
Jayasudha, born Sujatha Nidudavolu, is a highly acclaimed Indian actress known for her remarkable contributions to Telugu cinema. She has also appeared in Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi films. Here’s a detailed biography:
Early Life and Background:
- Jayasudha was born on December 17, 1958, in Madras (now Chennai), Tamil Nadu, to a Telugu-speaking family.
- Her mother, Joga Bai, was also an actress who appeared in films like “Balanandam” (1954) and “Kalahasti Mahatyam” (1954).
- She is the niece of renowned Telugu actress and director Vijaya Nirmala.
- Jayasudha’s paternal grandfather was the eminent scholar and literary historian, Nidudavolu Venkatarao.
Film Career:
- Jayasudha began her acting career at a young age and quickly established herself as a leading actress in South Indian cinema.
- She earned the moniker “Sahaja Nati” (natural actress) for her effortless and realistic portrayals of various characters.
- Jayasudha has acted in over 200 Telugu films, showcasing her versatility and talent.
- Some of her notable Telugu films include “Jyothi” (1976), “Idi Katha Kaadu” (1979), “Premabhishekam” (1981), “Meghasandesam” (1982), and “Dharmaatmudu” (1983).
- She has worked with several legendary directors and actors throughout her career.
- Jayasudha was one of the most popular and sought-after actresses in the 1970s and 1980s.
Filmography
Year | Film Title | Role | Language |
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1972 | Kula Gouravam | Tamil | |
1973 | Arangetram | Devi | Tamil |
1973 | Sollathaan Ninaikkiren | Sudha | Tamil |
1973 | Petha Manam Pithu | Radha | Tamil |
1973 | Bharatha Vilas | Mohini | Tamil |
1974 | Pandanti Kapuram | Telugu | |
1974 | Vellikizhamai Viratham | Tamil | |
1974 | Dheerga Sumangali | Tamil | |
1974 | Naan Avanillai | Rani | Tamil |
1975 | Rasaleela | Unnimaya | Malayalam |
1975 | Jyothi | Jyothi | Telugu |
1975 | Soggadu | Saroja | Telugu |
1975 | Apoorva Raagangal | Ranjani | Tamil |
1976 | Mangalyaniki Maromudi | Telugu | |
1976 | Alludochadu | Saroja | Telugu |
1976 | Kotta Alludu | Telugu | |
1976 | Anthuleni Katha | Telugu | |
1976 | Seeta Kalyanam | Seeta/Lakshmi | Telugu |
1976 | Naan Avanillai | Rani | Tamil |
1977 | Adavi Ramudu | Padma | Telugu |
1977 | Aame Katha | Telugu | |
1977 | Amaradeepam | Telugu | |
1977 | Bhadrakali | Gayathri | Telugu |
1977 | Yamagola | Savithri | Telugu |
1977 | Chanakya Chandragupta | Telugu | |
1977 | Kurukshetram | Uttara | Telugu |
1977 | Seetha Rama Vanavasam | Sita | Telugu |
1977 | Jeevitha Nauka | Telugu | |
1978 | Sivaranjani | Telugu | |
1978 | Pranam Khareedu | Telugu | |
1978 | Katakatala Rudraiah | Telugu | |
1978 | Lawyer Vishwanath | Telugu | |
1978 | Mallepuvvu | Telugu | |
1978 | Yugandhar | Telugu | |
1978 | Kalanthakulu | Asha | Telugu |
1978 | Andamaina Anubhavam | Telugu | |
1978 | Amaradeepam | Telugu | |
1978 | Driver Ramudu | Telugu | |
1979 | Sommokadidhi Sokokadidhi | Telugu | |
1979 | Idi Katha Kaadu | Telugu | |
1979 | Kalyani | Telugu | |
1979 | Muddula Koduku | Telugu | |
1979 | Shri Tirupati Venkateswara Kalyanam | Goddess Lakshmi | Telugu |
1979 | Seethe Ramudaithe | Seetha | Telugu |
1979 | Shivamettina Satyam | Telugu | |
1979 | Mande Gundelu | Telugu | |
1979 | Judagadu | Telugu | |
1979 | Intinti Ramayanam | Telugu | |
1979 | Driver Ramudu | Telugu | |
1979 | Andamaina Anubhavam | Telugu | |
1980 | Gopala Rao Gari Ammayi | Telugu | |
1980 | Gopala Krishnudu | Telugu | |
1980 | Gajadonga | Telugu | |
1980 | Edantastulameda | Telugu | |
1980 | Prema Tarangalu | Telugu | |
1981 | Premabhishekam | Telugu | |
1981 | Swargam | Suma | Telugu |
1981 | Illalu | Telugu | |
1981 | Pakkinti Ammayi | Telugu | |
1981 | Agni Poolu | Telugu | |
1981 | Aadavallu Meeku Joharulu | Telugu | |
1982 | Yuvaraju | Telugu | |
1982 | Raga Deepam | Telugu | |
1982 | Nipputho Chelagatam | Telugu | |
1982 | Naa Desam | Telugu | |
1982 | Trisulam | Telugu | |
1982 | Madhura Swapnam | Telugu | |
1982 | Anuraga Devatha | Telugu | |
1982 | Gruha Pravesam | Telugu | |
1982 | Jayasudha | Telugu | |
1983 | Chattaniki Veyyi Kallu | Savithri/Maya Devi | Telugu |
1983 | Ramudu Kadu Krishnudu | Telugu | |
1983 | Raj Kumar | Telugu | |
1983 | Poratam | Telugu | |
1983 | Meghasandesam | Telugu | |
1983 | Lanke Bindelu | Rama | Telugu |
1983 | Iddaru Kiladilu | Telugu | |
1983 | Amayakudu Kadhu Asadhyudu | Telugu | |
1984 | Yuddham | Telugu | |
1984 | Jagan | Lalitha | Telugu |
1984 | Punyam Koddi Purushudu | Sathya | Telugu |
1984 | Iddaru Dongalu | Telugu |
(1985–Present)
Year | Film Title | Role | Language |
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1985 | Nyayam Meere Cheppali | Telugu | |
1985 | Dampatyam | Janaki | Telugu |
1986 | Magadheerudu | Telugu | |
1987 | Aatma Bandhuvulu | Kalyani | Telugu |
1988 | Jeevana Jyothi | Telugu | |
1993 | Sarovaram | Rajalakshmi / Sony | Malayalam |
2000 | Handsup | Telugu | |
2005 | Balu | Rajeshwari Devi | Telugu |
2009 | Billa | Janaki | Telugu |
2023 | Custody | Judge | Telugu |
2023 | Malli Pelli | Telugu | |
2023 | Miss Shetty Mr Polishetty | Anvitha’s mother | Telugu |
Other Ventures:
- Apart from acting, Jayasudha has also ventured into politics.
- She served as a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) in Andhra Pradesh from 2009 to 2014.
awards and honors received by Jayasudha :
Year | Award / Honor | Category / Film | Language / Industry |
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1976 | Filmfare Special Jury Award | Jyothi | Telugu |
1977 | Nandi Award for Best Actress | Jyothi | Telugu |
1979 | Filmfare Award for Best Actress – Telugu | Meghasandesam | Telugu |
1982 | Nandi Award for Best Actress | Meghasandesam | Telugu |
2007 | Special Jury Nandi Award | Evadi Gola Vaadidhi | Telugu |
2008 | ANR National Award | Lifetime Achievement | Telugu cinema |
2010 | Filmfare Lifetime Achievement | Contribution to South Indian Cinema | South Indian Film Industry |
2014 | Ramineni Foundation Award | Excellence in film acting | Telugu |
2016 | Lifetime Achievement Award | Santosham Film Awards | Telugu |
Personal Life:
- Jayasudha’s first marriage was to Kakarlapudi Rajendra Prasad, but it ended in divorce.
- In 1985, she married Nitin Kapoor, a film producer and cousin of actor Jeetendra.
- They have two sons, Nihar and Shreyan.
- Nitin Kapoor passed away in 2017.
SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS :
Youtube : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2Y-bRJrg7I&pp=ygUdamF5YXN1ZGhhIGludGVydmlldyBpbiB0ZWx1Z3U%3D