Born on July 24, 1975, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, Meena began her acting career at a young age. She made her debut as a child actress in the Tamil film "Thanga Gopuram" (1992). As she grew older, Meena continued to work in films, taking on various roles that showcased her acting prowess. Her breakthrough performance came with the Tamil film "Gnanapazham" (1996), which earned her critical acclaim.

Meena's success can be attributed to her ability to portray a wide range of characters, from comedy to drama to romance. Her performances in films like "Muthu" (1995), "Padayappa" (1999), and "Vasool Raja: The King of the Underworld" (2007) are still remembered for their energy and charm. Meena has worked with several notable directors and actors, including Muthu, Rajinikanth, and Kamal Haasan.

Meena is married to producer and film distributor, Siddique, and the couple has a daughter, Niva. Despite being a public figure, Meena has managed to keep her personal life relatively private.