Sadhana better known by her stage name Shari is an Indian actress. She was a prominent

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from 1982 to 1995 in

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, and

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films.

Personal life

Sadhana was born to Subramaniam and Lakshmi Devi in Andhra Pradesh. She is a trained classical dancer who learned Bharata Natyam from Padma Subrahmanyam and Kuchipudi from Vempati Chinna Satyam. She had her primary education from Saraswathi Vidyalaya Matriculation Higher Secondary School, Chennai. She is the grand daughter of famous Kannada actress B. Ramadevi. She married Kumar, a businessman, in 1991. They have a daughter, Kalyani born in 1996. She resides with her family in Chennai.

Career

She rose to fame after ''Namukku Parkkan Munthiri Thoppukal'' (1986'')''. She received a Kerala State film award for the same. In the Tamil industry, she is known as ''Sadhana.'' She received her first offer in a supporting role in ''

Hitler Umanath ''Hitler Umanath'' is a 1982 Indian Tamil-language film, directed by P. Madhavan and produced by P. V. Thulasiram. The film stars Sivaji Ganesan, K. R. Vijaya, Sathyaraj and Suruli Rajan. The film had musical score by M. S. Viswanathan. Plot ...

'' in 1982 where she played Sivaji Ganesan's daughter. However she gained attention in her role as the heroine in ''

Nenjathai Allitha ''Nenjathai Allitha'' () is a 1984 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film directed by Ameerjan, starring Mohan, Naresh and Sadhana. It was released on 4 May 1984. Plot Mohan and Naresh love Sadhana, while she loves Naresh only. Th ...

'' (1984) where she was paired with actor Mohan.

Awards

* 1986 Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress -

Namukku Parkkan Munthiri Thoppukal ''Namukku Parkkan Munthirithoppukal'' () is a 1986 Indian Malayalam-language romance drama film written and directed by Padmarajan based on the 1986 novel ''Nammukku Gramangalil Chennu Rapparkkam'' by K. K. Sudhakaran. The film stars Mohanlal, ...

* 1986 Kerala State Film Critics Award - second best actress - Namukku Parkkan Munthiri Thoppukal * 1986 Filmfare Award - Best Actress - Namukku Parkkan Munthiri Thoppukal *2017 Flowers TV awards - Best supporting actress -Nilavum Nakshatrangalum *2017

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- Kalyanam mudhal Kadhal varai

Filmography

Malayalam

* Ningalil Oru Sthree (1984) as Sindhu *

(1986) as Sofia *

Desatanakkili Karayarilla ''Deshadanakkili Karayarilla'' () is a 1986 Indian Malayalam-language drama film written and directed by Padmarajan. It stars Mohanlal, Karthika, Shari and Urvashi. The film tells the story of two school girls who eloped while on a school tri ...

(1986) as Sally * Onnu Muthal Poojyam Vare (1986) as Elizabeth * Athinumappuram (1987) as *

Oru Maymasa Pulariyil ''Oru Maymasa Pulariyil'' ( ml, ഒരു മേയ്മാസ പുലരിയിൽ) is a 1987 Indian Malayalam-language film co-written and directed by V. R. Gopinath, starring Balachandra Menon, Murali and Shari. It was the debut of Ran ...

(1987) as Suicided lady *

Ithaa Samayamaayi ''Itha Samayamayi'' is a 1987 Indian Malayalam film, directed by P. G. Vishwambharan. The film stars Jagathy Sreekumar, Ratheesh, Jayaram and Karamana Janardanan Nair in the lead roles. The film has musical score by Shyam. The film is loosely ...

(1987) as Leelamma *

Naaradan Keralathil ''Naradhan Keralathil'' is a 1987 Indian Malayalam-language satirical film, directed by Crossbelt Mani and produced by Jayasree Mani. The film stars Jagathy Sreekumar, Mukesh, Nedumudi Venu and Hari in the lead roles. The film has musical scor ...

(1987) as Kousalya * Nirabhedangal (1987) as Susie * Kalathinte Shabdam (1987) as Radha * Theertham (1987) as Mercy *

Kottum Kuravayum ''Kottum Kuravayum'' is a 1987 Indian Malayalam film, directed by Alleppey Ashraf and produced by Eeraali. The film stars Sukumari, Mammootty, Jagathy Sreekumar and Innocent in the lead roles. The film has musical score by Raghu Kumar. Cast ...

(1987) as *

Ithente Neethi ''Ithente Neethi'' is a 1987 Malayalam-language Indian feature film, directed by J. Sasikumar for Sreelakshmi Creations, starring Shankar in the lead role, supported by Balan K. Nair, Rajya Lakshmi and Shari playing other important roles. It ...

(1987) as * Archanapookkal (1987) as Saritha * Jaithra Yaathra (1987) as Geetha *

Ponnu ''Ponnu'' is a 1987 Indian Malayalam film, directed by P. G. Vishwambharan and produced by Royal Achankunju. The film stars Jagathy Sreekumar, Innocent, Thilakan and Ashokan. The film's score was composed by Ouseppachan. Cast * Jagathy Sre ...

(1987) as Maya * Nombarathi Poovu(1987) as Anitha * Aankiliyude Tharattu (1987) as Sridevi * Vilambaram (1987) as Valsala * Veendum Lisa (1987) as Lisa * Ellaavarkkum Nanmakal (1987) as Balan's lover * Aparan (1988) as Anna *

Onninu Purake Mattonnu ''Onninu Purake Mattonnu'' is a 1988 Indian Malayalam-language film, directed by Thulasidas and produced by Sundarlal Nahatha. The film stars Thilakan, Nedumudi Venu, Ratheesh and Rohini in the lead roles. The film has musical score by Kannur R ...

(1988) as Molly * Thaala (1988) as Thaala *

Ponmuttayidunna Tharavu ''Ponmuttayidunna Tharavu'' () is a 1988 Indian Malayalam-language romantic comedy-drama film, written by Raghunath Paleri and directed by Sathyan Anthikad. It stars Sreenivasan, Urvashi, Jayaram and Innocent in the lead roles. It was Sreeniv ...

(1988) as Dance teacher * Rahasyam Paramarahasyam (1988) as Deepa *

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(1989) as Indira * Mrigaya (1989) as Selina * Jeevitham Oru Raagam (1989) as Chithra *

Jaathakam ''Jaathakam'' (English: Horoscope) is a 1989 Indian Malayalam film, directed by Suresh Unnithan and written by Lohithadas.The film stars Madhu, Jayaram, Shari, Thilakan and Sukumaran in the lead roles. The film has musical score by R. Somas ...

(1989) as Shyamala *

Maharaajaavu ''Maharajavu'' is a 1989 Indian Malayalam film, directed by P. Krishnaraj. The film stars Murali, Shari, Captain Raju and Anuradha in the lead roles. The film has musical score by Sharmaji. Cast * Murali * Shari *Captain Raju * Anuradha *K. ...

(1989) as * Kelikottu (1990) as Usha * Commander (1990) as Bharathi * Thaalam (1990) * Kalikkalam (1990) as Meera Nair * Maanmizhiyaal (1990) as Lakshmi * Sthreekku Vendi Sthree (1990) as Mrs. Rajesh/Advocate * Utharakandam (1991) * Arangu (1991) as Alice * Kanalkkattu (1991) as Sathi *

Ennum Nanmakal ''Ennum Nanmakal'' is a 1991 Malayalam film directed by Sathyan Anthikkadu and written by Raghunath Paleri. It stars Sreenivasan, Santhi Krishna, and Jayaram in the lead roles, along with Shari, Saranya, KPAC Lalitha, Innocent, Sankaradi, Odu ...

(1991) as Rama *

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(1992) as Tessy *

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(1992) as *

Aadhaaram ''Aadhaaram'' is a 1992 Malayalam-language drama film directed by George Kithu, written by Lohithadas. The film stars Murali as Bapputty, who is trying to rebuild life after completing his prison sentence. The film also features Suresh Gopi, ...

(1992) as Amina *

Simhadhwani ''Simhadhwani'' is a 1992 Indian Malayalam film, directed by K. G. Rajasekharan. The film stars Thilakan, Urvashi, Suresh Gopi and Mala Aravindan in the lead roles. The film has musical score by Kannur Rajan. Cast * Devi Bala As Molly Thomas ...

(1992) as Sarala *

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(1992) as Jackson's sister * Aachaaryan (1993) as Sumithra * Sundharimaare Sookshikkika (1995) as Priya *

Sayahnam ''Sayahnam'' ( en, Twilight) is a 2000 Malayalam feature film that marks the directorial debut of R. Sarath with screenplay by himself. The film is a drama centred on the environmental and anti-nuclear issue in India. It stars O. Madhavan, Goma ...

(2000) as Amala's mother * Njaan Raajaavu (2002) as Stella * Basket (2002) as Saradha * Mayamohithachandran (2003) *

Raakilipattu Raakilipaatu is a 2007 Malayalam film starring Jyothika, Sharbani Mukherjee, Tabu and Lakshmi. The music was composed by Vidyasagar. The film was directed by Priyadarshan.The film's story is loosely based on the 1999 Marathi film '' Bindhaast' ...

(2007) as Arundhathi *

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(2007) as Eleena John * Positive (2008) as Winnie's mother * Sulthan (2008) as Nishi's mother * Novel (2008) as Manju *

LollyPop ''LolliPop'' is a 2008 Indian romantic comedy film directed by Shafi and written by Benny P. Nayarambalam. It stars Prithviraj Sukumaran, Kunchacko Boban, Jayasurya, Bhavana and Roma. The film was wide released on 21 December 2008 before Chri ...

(2008) as Jennifer's real mother * Pulliman (2010) * Mummy & Me (2010) as Mary Thomas * Mohabbath (2011) as Sajna's mother * Doctor Love (2011) as Ebin's mother * Snehaadaram (2011) * Ee Dhanya Muhoorttham (2011) * Kadhayile Nayika (2011) as Sophiya * Sandwich (2011) as Sreedevi * Bombay March 12 (2011) as Shajahan's mother * Karppooradeepam (2012) as Meritta *

Kalikalam Kalikalam (Telugu: కలికాలం) is a 1991 Telugu movie starring Chandra Mohan, Jayasudha. The story revolves around the difficulties of a typical middle-class family, unable to earn money to lead a satisfied life. The film was remade ...

(2012) as Meenakshi *

Padmasree Bharat Dr. Saroj Kumar ''Padmasree Bharat Dr. Saroj Kumar'' is a 2012 Indian Malayalam-language parody film .The movie was directed by Sajin Raaghavan in his directorial debut. The movie starred Sreenivasan in titular role with Vineeth Sreenivasan, Fahadh Faasil, Jagat ...

(2012) as Shyam's mother * Maad Dad (2013) as Sarala *

Rebecca Uthup Kizhakkemala ''Rebecca Uthup Kizhakkemala'' is a 2013 Malayalam film directed by Sundardas. It stars Ann Augustine, Siddharth Bharathan,Jishnu Raghavan, Kalabhavan Mani, Sai Kumar in the lead roles. Cast * Ann Augustine as Rebecca Uthup * Sai Kumar as Uthu ...

(2013) as Soshamma *

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(2013) as Christhudas's mother * Red Rain (2013) as Victim's mother *

Vasanthathinte Kanal Vazhikalil ''Vasanthathinte Kanal Vazhikalil'' is a 2014 Malayalam-language political drama film directed by Anil V Nagendran, who is also the producer, writer and lyricist. The film stars Samuthirakani and Tamil actress Thamarai in the lead roles with an ...

(2014) as Theyi * Bad Boys (2014) *

Law Point ''Law Point'' is a 2014 Indian Malayalam-language drama thriller film written by Devadas and directed by Lijin Jose. It stars Kunchacko Boban as an advocate and Namitha Pramod as a modern, city bred girl. Plot Sathya Mohan is a leading cri ...

(2014) as Umadevi * Jilebi (2015) as Silpa's mother * Kannirinum Madhuram (2016) as Dr. Seethalakshmi * Boby (2017) as Archive footage/Uncredited cameo (from :

) * Meenakshi (2017) as Rohan's mother * Aquarium (2022) as Mother Superior *

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(2022) as Shabana * Viddikalude Mash (2022) * Saturday Night (2022) as Nirmala Davis * Kunjamminis Hospital

Tamil

*''

'' (1982) - Umanath's daughter (debut) *''

'' (1984) - Debut as heroine, Radhika *''Vai Sollil Veeranadi'' (1984) - Nagalakshmi *''

Arthamulla Aasaigal ''Arthamulla Aasaigal'' () is a 1985 Indian Tamil-language film directed by Babu Maharaja for Peninsula Productions. The film stars Karthik, Ambika, Anand Babu and Sadhana. Plot Selvam is a poor fisherman in the town of Mullaipattinam. ...

'' (1985) - Jaya *'' Chain Jayapal'' (1985) - Padma *''Sithirame Sithirame'' (1985) *''

Unnai Thedi Varuven ''Unnai Thedi Varuven'' () is a 1985 Indian Tamil-language thriller film directed by C. V. Sridhar and produced by K. R. Gangadharan. The film stars Suresh, Nalini, Sadhana and Vinoth. It was released on 5 July 1985, and became a commercial su ...

'' (1985) - Anita *'' Kulirkaala Megangal'' (1986) - Vasi *''Mamiyargal Jakkirathai'' (1986) *'' Naanum Oru Thozhilali'' (1986) - Padma *'' Raja Mariyadhai'' (1987) - Meena *'' My Dear Lisa'' (1987) - Lisa *''

Kavalan Avan Kovalan ''Kavalan Avan Kovalan'' () is a 1987 Indian Tamil-language film, directed by Visu, starring Prabhu, Rekha and Madhuri. It was released on 29 May 1987. Plot The hero, unknown to himself, has a look-alike. The look alike is good for nothin ...

'' (1987) - Special appearance *'' Raththa Dhanam'' (1988) - Radha *''

Enne Petha Raasa ''Ennai Petha Raasa'' is a 1989 Indian Tamil-language film directed by Siraj and produced by Rajkiran who's also credited for the film's story. The film stars Ramarajan, Rupini, Srividya and Vinu Chakravarthy. The film had musical score by ...

'' (1989) - Catherine *''Vaaliba Vilayattu'' (1990) - Parvathi *''

Pathimoonam Number Veedu ''Pathimoonam Number Veedu'', also known as ''13am Number Veedu'', is a 1990 Tamil-language horror film directed by Baby. The film stars Nizhalgal Ravi, Sadhana and Lalitha Kumari. It was released on 15 June 1990 and became a success. The f ...

'' (1990) - Annam *''

Manaivi Oru Manickam ''Manaivi Oru Manickam'' () is a 1990 Indian Tamil-language supernatural thriller film, directed by Chozharaajan and produced by N. Ramasamy. The film stars Arjun, Mukesh (in his Tamil debut), Radha, Sadhana and S. S. Chandran. The film was ...

'' (1990) - Female Serpent *''

Vetri Karangal ''Vetri Karangal'' () is a 1991 Indian Tamil-language action film directed by R. Krishnamoorthy, starring Prabhu, Prem Menon, Rupini and Sadhana. It was released on 15 March 1991. Plot Cast *Prabhu *Prem Menon *Rupini * Sadhana as Radh ...

'' (1991) - Radha/Kalpana (dual role) *'' Ponnuketha Purushan'' (1992) - Anandhi *'' Veeramani'' (1994) - Special appearance *''

Raja Enga Raja ''Raja Enga Raja'' is a 1995 Tamil language drama film directed by T. Vijayasingam. The film stars Goundamani, Ramya Krishnan and Sadhana. Plot Raja is an IRS officer who works in New Delhi and is in love with his colleague and friend Pr ...

'' (1995) - Prabha *'' Nenjinile'' (1999) - Karunakaran's sister *''

Snegithiye ''Snegithiye'' () is a 2000 Tamil-language mystery thriller film directed by Priyadarshan. The film notably features only female characters, played by Tabu, Jyothika, Sharbani Mukherjee and Ishita Arun. Music was composed by Vidyasagar. The fi ...

'' (2000) - Arundati *'' James Pandu'' (2000) - Guest role *'' Love Channel'' (2001) - Parimalam *'' Pudhiya Geethai'' (2003) - Jo's mother *'' Thotti Jaya'' (2005) - Brinda's mother *''

Ammuvagiya Naan ''Ammuvagiya Naan'' () is a 2007 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by Padmamagan starring R. Parthiepan and Bharathi. The music was compose by Sabesh–Murali. The film released in September 2007 and became a hit. Plot The film revolv ...

'' (2007) - Rani *''

Oru Ponnu Oru Paiyan ''Oru Ponnu Oru Paiyan'' (lit. A boy and a girl) is a 2007 Tamil romance film directed by Naren Deivanayagam. It dwells on the untold love of a pair due to family circumstances. The film stars Sandeep, Roopasree, Shubha Poonja and Madhu. The f ...

'' (2007) *''

Aadatha Aattamellam ''Aadatha Aattamellam'' is a 2009 Tamil language drama film directed by A. B. Azhagar and produced by T. Radhakrishnan Kabilan. The film stars Ravi Ganesh, Bharathi and Jenny Jasmine, with Mansoor Ali Khan, T. P. Gajendran, Rishi and Srinat ...

'' (2009) - Kannan's mother *''

Yennamo Yedho ''Yennamo Yedho'' () is a 2014 Indian Tamil language romantic comedy film directed by Ravi Thyagarajan starring Gautham Karthik, Rakul Preet Singh, and Nikesha Patel. A remake of the Telugu film ''Ala Modalaindi'', the film was produced by Ravi ...

'' (2014) - Anuradha

Kannada

*''Thayiya Nudi'' (1983) *'' Onde Guri'' (1983) *'' Samayada Gombe'' (1984) as Mangala *''Brahma Gantu'' (1985) *''Sita Anjaneya'' (1993) *'' Chandra Chakori'' (2003)

Telugu

*''Mugguru Ammayila Mogudu'' (1983) *''Iddaru Kiladilu'' (1983) *''Moogavani Paga''(1983) *''

Peddarikam ''Peddarikam'' () is a 1992 Indian Telugu-language drama film, produced and directed by A. M. Rathnam under the Sri Surya Movies banner. It is a remake of the Malayalam film '' Godfather''. The film stars Jagapathi Babu, Sukanya, N. N. Pilla ...

'' (1992) as Chandra Shekarudu's wife

Television

Television series -
Malayalam Malayalam (; , ) is a Dravidian language spoken in the Indian state of Kerala and the union territories of Lakshadweep and Puducherry ( Mahé district) by the Malayali people. It is one of 22 scheduled languages of India. Malayalam wa ...

Television series -
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Television series -
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References

* http://cinidiary.com/peopleinfo.php?pigsection=Actor&picata=1&no_of_displayed_rows=7&no_of_rows_page=10&sletter=A

External links

*
Shari at MSI
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