Shanthi Krishna , one of Malayalam cinema ’s most beloved actresses, has candidly expressed her desire to return as a leading lady opposite the industry's biggest stars—Mohanlal and Mammootty .
In a heartfelt interview with Kaumudy Movies, the actress admitted that while the wish still lives strong within her, she’s unsure if filmmakers or even the actors themselves would be open to casting her as a heroine again. “They won’t think of me anymore. After playing mother roles, like Nivin Pauly’s and Fahadh Faasil’s mother, they might feel it’s no longer appropriate,” she said.

'Audiences will accept me'
Despite her doubts about being considered by the industry, Shanthi Krishna remains confident about how viewers would respond. “If they do cast me even today, Malayali audiences will wholeheartedly accept it,” she said, her tone both firm and hopeful. It's a sentiment that echoes the affection audiences still hold for actors of her generation—especially ones who’ve seamlessly balanced grace, maturity, and emotional depth in every role.

A new chapter in Kochi
Now settled in Kochi, she shared her joy in finally owning her first home at the age of 60. “I’ve become a child of Kerala again,” she said with warmth. Her house, named Sreekrishnam, is located right next to the Sree Krishna temple—a location that immediately drew her in. After years of living in Bengaluru, mostly due to her children’s education, her heart has finally found its way back home. “My friends insisted I move here, and now I feel like I belong again,” she added.
On the work front, Shanthi Krishna was last seen in the comedy drama film 'Machante Malakha' which received mixed reviews. The actress was also seen in the recent films 'Dear Krishna', 'Paalum Pazhavum', and the TV series 'Master Peace' which received good reviews from the viewers and critics.