Any review of Shobana begins and ends with Manichitrathazhu . Her portrayal of Ganga/Nagavalli remains the gold standard for psychological horror in India. The video clips of her transformation from the demure Ganga to the vengeful Nagavalli are legendary. She proved that a female protagonist could carry a blockbuster solely on her shoulders, delivering a performance that was terrifying, heartbreaking, and technically perfect.
: She entered the industry as a lead actress in April 18 (1984) . Any review of Shobana begins and ends with Manichitrathazhu