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Sowcar Janaki

Born: December 12, 1931

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FAN SCORE

50

POPULARITY

70

Sowcar Janaki is a legendary Indian actress known for her versatile performances in Tamil Telugu and Kannada cinema. She began her acting career in 1949 and has appeared in over 400 films across diffe... Read more

ROLES

Actress

HEIGHT

5' 4"

BIRTH PLACE

Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh, India

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Quick Info

Born December 12, 1931

Birth Place Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh, India

Height 5' 4"

Fan Score 50

Popularity 70

Roles Actress

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Personal Details

Alternative Names Janaki, Sowcar

Spouses

Children Yagna Prabha

Parents T. Venkoji Rao, Sachi Devi

Relatives Krishna Kumari

Did You Know

Trivia

Sowcar Janaki began her acting career in 1949.
She appeared in over 400 films across Tamil Telugu and Kannada cinema.
She earned the nickname Sowcar after her breakthrough film Sowcar released in 1950.
She has successfully transitioned from lead roles to powerful character and supporting roles.
She is a recipient of the Kalaimamani award and multiple lifetime achievement awards.

Quotes

Cinema is a way to touch hearts and tell stories that last forever

Trademarks

Versatile acting across multiple languages.
Strong portrayal of both traditional and progressive female characters.
Graceful transition from lead roles to supporting roles over decades.
Natural and expressive acting style.

Nicknames

Janaki, Sowcar

Salaries

Earned between 2 lakh to 5 lakh rupees per movie depending on the role.

Frequently Asked Questions

01

Who is Sowcar Janaki?

Sowcar Janaki is a legendary Indian actress known for her work in Tamil Telugu and Kannada cinema with a career spanning over seven decades.

02

When did Sowcar Janaki start her acting career?

She began her acting career in 1949 and quickly became known for her natural acting style and emotional depth.

03

Why is she called Sowcar Janaki?

She earned the nickname Sowcar after her breakthrough film Sowcar released in 1950 which made her widely popular.

04

How many films has Sowcar Janaki acted?

She has appeared in over 400 films across Tamil Telugu and Kannada cinema portraying a wide range of characters.

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Has Sowcar Janaki received any awards?

Yes she has received the Kalaimamani award and multiple lifetime achievement recognitions for her contribution to South Indian cinema.

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