Kunnisseri Veettil Raman Mani, better known by his stage name Kalabhavan Mani started his career as a mimicry artist with the Kalabhavan troupe. He had starred in over 200 films, including Malayalam, Tamil, Kannada and Telugu films, and was renowned for his humorous characters and villain roles.
Kalabhavan Mani began his career in Malayalam film industry, later he became a busy artist in Tamil and Telugu industry, especially in villain roles. Although he started his career as a comedian, Mani proved his versatility roles such as serious actor, heroic and villain. Mani has acted in several Malayalam and Tamil films. He established his acting talent in Vasanthiyum Lakshmiyum Pinne Njaanum, in which he plays a blind street singer.
Special Jury Award - National Film Awards - 1999
Vanitha Chandrika Award - 2008
Bharat Gopi Foundation Award - 2014