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M. S. Subbulakshmi

Born: September 16, 1916
M. S. Subbulakshmi Poster
FAN SCORE
40
POPULARITY
40

M S Subbulakshmi was a legendary Indian classical vocalist and actress in the Tamil film industry Known for her devotional and mythological roles she gained fame through films like Sevasadanam Meera a... Read more

M S Subbulakshmi was a legendary Indian classical vocalist and actress in the Tamil film industry Known for her devotional and mythological roles she gained fame through films like Sevasadanam Meera and Bhaktha Kuchela Born in Madurai Tamil Nadu she combined her Carnatic singing talent with acting creating timeless performances She is celebrated as the Nightingale of India and was the first musician to receive the Bharat Ratna Her performances inspired generations of musicians and actors worldwide Show less

ROLES
Actress , Singer
HEIGHT
5'3"
BIRTH PLACE
Madurai Tamil Nadu India

Quick Info

Born September 16, 1916
Birth Place Madurai Tamil Nadu India
Height 5'3"
Fan Score 40
Popularity 40
Roles Actress , Singer

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Personal Details

Alternative Names MS, Nightingale of India, Bhakti Sangeetha Samragni
Spouses
Children Radha Viswanathan

Did You Know

Trivia
  • She was the first musician to be awarded the Bharat Ratna
    She performed at the United Nations and UNESCO
    She raised funds for social causes through her concerts
    Her film Meera is a benchmark for devotional cinema
    She started learning music from her mother at the age of four
Quotes
  • Music is the breath of the soul
    The voice must be trained to touch the heart of the listener
Trademarks
  • Devotional and mythological roles in cinema
    Soulful Carnatic singing performances
    Timeless classical music renditions
Nicknames
  • MS Nightingale of India Bhakti Sangeetha Samragni

Frequently Asked Questions

01

Who is MS Subbulakshmi?

MS Subbulakshmi was a legendary Indian classical singer and actress known for her devotional and mythological performances in Tamil cinema.

02

When and where was MS Subbulakshmi born?

She was born on September 16, 1916 in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India.

03

What are the famous films of MS Subbulakshmi?

Her notable films include Meera, Sevasadanam, and Bhaktha Kuchela.

04

Did MS Subbulakshmi receive any awards?

Yes, she was the first musician to be awarded the Bharat Ratna and received numerous honors for her contributions to music.

05

What is the legacy of MS Subbulakshmi?

She is celebrated as the Nightingale of India and inspired generations of musicians and actors with her classical music and acting.

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