Sheela, who had been part of several Tamil and Telugu films, is making her presence felt in Malayalam film industry. Thanks to 'Maya Bazaar', a movie opposite Mammootty, she has become a popular face in the neighbouring State.

Sheela, who started her career with 'Ilavattam', played a important role in Vijaya T Rajendhar's 'Veerasamy'. She ventured to Telugu be part of a couple of biggies. Now she has gone to Kerela with 'Maya Bazaar'.

The Malayalam movie released on Thursday has won rave reviews for her performance. Says Sheela 'it is a joy sharing the screen with Mammootty and I learnt a lot from the versatile actor'.