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Krishna Kumari

Born: March 6, 1933
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FAN SCORE
50
POPULARITY
55

Krishna Kumari was a celebrated South Indian actress known for her work in Tamil Telugu and Kannada films. She gained fame during the 1950s to 1970s for her graceful performances expressive acting and... Read more

Krishna Kumari was a celebrated South Indian actress known for her work in Tamil Telugu and Kannada films. She gained fame during the 1950s to 1970s for her graceful performances expressive acting and versatility in portraying a wide range of characters. She made her debut in Tamil cinema and rose to prominence with Telugu films such as Bangaru Papa Donga Ramudu and Pelli Meeda Pandiri. Krishna Kumari starred alongside leading actors of her time including N T Rama Rao Akkineni Nageswara Rao Sivaji Ganesan and Rajkumar. She was admired for her strong emotional performances and elegant screen presence. Born in Naihati West Bengal she later settled in Bengaluru after her marriage and passed away in 2018. Krishna Kumari remains remembered as one of the golden era stars of South Indian cinema. Show less

ROLES
Actress
HEIGHT
5' 4"
BIRTH PLACE
Naihati, Bengal Province, British India

Quick Info

Born March 6, 1933
Birth Place Naihati, Bengal Province, British India
Height 5' 4"
Fan Score 50
Popularity 55
Roles Actress

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Personal Details

Alternative Names Krishna Kumari
Spouses
Children Dipika
Parents T. Venkoji Rao, Sachi Devi
Relatives Sowcar Janaki

Did You Know

Trivia
  • Krishna Kumari started her film career at a young age
    She became one of the leading actresses of Tamil Telugu and Kannada cinema during the 1950s to 1970s
    She acted with top actors of her era including N T Rama Rao Akkineni Nageswara Rao Sivaji Ganesan and Rajkumar
    She was known for her versatility emotional depth and elegant screen presence
    After marriage she gradually retired from films and settled in Bengaluru
Quotes
  • Cinema is a way to touch hearts and tell meaningful stories
Trademarks
  • Graceful performances with expressive acting
    Versatile portrayal of emotional and strong characters
    Elegant screen presence
    Multilingual actress in Tamil Telugu and Kannada cinema
Salaries
  • Earned approximately ten thousand to twenty five thousand rupees per film during her peak years

Frequently Asked Questions

01

Who is Krishna Kumari?

Krishna Kumari was a famous South Indian actress known for her roles in Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada films during the 1950s to 1970s.

02

What are some of Krishna Kumari popular movies?

Her most popular films include Bangaru Papa, Donga Ramudu, Pelli Meeda Pandiri, Sabaash Meena, Panam Padaithavan, and Poompuhar.

03

Did Krishna Kumari act in more than one language?

Yes, she acted in Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada films and gained recognition across all three industries.

04

When did Krishna Kumari pass away?

Krishna Kumari passed away in 2018 after leaving a lasting legacy in South Indian cinema.

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What made Krishna Kumari special as an actress?

She was admired for her emotional performances, graceful acting, and versatility in portraying both traditional and modern characters.

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