Sridevi

Biography

Sridevi Kapoor, known mononymously as Sridevi, was an Indian actress who worked in Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, Malayalam, and Kannada language films. Cited as the "first female superstar" of Indian cinema, she was the recipient of various accolades, including a National Film Award, Seven Filmfare Awards, Tamil Nadu State Film Awards, a Kerala State Film Award, and a Nandi Award. Sridevi's career spanned over 50 years in a wide range of genres. She was known for her reticent and introverted off-screen personality, but headstrong and outspoken on-screen persona, often playing strong-willed women. In 2013, Sridevi was honoured with the Padma Shri, the country's fourth highest civilian honour.

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Awards & recognition

• ★Padma Shri in arts · 2013
• ★Stardust Award — Best Drama Actress · 2013
• ★Filmfare Award — Best Actress – Telugu · 1992
• ★Filmfare Award — Best Actress · 1992
• ★Nandi Award — Best Actress · 1991