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Sulakshana (actress)
Sulakshana is an Indian actress who has performed in Tamil, Malayalam, Telugu, and Kannada films and serials. She started at the age of two and half in the movie ''Kaaviya Thalaivi'' as child Krishna, she was credited as Dolly. After that she acted in '' Thulabharam'' as child artist in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Hindi (all versions) and credited as Rajani. Her first leading role was with Chandra Mohan in ''Subhodayam'' in 1980. Her second film was with Rajkumar and he gave advice to her about the importance of make-up as an actress and presented a make- up kit. After that she acted against K. Bhagyaraj as a third film ''Thooral Ninnu Pochi''. She has acted in over 450 films. After a 12 year-break from the film industry, Sulakshana reentered the industry with the teleserial ''Sahana''. Personal life She was married to director Gopikrishnan, son of a famous music director M. S. Viswanathan and have two children. She was born in Rajamahendravaram (Rajahmundry), Andhra ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rajahmundry
Rajahmundry ( ), officially Rajamahendravaram, is a city in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh and district headquarters of East Godavari district. It is the fifth most populated city in the state. During British rule, the district of Rajahmundry was created in the Madras Presidency in 1823. It was reorganised in 1859 and bifurcated into the Godavari and Krishna districts. Kakinada was the headquarters of Godavari district, which was further bifurcated into East Godavari and West Godavari districts in 1925. It is administered under Rajahmundry revenue division of the East Godavari district. The city is known for its floriculture, history, Telugu literature, culture, agriculture, economy, tourism, and its heritage. It is known as the "Cultural Capital of Andhra Pradesh". The city's name was derived from Rajaraja Narendra, the ruler of Chalukya dynasty of 11th century who ruled over the city. In 2015, the city was renamed to Rajamahendravaram from the earlier name of Rajahmu ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Miruthanga Chakravarthi
''Miruthanga Chakravarthi'' () is a 1983 Indian Tamil-language musical drama film directed by K. Shankar and produced by Sakunthala N. The film stars Sivaji Ganesan, K. R. Vijaya, M. N. Nambiar, V. K. Ramasamy, Prabhu and Sulakshana. It was released on 24 September 1983. Plot Subbaiah is a maestro when it comes to playing Mridangam. He is so renowned that he outshines the singers to whom he serves as accompaniment much to their jealousy. They manipulate the situation where they get his fellow musicians to question his integrity as the chief of union of mridangam causing him to vow off touching mridangam ever again. His son, however shows keen interest which he discourages. As fate would have it, his son falls in love with the daughter of a music lover. Further, his enemy who has now relented, feels guilty and wants the great musician to come back. They use his son as a prop to challenge him forcing him to come back and play one last time. He wins outshining his very talent ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rajathi Rojakili
''Rajathi Rojakili'' is a 1985 Indian Tamil-language horror film directed by S. Devarajan, starring Rajesh, Suresh, Nalini, Sulakshana, Goundamani, Manorama, and Senthil. Goundamani acted as the main antagonist. The film was released on 12 January 1985. Plot The story begins with the life of Zamindar Velu Mayilu Thevar. The Zamindar's nephew is Soora Thevar, who is frustrated with the Zamindar's good deeds and kind actions and wants to take up all the wealth for himself. Along with his wife and assistant, he poisons Velu Thevar's food, thus leaving Velu's young son Surutaiyan without parental care. Soora Thevar becomes the guardian for Velu Thevar's wealth, until Surutaiyan grows up. Seenu Thevar, who used to work for Velu Thevar starts taking care of Surutaiyan, as he doesn't like Soora Thevar torturing Surutaiyan. Soora Thevar's plans work out and he sends his daughter to a convent, but Surutaiyan remains uneducated. Years later, his daughter now grown up is all educated ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Raja Rishi
''Raja Rishi'' is a 1985 Indian Tamil-language Hindu mythological film written and directed by K. Shankar. The film stars Sivaji Ganesan, Prabhu, M. N. Nambiar and Nalini. It is based on the play ''Viswamithran'' by A. S. Prakasam, which is about the sage Vishvamitra. The film was released on 20 September 1985, and failed at the box office. Plot The film narrates the story of Vishwamitra in a linear manner right from him being the King, his run-in with Vasishta over Kamadhenu cow leading him to take a vow that he too would become a brahmarishi like Vasishta. He faces hurdle after hurdle placed in his path by Devendran. In the process, he falls in love, impregnates and abandons Menaka. Their daughter Shakuntala is brought up by another rishi. She falls in love with Dushyanta who is cursed to forget her by Durvasa. When Vishwamitra finds out about this, he goes on to fix her life and in the process learns humility. In the end, with the blessing of Vasishta. who mentions that th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Marudhani
''Marudhani'' () is a 1985 Indian Tamil-language film, directed by Ramarajan and produced by P. Jayaraj. The film stars Pandiyan and Shobana, with Goundamani, S. S. Chandran, Janagaraj, Senthil and Sulakshana in supporting roles. It was released on 1 September 1985. Plot Cast * Pandiyan *Shobana as Marudhani *Goundamani * S. S. Chandran *Janagaraj *Senthil as Dingu * Sulakshana Production Ramarajan initially approached Kanaka, then aged 11, to play the female lead, but she refused as she was then not interested in pursuing an acting career. Soundtrack The music was composed by Gangai Amaran Gangai Amaran (born Amar Singh) is an Indian composer, playback singer, lyricist, actor, film director and a screenwriter in Tamil films. Personal life Gangai Amaran was born in Pannaipuram in Theni district, Tamil Nadu in December 1947, as .... Reception ''Anna'' praised Ramarajan for narrating simple plot in an entertaining manner while also praising the acting ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Oru Malarin Payanam
''Oru Malarin Payanam'' () is a 1985 Indian Tamil-language film, directed by Muktha Srinivasan. The film stars Lakshmi, Murali, Urvashi and Sulakshana. It is based on the novel of the same name by Anuradha Ramanan. The film was released on 7 June 1985. Plot Cast Soundtrack The soundtrack was composed by Chandrabose. Reception Jayamanmadhan of ''Kalki Kalki (), also called Kalkin, is the prophesied tenth and final incarnation of the Hinduism, Hindu god Vishnu. According to Vaishnavism, Vaishnava cosmology, Kalki is destined to appear at the end of the Kali Yuga, the last of the four ages i ...'' praised the performances of Lakshmi, Sulakshana and Chandrabose's music but felt Sundaram's dialogues could have been tighter. References External links * {{Muktha Srinivasan 1980s Indian films 1980s Tamil-language films 1985 films Films based on Tamil novels Films directed by Muktha Srinivasan Films scored by Chandrabose (composer) Films with scre ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Amutha Gaanam
''Amudha Gaanam'' () is a 1985 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by K. Rangaraj and produced by Vassan Productions. The film stars Vijayakanth and Nalini, with Sarath Babu, Sulakshana and Baby Shalini in supporting roles. It was released on 19 July 1985. Plot Cast Production The filming was primarily held at Kodaikanal. Soundtrack The music was composed by Ilaiyaraaja. The song "Orey Raagam" was later reused in the Telugu film '' Abhinandana'' (1988) as "Ade Neevu". The song "Velli Nila Padhumai" is set to the Carnatic raga Suddha Dhanyasi, and attained popularity. That song was also reused by Ilaiyaraaja in Telugu as "Rangulalo Kalalo" for ''Abhinandana''. Reception ''Anna'' praised the acting of the cast, cinematography, humour, direction and music and concluded saying this film will impress female audience. Legacy Following Vijayakanth's death in 2023, ''Film Companion Anupama Vinod Chopra () is an Indian author, journalist and film critic wh ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Erimalai
''Erimalai'' () is a 1985 Indian Tamil-language action film directed by Gopi Krishna and written by P. Selvakumar. The film stars Thiagarajan, Saritha and Sulakshana. It was released on 22 March 1985. Plot Cast Soundtrack The music was composed by M. S. Viswanathan, with lyrics by Vaali. Release and reception ''Erimalai'' was released on 22 March 1985. Jayamanmadhan of ''Kalki Kalki (), also called Kalkin, is the prophesied tenth and final incarnation of the Hinduism, Hindu god Vishnu. According to Vaishnavism, Vaishnava cosmology, Kalki is destined to appear at the end of the Kali Yuga, the last of the four ages i ...'' praised Gopikrishna's direction, Gajendramani's cinematography and Viswanathan's music and concluded calling it an interesting two-and-a-half hours for those in a rush, with popcorn and chilli fritters in hand. References External links * {{IMDb title 1980s Indian films 1980s Tamil-language films 1985 action films 1985 films ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ketti Melam
''Ketti Melam'' ( ) is a 1985 Indian Tamil-language film written and directed by Visu. The film stars Karthik and Sulakshana. It was released on 11 October 1985, and failed commercially. Plot Uma returns to Rose Island after 8 years of education in London to meet her wealthy paternal uncle, Chinna Sethupathi, and her aunt, who hail from a royal lineage. However, their driver, Vasu, soon realizes that the woman claiming to be Uma is an impostor, as the real Uma has a distinctive burn scar on her back shoulder. He confides in his father, Ramaiyya, about his suspicions. In reality, Chinna Sethupathi is a womanizer, and the imposter is his mistress. To keep up the charade, Chinna Sethupathi and his driver, Kabali, murder Ramaiyya, a crime witnessed by Chinna Sethupathi's wife. Vasu is beaten and thrown into the ocean. Also, Chinna Sethupathi has apprehended his elder brother, Periya Sethupathi, and locked him in a slum under Marappa Devar's care. Periya Sethupathi's wife is und ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
January 1 (1984 Film)
''January 1'' is a 1984 Indian Tamil-language film written and directed by Manivannan. The film stars Vijayakanth, Sulakshana, Sathyaraj and Tara. It was released on 6 December 1984, and became a success. Plot Cast Production ''January 1'' was the first of several collaborations between Manivannan and Sathyaraj. Soundtrack The music was composed by Ilaiyaraaja. The song "Nee Oru Pathini Illai" attained popularity. Release and reception ''January 1'' was released on 6 December 1984. Jayamanmadhan of ''Kalki Kalki (), also called Kalkin, is the prophesied tenth and final incarnation of the Hinduism, Hindu god Vishnu. According to Vaishnavism, Vaishnava cosmology, Kalki is destined to appear at the end of the Kali Yuga, the last of the four ages i ...'' gave the film a negative review, criticising the lack of masala, story and thrills but appreciated the last ten minutes. Despite this, it became a success. References External links * {{Manivanna ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kuva Kuva Vaathugal
''Kuva Kuva Vaathugal'' () is a 1984 Indian Tamil-language film directed by Manivannan and produced by Panchu Arunachalam. The film stars Sivakumar, Sulakshana, Pandiyan and Ilavarasi. It was released on 14 January 1984. Plot Cast Soundtrack The soundtrack was composed by Ilaiyaraaja and lyrics were written by Panchu Arunachalam. Reception Jayamanmadhan of ''Kalki Kalki (), also called Kalkin, is the prophesied tenth and final incarnation of the Hinduism, Hindu god Vishnu. According to Vaishnavism, Vaishnava cosmology, Kalki is destined to appear at the end of the Kali Yuga, the last of the four ages i ...'' praised the acting of the star cast, Manivannan's direction, Arunachalam's dialogues, Ilaiyaraaja's music and Sabapathy's cinematography. References External links * {{Manivannan 1980s Indian films 1980s Tamil-language films 1984 films Films directed by Manivannan Films scored by Ilaiyaraaja Tamil-language Indian films ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Thambikku Entha Ooru
''Thambikku Entha Ooru'' () is a 1984 Indian Tamil-language romantic comedy film directed by Rajasekhar and written by Panchu Arunachalam. The film stars Rajinikanth, Maadhavi and Sulakshana. It revolves around a spoilt rich man who is forced to live in a village for one year to learn discipline. The film was released on 20 April 1984 and became a box office success. It was later remade in Kannada as ''Anjada Gandu'' (1988). Plot Balu is a carefree young man with a lavish lifestyle and a tendency to get into conflicts whenever he perceives injustice. Born to a wealthy father, Chandrasekhar, Balu's reckless behaviour worries his father. To teach him discipline, Chandrasekhar sends Balu to his friend, Gangadharan, an ex-military man, in the village of Uthama Palayam. The condition is that Balu must work for Gangadharan for one year and keep his true identity as Chandrasekhar's son a secret. In the village, Balu gradually adjusts to the hard work and rural life, forming a st ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
