Manka may have passed away, but her performances live on through millions of YouTube views. Here are her most popular and widely shared video clips:

| Film (Year) | Role | Why Watch | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | (1986) | Neighbor/Cook | Her banter with Sukumari and K.P.A.C. Lalitha is a comedic masterclass. | | Ponmuttayidunna Tharavu (1988) | Parvathy | A rare dramatic role; her emotional breakdown scene is powerful. | | In Harihar Nagar (1990) | Mrs. Menon | The strict landlady trying to control the four bachelors. | | Godfather (1991) | Kanchana’s Mother | Her "enthaadaa kanchanaa..." dialogue became a meme template. | | Vietnam Colony (1992) | Ammini | The ultimate busybody neighbor. | | Kabooliwala (1994) | Mrs. Kurian | Paired with Jagathy; their scenes are pure slapstick gold. | | Kalyanji Anandji (1995) | House Owner | A small but iconic role where she evicts the heroes. |

(1998), which solidified her place as a sought-after character actress. Selected Filmography

Manka's outstanding contributions to Malayalam cinema have earned her several accolades. Some of her notable awards include: