Her performance as Dhanush’s mother in Thulluvadho Ilamai (2002) and later as a possessive matriarch in Pudhupettai (2006) showcased her range. In Pudhupettai , directed by Selvaraghavan, she played a ruthless mother whose greed destroys her son. It was a shocking, layered performance that proved she was willing to break stereotypes to survive and thrive. This shift is a critical data point when discussing , as it highlights how she used negative and grey-shaded roles to maintain her relevance.

: Portrayed Poun Thaayi on Kalaignar TV.

In addition to films, Bhuvaneswari has also appeared in several television shows and web series, including "Jodi Number One" (a reality TV show) and "Air Hostess" (a web series).

Tamil cinema (Kollywood) has historically maintained a rigid dichotomy in its portrayal of women: the idealized, domestic "wife/goddess" versus the public, sexualized "vamp/courtesan." In the late 1990s and early 2000s, this dynamic evolved into the phenomenon of "Glamour," a euphemism for on-screen sensuality performed by supporting actresses.