She played Rani/Jyothi in the critically acclaimed Drishyam (2013) and its sequels across Malayalam and Telugu.

Meena Durairaj: A Legacy of Cinematic Excellence and Popular Performances

She gained massive recognition with Chanti (1992) and won a Nandi Award for Seetharamayya Gari Manavaralu (1991).

Her role in En Rasavin Manasile (1991) established her as a lead, followed by blockbusters like Muthu (1995), Avvai Shanmugi (1996) with Kamal Haasan, and Yejaman (1993).

Meena has appeared in over , establishing herself through versatile roles ranging from traditional characters to high-stakes thrillers. The Early Years: Child Artiste (1982–1986)

(2021): Marked her reunion with Rajinikanth on the big screen.