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Archana

Born: 1966-10-08
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Archana, born Sudha, is a distinguished Indian actress and classical dancer specializing in Kuchipudi and Kathak. She has made significant contributions to Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada cinema. Archana is celebrated for her compelling performances and has been honored with two National Film Awards for Best Actress for her roles in Veedu (1988) and Daasi (1988).

Archana, born Sudha, is a distinguished Indian actress and classical dancer specializing in Kuchipudi and Kathak. She has made significant contributions to Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada cinema. Archana is celebrated for her compelling performances and has been honored with two National Film Awards for Best Actress for her roles in Veedu (1988) and Daasi (1988).

Archana began her career as a child artist in the Hindi film Yaadon Ki Baaraat 1973. She later trained in acting at the Tamil Nadu Institute of Film Technology. Her breakthrough came with the Tamil film Veedu 1988, which earned her a National Film Award for Best Actress. She continued to deliver powerful performances in films like Daasi 1988, Kankana Bhagya 1988, and Guri 1986. In addition to her film career, Archana is a trained Kuchipudi and Kathak dancer, showcasing her versatility in the performing arts.
Archana began her career as a child artist in the Hindi film Yaadon Ki Baaraat 1973. She later trained in acting at the Tamil Nadu Institute of Film Technology. Her breakthrough came with the Tamil film Veedu 1988, which earned her a National Film Award for Best Actress. She continued to deliver powerful performances in films like Daasi 1988, Kankana Bhagya 1988, and Guri 1986. In addition to her film career, Archana is a trained Kuchipudi and Kathak dancer, showcasing her versatility in the performing arts.

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Alternative names Sudha , Veda Archana Sastry
Height 5' 5"
Born October 08, 1966 · Andhra Pradesh, India
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Archana is known for her deep involvement in classical dance forms, particularly Kuchipudi and Kathak.
She has been recognized for her contributions to South Indian cinema with multiple accolades.
Archana continues to inspire audiences with her dedication to the arts and her impactful performances on screen.

Trademarks

Graceful dance sequences in films.
Powerful and emotive performances.
Deep understanding and portrayal of complex characters.

Nicknames

Archana Sudha, Veda Archana

Salaries

Approximately ?10 lakh per episode for her role