Meena (Actress) Biography: Age, Movies, Height, Wiki, Husband, Nationality, Net Worth

Meena Durairaj, professionally known as Meena, is a distinguished Indian actress renowned for her contributions to the South Indian film industry, encompassing Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada cinema, along with notable appearances in Hindi films.

Beginning her career as a child artist, she evolved into a leading actress, acclaimed for her versatility and exceptional performances.

Over the years, she has garnered numerous accolades, including multiple Filmfare Awards and Tamil Nadu State Film Awards.

In addition to her acting prowess, Meena is a trained Bharatanatyam dancer and an occasional playback singer.

Profile

• Full name: Meena Durairaj
• Stage Name: Meena
• Born: September 16, 1976
• Age: 48 years old
• Birthplace: Chennai, India
• Nationality: Indian
• Occupation: Indian actress
• Height: 1.67 m
• Parent: Durairaj ,Raj Mallika
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Vidyasagar (m. 2009–2022)
• Children: 1
• Relationship: Widow
• Net Worth: $1 million and $5 million

Early Life And Education

Meena Durairaj was born on September 16, 1976, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. She is the daughter of Durairaj and Raj Mallika.

While details about her siblings remain undisclosed, Meena pursued her early education at Vidyodaya School in Chennai.

However, she discontinued formal schooling after the 8th standard to focus on her acting career. She later completed her 10th standard through private coaching and earned a master’s degree in History from the University of Madras in 2006.

Meena has a mixed heritage, and her ethnic background reflects Tamil and Malayali roots. She practices Hinduism.

Career

Meena began acting as a child artist in the 1982 Tamil film Nenjangal, starring alongside the legendary Sivaji Ganesan.

She gained widespread recognition with her role in Anbulla Rajinikanth (1984), which proved to be a turning point in her early career.

The same year, she debuted in Malayalam cinema with Oru Kochukatha Aarum Parayatha Katha, beginning her presence across multiple film industries.

In the early 1990s, Meena transitioned to lead roles, debuting as a heroine in the Telugu film Navayugam (1990) and Tamil with Oru Pudhiya Kadhai (1990).

Her breakthrough came with the Tamil film En Rasavin Manasile (1991), a success that led to its Telugu remake, Moratodu Naa Mogudu (1992).

She quickly established herself as a sought-after actress with impactful performances in films like Seetharamayya Gari Manavaralu (1991), which earned her the prestigious Nandi Award for Best Actress, and Sethupathi IPS (1994), for which she won the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Actress.

Meena’s prominence in the industry grew with acclaimed roles in Nattamai (1994), Avvai Shanmughi (1996), and Bharathi Kannamma (1997).

In Malayalam cinema, she delivered a notable performance in Santhwanam (1991), further expanding her appeal.

She ventured into Hindi films with Parda Hai Parda (1992) alongside Chunky Pandey, followed by Allari Pilla and Sundarakanda the same year.

Over the years, she has received several accolades, including two Filmfare Awards South, three Tamil Nadu State Film Awards, and two Nandi Awards for Best Actress.

In recognition of her contributions to cinema, she was honored with the Kalaimamani Award by the Government of Tamil Nadu in 1998.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @meena_actress_

Personal Life

Meena, the acclaimed Indian actress, married businessman Vidyasagar on June 12, 2009.

The couple was blessed with a daughter, Nainika, who followed in her mother’s footsteps by debuting as a child artist in the Tamil film Theri.

However, tragedy struck on June 27, 2022, when Vidyasagar passed away at the age of 48 due to lung-related complications, leaving behind a profound loss for Meena and her family.

Filmography

• Nenjangal (1982)
• Anbulla Rajinikanth (1984)
• En Rasavin Manasile (1991
• Sethupathi IPS (1994)
• Nattamai (1994)
• Avvai Shanmughi (1996)
• Bharathi Kannamma (1997)
• Rhythm (2000)
• Drushyam (2014)
• Oru Kochukatha Aarum Parayatha Katha (1984)
• Santhwanam (1991)
• Olympian Anthony Adam (1999)
• Udayananu Tharam (2005)
• Drishyam (2013)
• Drishyam 2 (2021)
• Putnanja (1995)
• Swathi Mutthu (2003)
• My Autograph (2006)
• Parda Hai Parda (1992)
• Allari Pilla (1992)
• Sundarakanda (1992)

Net Worth

Meena’s net worth is estimated to be between $1 million and $5 million, primarily earned through her extensive career in South Indian cinema.

In addition to acting, she generates income as a playback singer, television judge, and occasional dubbing artist. She also benefits from endorsement deals and other business ventures.