Malavika Mohanan is popularly known among the Telugu-speaking audiences because she has done many films in Tollywood and Tamil cinema. But the actress started her career in the Malayalam film industry; she was born in Payyanur, located in the Kannur district of Kerala. Now, Malavika Mohanan recently gave fans a glimpse into her family home in Mumbai. The space feels like a piece of Kerala amid the busy city, showing the actress’s deep connection to her roots and love for the arts.Her parents played a key role in designing every corner with care. The home mixes heritage pieces with personal memories.
Design philosophy behind the home
Talking to Architectural Digest website, the ‘The Raja Saab’ actress said, “We were very particular that we didn’t want the space to look like a cookie cutter home.”Malavika further shared, “We wanted it to reflect where we are from, our love for the arts, and our love for heritage.” The family avoided standard decor store buys and instead chose items that tell stories of travel and tradition. This approach makes the home feel warm and lived-in.
Striking red floor and art pieces
The entrance features a striking red floor designed to resemble Athangudi tiles. “This is one of my favourite features of the home,” Malavika explained in the interview. “I think it’s a very interesting colour to have on the floor and it’s very interesting to have the signature piece of your living room be the tiles,” She further said.An intricate Tanjore painting hangs inside. Malavika and her mother sourced it directly from a craftsman in Tanjore. These elements set a traditional yet elegant tone.
Malabar temple and family heirloom
A small temple sits in the living room corner. It was the first space planned in the home. Its detailing reminds one of Kerala temples.An intricately carved brass lamp known as a ‘Vilakku’ hangs beside it. The lamp has been part of the family for almost 15 years. It adds a sense of reverence and continuity.
Greenery and morning routine
“I love starting my morning by looking at a lot of greenery, and we have a lot of that in my house,” Malavika told the portal. The family has three balconies filled with plants, which they acquired from their travels across the country. Her parents handle the care while Malavika admits she lacks a green thumb.Spending time on the balcony forms an important part of her daily routine in the otherwise crowded Mumbai setting.
Recent emotional month and Mumbai moments
Recently Malavika took to her Instagram handle and shared her experiences. Her post read, “March was a mixed bag for me. The highlight was filming for ‘Pocket Novel’ and being directed by Thiagarajan Kumararaja. Unarguably, one of the finest filmmakers of our generation. Watching his process, being guided and shaped by him, has been one of the most special creative experiences in my career so far. (I’ll write more about this later, it’s a long one) I spent most of the month in Chennai for the shoot. And while the work itself was incredible, being away from home for so long hit me harder than I expected.”The ‘Master’ actor further shared, “Coming back to an empty room after a long day doesn’t get easier, even though one would think it gets easier the more you do it. I found myself really grappling with loneliness this time. When my family came to visit for a couple of days, it was like a respite for my spirit. We wandered through some beautiful temples in Chennai and Mahabalipuram, tried all sorts of local food, and it felt so good just to be with them. Especially since my grandmother visited as well, which she rarely does. Got back to mumbai a few days ago, after being away for most of the month, and went for a lovely sunset boat ride a couple of days back. The sky was breathtaking, the ocean air healing, and the waves so soothing. That evening, along with having missed home terribly, made me fall in love with Mumbai a little more :)”On the work front, Malavika Mohanan was last seen in the Prabhas starrer ‘The Raja Saab,’ which received mixed reviews.DISCLAIMER: Figures presented in this article are derived from various public sources and are considered approximate unless explicitly noted. We may include direct input from celebrities or their teams when available. We are open to feedback on toientertainment@timesinternet.in.
