No single actress holds the title — instead, multiple performers are known for playing “Aunty” roles.

: A versatile powerhouse who transitioned from lead heroine to iconic mother/aunty roles in films like Theri (2016) and numerous long-running television serials like Chithi .

| Actress | Notable “Aunty” roles | Popular videos / series | |--------|----------------------|--------------------------| | (yes, male, but famous for parody) | Parody aunty | Lollu Sabha aunty skits | | Rekha (Malayalam/Tamil character artist) | Gossiping neighbor | Vikram Vedha scene, comedy clips | | Vanitha Vijaykumar | Real-life “controversial aunty” | Her YouTube channel, Bigg Boss Tamil moments | | KPY Bala’s skit team actresses | Over-the-top aunty | Tamil Gana Aunty Song | | Lakshmi (late veteran) | Mother/aunty roles | Mahanadi , Samsaram Athu Minsaram | | Tamil comedy track actresses (names often uncredited) | Bus aunty, vegetable seller aunty | “Aunty sambavam” compilations |

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In the vibrant world of Tamil cinema, the "Aunty" character—often encompassing maternal, protective, or formidable family figures—holds a unique and powerful place