Quick Info
| Profession | Actor, Director |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 13/12/1952 |
| Age | 73 years |
| Birthplace | Madras, Madras State, India |
Latest News about Lakshmi (Actress)
01/01/2025
Lakshmi continued her active presence in the film industry with her recent movie 'Kushi' released in 2025, marking her ongoing contribution to Indian cinema even in her 70s. The veteran actress, who has won eight Filmfare Awards for Best Actress, remains one of the most decorated performers in South Indian film history.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full name | Yaragudipadi Venkata Mahalakshmi |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 165 cm |
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| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Schooling in Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Caste | Brahmin |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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Family
| Father | Yaragudipati Varada Rao (deceased on 13 February 1979) |
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| Mother | Kumari Rukmani (actress) |
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Career
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| Total Films | Over 300 |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Lakshmi is a renowned Indian actress and director. | |
| 2. She is predominantly known for her work in South Indian entertainment industries. | |
| 3. Her notable appearances include films like Julie (1975), Jeans (1998), Padayappa (1999), Hulchul (2004), and Oh! Baby (2019). | |
| 4. Lakshmi has won the prestigious Filmfare Award for Best Actress eight times across various Indian film industries. | |
| 5. She completed her schooling in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, actively participating in acting competitions. | |
| 6. In 1968, she began her acting career with the Tamil film Jeevanamsam. | |
| 7. Lakshmi directed her first Tamil film, Mazhalai Pattalam, in 1980. | |
| 8. She is skilled in languages such as Hindi, English, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, and Telugu. | |
| 9. She directed her first Tamil film, Mazhalai Pattalam, in 1980. | |
| 10. She has acted in more than 300 films in all south Indian languages apart from few in Bollywood. | |
| 11. She achieved a rare accomplishment in India by winning the Filmfare Award for Best Actress eight times, which includes recognition for her work in Hindi, Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam films. |