Jyothika Tamil Actress Biography

Quick Info

Born October 18, 1978

Birth Place Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Height 5'6"

Fan Score 85

Popularity 85

Roles Actress

Photos

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Videos

Thambi Karthi Jyothika Movie

Ponmagal Vandhal Official Trailer 2020 Jyothika Suriya

Jyothika Best Video for Fans Master Inspirers with Gobi...

Jyothika Mother in Law Insisted on Speaking Only in Tam...

Jyothika New Bold Interview

Personal Details

Alternative Names Jo, Jyothi ,Queen of Kollywood

Official Sites www.instagram.com

Spouses

Children Diya, Dev

Parents Shama Kazi, Chander Sadanah

Relatives Siblings: Nagma, Suraj Sadanah, Roshini

Did You Know

Trivia

Jyothika debuted in Bollywood with Doli Saja Ke Rakhna (1998).
She gained fame in Tamil cinema with Vaali (1999).
She took a break after marriage in 2006 and made a successful comeback in 2015 with 36 Vayadhinile.
She is known for portraying strong female-centric roles and is a role model for women in cinema.
Jyothika has won multiple Filmfare Awards South and Tamil Nadu State Awards.

Quotes

"I choose roles that give women strength and make them feel seen."
"Cinema has given me everything - love, respect, and purpose."
"Being a wife and a mother makes me a better actor."
"I want to inspire women to chase their dreams at any age."

Trademarks

Strong, independent female characters
Graceful and expressive screen presence
Versatility in both commercial and women-centric films

Nicknames

Jo, Jyothi , Queen of Kollywood

Salaries

Earned around Rs 1-2 crores per film

Frequently Asked Questions

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What awards has Jyothika won?

Jyothika has won multiple Filmfare Awards South, Tamil Nadu State Awards, and other accolades for her performances in films like Perazhagan, Chandramukhi, and 36 Vayadhinile.

02

What was Jyothika debut film in Bollywood?

Her Bollywood debut was Doli Saja Ke Rakhna 1998, directed by Priyadarshan.

03

Which are some of Jyothika most popular films?

Some of her popular films include Kushi, Chandramukhi, Mozhi, 36 Vayadhinile, Ponmagal Vandhal, and Perazhagan.

04

Is Jyothika involved in any social or philanthropic work?

Yes, Jyothika actively supports the Agaram Foundation, founded by her husband Suriya, which focuses on education and empowerment for underprivileged children.

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