Born on July 8, 1966, in Kochi, India, she is a prominent Indian actress and director known for her work in South Indian cinema. She made her acting debut in 1983 and quickly gained acclaim for her performances in Tamil, Malayalam, Telugu, and Kannada films. With a career spanning over four decades, she has received several awards, including National Film Awards and Filmfare Awards. Besides acting, she has directed critically acclaimed films and is noted for her humanitarian efforts.