Full Name: Shree Amma Yanger Ayyapan
Stage Name: Sridevi
Born: August 13, 1963
Died: February 24, 2018
Place of Birth: Sivakasi, Tamil Nadu, India
Occupation: Actress, Producer
Active Years: 1967–2017
Early Life and Family
Sridevi was born on August 13, 1963, in Sivakasi, Tamil Nadu, into a Tamil-speaking family. Her father, Ayyapan, was a lawyer, and her mother, Rajeswari, was a homemaker. Sridevi was the second of three children. Growing up, she had a keen interest in performing arts, especially acting and dancing. Her family later moved to Chennai, where she began pursuing her dream of acting.
From a very young age, Sridevi was involved in the film industry, and she made her acting debut at the age of four in the Tamil film “Kandhan Karunai” (1967). Her early exposure to films came from her interactions with the film industry in Chennai, and by the time she was a teenager, she had already established herself as one of the most sought-after child artists in South Indian cinema.
Entry into Cinema
Sridevi’s professional career began when she was just four years old. She acted in Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada films as a child artist. However, she gained significant recognition after transitioning to adult roles in the early 1970s. Her debut as an adult actress came in 1976 with the Telugu film “Raja Raja Rajeshwari”, where she played a supporting role. She went on to work in multiple languages, including Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Hindi.
Her breakthrough in the Telugu film industry came with the movie “Padaharella Vayasu” (1978), where she played a lead role. She rapidly gained popularity in the Telugu and Tamil film industries, earning the title of one of the most versatile and talented actresses in South India. She starred in several Telugu films, such as “Bobbili Puli” (1982) and “Kshana Kshanam” (1991), where her performances were highly praised.
Rise to Stardom in Bollywood
Sridevi’s entry into Bollywood happened in 1979 with the film “Solva Sawan”, but it was with “Hawa Hawai” (1982) and the iconic “Chandni” (1989) that she solidified her position as one of Bollywood’s most popular and beloved actresses. Her major breakthrough in Hindi cinema came with “Nagina” (1986), in which she portrayed a shape-shifting serpent, a role that made her a household name in India.
Sridevi was known for her impeccable acting skills, dance moves, and versatile roles. Her on-screen presence in films like “Mr. India” (1987), “Chandni” (1989), “Lamhe” (1991), “ChaalBaaz” (1989), “English Vinglish” (2012), and “Mom” (2017) continues to be cherished by fans worldwide.
Acting Career and Achievements
Sridevi’s acting career was marked by her versatility and ability to perform in a wide range of roles. She became famous for her ability to balance both commercial and performance-oriented roles, and she won hearts for her charming presence and stunning performances.
- Telugu Cinema: Sridevi worked in several memorable Telugu films, such as “Kshana Kshanam” (1991), “Magadheera” (2009), and “Jagadeka Veerudu Athiloka Sundari” (1990). Her pairing with stars like N.T. Rama Rao (NTR), Akkineni Nageswara Rao (ANR), and Chiranjeevi was widely appreciated.
- Bollywood Stardom: Sridevi became the highest-paid actress in the 1980s and 1990s. Her iconic roles in “Mr. India”, “Chandni”, “Sadma”, “Lamhe”, and “ChaalBaaz” won her accolades for both her dramatic performances and her dance numbers. She was known for being a complete package — an actress with beauty, grace, dancing talent, and emotional depth.
- Dancing Icon: Sridevi’s dances in songs like “Hawa Hawai”, “Kaate Nahi Kat Te”, “Naino Mein Sapna”, and “Morni Bagama”, became legendary. She was often referred to as one of the most graceful dancers in Indian cinema, setting new standards for dance in films.
- Awards and Recognition:
- Sridevi was awarded the Padma Shri by the Government of India in 2013 for her contributions to Indian cinema.
- She received several Filmfare Awards, National Film Awards, and other recognitions throughout her career, including for her role in “Mom” (2017), which won her the Best Actress award posthumously.
Personal Life
Sridevi married film producer Boney Kapoor in 1996, and they had two daughters, Janhvi Kapoor and Khushi Kapoor, who later entered the film industry. Despite being a major star, Sridevi kept her personal life relatively private. She had a loving family and was known to be a doting mother and wife.
Her marriage to Boney Kapoor was a significant chapter in her personal life, and it was during this period that she took a short break from acting to focus on family. However, she made a comeback in 2012 with the critically acclaimed film “English Vinglish”, in which she portrayed the role of a middle-aged woman learning English.
Death and Legacy
Sridevi passed away on February 24, 2018, at the age of 54, after a tragic accident in Dubai, where she had attended a family wedding. Her sudden death left the entire nation in shock, and tributes poured in from all corners of the world. Sridevi’s passing marked the end of an era in Indian cinema, as she had been an iconic figure for over five decades.
Her final film, “Mom”, which was released in 2017, showcased her brilliance as an actress and reaffirmed her position as one of the greatest stars of Indian cinema. The film received critical acclaim for her powerful performance as a mother seeking justice, and she was posthumously awarded the National Film Award for Best Actress for her role in it.
Sridevi’s death was a significant loss to the film industry, and she is remembered as one of the finest actresses to have ever graced Indian cinema.
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