Vasanthiyum Lakshmiyum Pinne Njaanum (1999): The Vinayan movie is considered Kalabhavan Mani's career-defining performance. He was excellent as Ramu, the blind, solo breadwinner of a lower-class family, winning the Special Jury Award at both state and national levels. The melodious songs of the movie, composed by Mohan Sithara, also played a pivotal role in establishing the movie as an all-time favourite for Malayalam film lovers. (Photo | YouTube)