Before ‘Vishwanath and Sons’, Dive Into Mamitha Baiju’s 5 Best Performances
Ahead of her upcoming family drama Vishwanath and Sons, actress Mamitha Baiju continues to build her reputation as one of South Indian cinema’s most versatile talents. The newly released trailer for the Venky Atluri directorial highlights her key role as Maddy alongside Suriy
Actress Mamitha Baiju has emerged as one of the most sought-after talents in South Indian cinema, transitioning smoothly from notable supporting roles in Malayalam cinema to leading character arcs across major regional projects. With her upcoming family drama scheduled for a worldwide theatrical premiere on August 14, 2026, audiences have turned their focus toward her expanding filmography. Suriya Gifts ‘Karuppu’ Director RJ Balaji Swanky New SUV Amid Film’s Blockbuster Success; Latter Says ‘You’ve Changed My Life’ (View Post).
‘Vishwanath and Sons’ Trailer Out!
The makers of Vishwanath and Sons have officially released the film's trailer, offering a first look into the Venky Atluri-directed family entertainer. The narrative stars Suriya as Sanjay Vishwanath, an international pistol shooter whose life takes an unexpected shift when he embarks on a journey to find a bone marrow donor for a child. The promo highlights a mix of emotional drama, situational humour, and an age-gap romantic subplot between Suriya and Mamitha Baiju's character, Maddy.
Watch the Trailer of ‘Vishwanath and Sons’:
Produced by Sithara Entertainments and Fortune Four Cinemas, the feature also stars Radhika Sarathkumar and Raveena Tandon, with music composed by GV Prakash Kumar. Baiju's character plays a central role in driving the emotional core of the story, serving as both a source of warmth and a key catalyst in Sanjay's journey.
‘Premalu’
Released in early 2024, the romantic comedy Premalu marked a major career breakthrough for Baiju. Directed by Girish AD, the Hyderabad-set story showcased her as Reenu, an IT professional navigating modern dating, career ambitions, and unexpected romance. Her charismatic lead performance earned widespread critical acclaim and established her as a box-office draw across South India.
‘Jana Nayagan’
In H Vinoth’s high-profile action drama Jana Nayagan, Baiju joined a star-studded cast featuring Vijay. Portraying Viji, a young woman overcoming personal trauma to pursue a career in the Indian Armed Forces, Baiju delivered a grounded performance alongside heavyweights like Bobby Deol and Pooja Hegde. Her character added an essential emotional dimension to the film's broader political and action narrative.
‘Operation Java’
The 2021 cybercrime thriller Operation Java, directed by Tarun Moorthy, provided Baiju with an early platform to showcase her dramatic versatility. Appearing as Alphonsa within an ensemble cast, her portrayal added emotional weight to a realistic narrative focused on cybercrime investigation units and unemployed engineering graduates in Kerala.
‘Pranaya Vilasam’
Directed by Nikhil Muraly, the 2023 romantic drama Pranaya Vilasam explored the nuances of love across different generations. Baiju played Gopika, capturing the innocence and complexities of young romance. Her performance was praised for its authenticity, contributing significantly to the film’s warm narrative tone. ‘Jana Nayagan’ Box Office Collection Day 15: Thalapathy Vijay’s Political Film Slows Down, Crosses INR 300 Crore Worldwide.
‘Dude’
In the 2025 Tamil romantic comedy Dude, written and directed by Keerthiswaran, Baiju starred alongside Pradeep Ranganathan. Playing Kuralarasi, her dynamic screen presence and comic timing carried the film through its chaotic romantic twists, further proving her versatility in mainstream commercial cinema.
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