp for Indian fashion designers. | |
| 12. Manju Pillai is an animal lover and frequently shares pictures of her pet dog on social media. | |
| 13. In a media interview, she mentioned having to smoke eight cigarettes for a scene in the film "The Teacher" where she portrayed the character of Kalyani. | |
| 14. Manju Pillai has acted in over 50 films since her appearance in the Malayalam film 'Sabarimalayil Thanka Suryodayam' in 1992. | |
| 15. She has been featured in numerous television commercials, including brands like Asian Paints Ultima Protek and Mahilaratnam Magazine. |
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