Menaka is a 1935 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by P. K. Rajasandow and produced by Sri Shanmuganandha Talkie Company.

The film stars T. K. Shanmugam and T. K. Bhagavathi with N. S. Krishnan (in his cinematic debut), S. V. Sahasranamam, K. R. Ramasamy and T. K. Muthusamy in supporting roles.

M. Somasundaram who earlier worked as entrepreneur in Coimbatore decided to venture into film production along with partner S. K.

[3] Male actor T. K. Muthusamy portrayed Perundhevi, a widow since no female was willing to shave her their head for the role.

The film was entirely shot at Ranjith Studios, Bombay and was completed within 3 months with the cost of ₹80,000 (worth ₹16 crore in 2021 prices).