 She has written the films "Ulsavamelam" and "Pidakkozhi Koovunna Noottandu", the latter was also produced by her.She won the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in "Achuvinte Amma" (2005).She has won the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress a record five times, which includes three consecutive wins from 1989 to 1991.