Bhanumathi
Known For
Acting
Born
1925-09-07 in Doddavaram, Maddipadu Mandal, Guntur district, Madras Presidency, British India
Died
2005-12-24
Biography
Paluvayi Bhanumathi (7 September 1925 – 24 December 2005) was a multilingual Indian film actress, director, music director, singer, producer, book writer and songwriter. Widely known as the first female super star of Telugu cinema and South Indian film Industry, she is also known for her works in Tamil cinema. She was awarded the Padma Bhushan in 2003 for her contribution in Indian cinema. She was honored among "women in cinema" at the 30th International Film Festival of India.
Most Known For
Kattilla Thottilla
Raksha Rekha
as Kalavathi
Nallathambi
Laila Majnu
as Laila
Tenali Raman
as Rangasaani
Tenali Raman
as Krishna
Madurai Veeran
as Bommi
Raja Desingu
Raja Mukthi
as Kannika
APOORVA SAGODHARARGAL
as kanchana
Jangal Mein Mangal
Mattilo Manikyam
Chembaruthi
as Raja's grandmother
Samrat Ashoka
as Kartruni
Antastulu
as Rani
Mayalokam
as Kambhoja Raju's eldest wife
Thathamma Kala
as Ravamma
Mangamma Gari Manavadu
Nadodi Mannan
