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Lalitha

Born: December 16, 1930
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FAN SCORE
50
POPULARITY
60

Lalitha was a celebrated Indian actress and classical dancer in the Tamil Telugu Malayalam Kannada and Hindi film industries. She was one of the famous Travancore sisters along with Padmini and Ragini... Read more

Lalitha was a celebrated Indian actress and classical dancer in the Tamil Telugu Malayalam Kannada and Hindi film industries. She was one of the famous Travancore sisters along with Padmini and Ragini. Lalitha began her career as a classical dancer and later became a prominent actress known for her versatile roles and graceful screen presence. She appeared in many films from the 1940s to the 1960s and was admired for her ability to combine classical dance with acting. Lalitha passed away in 1982 leaving a lasting legacy in Indian cinema and classical dance. Show less

ROLES
Actress
HEIGHT
5' 3"
BIRTH PLACE
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India

Quick Info

Born December 16, 1930
Birth Place Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India
Height 5' 3"
Fan Score 50
Popularity 60
Roles Actress

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Personal Details

Alternative Names Travancore Lalitha
Spouses
Children Sivasankaran Nair
Parents Saraswathiyamma, Thankappan Pillai
Relatives Ragini, Padmini, Chandra kumar

Did You Know

Trivia
  • Lalitha along with her sisters was part of the famous Travancore sisters trio
    She was trained in classical Bharatanatyam and Kathakali from a young age
    Lalitha was one of the first actresses to combine classical dance with cinematic performance
    She performed in films across multiple languages including Tamil Telugu Malayalam Kannada and Hindi
    She was admired for her grace screen presence and versatility in acting
Quotes
  • Cinema and dance are intertwined arts that elevate storytelling
    Grace and discipline are the essence of performance on screen
Trademarks
  • Exceptional classical dance performances on screen
    Versatile acting in both lead and supporting roles
    Graceful and elegant screen presence
Nicknames
  • Travancore Lalitha

Frequently Asked Questions

01

Who were Lalithas sisters?

Lalithas sisters were Padmini and Ragini known as the Travancore sisters.

02

What kind of dance was Lalitha trained in?

Lalitha was trained in Bharatanatyam and Kathakali.

03

In which film industries did Lalitha act?

Lalitha acted in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi films.

04

Which films made Lalitha famous?

Chandralekha, Devadasu, and Thillana Mohanambal were some of her most popular films.

05

When did Lalitha pass away?

Lalitha passed away in 1982.

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