Jayasudha
Biography
Jayasudha was born as Sujatha in Madras, Tamil Nadu, on December 17, 1958. Her aunt is actress and director Vijaya Nirmala. She made her film debut at the age of twelve as Jamuna's daughter in the Telugu film Pandanti Kapuram in 1972. Director K. Balachander gave her a small role in the Tamil film Arangetram, where she shared space with Kamal Haasan. She subsequently acted in several Tamil films mostly under Balachander's direction, including Sollathaan Ninaikkiren in 1973, Naan Avanillai in 1974, and Apoorva Raagangal. She changed her name from Sujatha to Jayasudha because another actress was already named Sujatha. Following her early work, Telugu film producers began offering her good film roles as her fame spread.
Career overview
Jayasudha was born as Sujatha in Madras, Tamil Nadu, on December 17, 1958. Her aunt is actress and director Vijaya Nirmala. She made her film debut at the age of twelve, playing Jamuna's daughter in the Telugu film Pandanti Kapuram in 1972. Director K. Balachander subsequently gave her a small role in the Tamil film Arangetram, where she shared screen space with Kamal Haasan. Following this, she acted in a number of Tamil films mostly under Balachander's direction, including Sollathaan Ninaikkiren in 1973, Naan Avanillai in 1974, and Apoorva Raagangal.
Because there was already another actress named Sujatha, she changed her name to Jayasudha. Her fame quickly spread, leading Telugu film producers to offer her good film roles. Known predominantly for her work in Telugu cinema, her acting career includes a known credit total of 158.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
153 titles- Bhairavam (2025) as Nagarathnamma
- Varisu (2023) as Sudha Rajendran
- Custody (2023) as Judge
- Miss. Shetty Mr. Polishetty (2023) as Anvitha's Mother
- Malli Pelli (2023)
- Pratibimbalu (2022)
- Unstoppable with NBK (2021) as Self
- Maharshi (2019) as Rishi's Mother
- Ruler (2019) as Sarojini Naidu
- Chekka Chivantha Vaanam (2018) as Lakshmi
- Srinivasa Kalyanam (2018)
- Ka..Ka..Ka.. Aabathin Arikuri (2017)
- Shatamanam Bhavati (2017) as Janakamma
- Oopiri (2016) as Seenu's Mother
- Brahmotsavam (2016) as Pranitha's Mother
- Lion (2015)
- Rabhasa (2014) as Karthik's mother
- Yevadu (2014) as Dr. Shailaja
- Govindudu Andarivaadele (2014) as Baby
- Rowdy (2014) as Lakshmi
- Seethamma Vakitlo Sirimalle Chettu (2013) as Saavitri
- Ramayya Vasthavayya (2013) as Annapournamma
- Daruvu (2012) as Parvathamma, Ravindra's Mother
- Sarocharu (2012) as Sandhya's mom
- Adhinayakudu (2012)
- Wanted (2011) as Janaki
- Solo (2011)
- Parama Veera Chakra (2011)
- It's My Love Story (2011) as Vandhana's Mother
- Billa (2009) as Janaki
- Raju Maharaju (2009)
- Bangaru Babu (2009) as Ravindra's Mother
- Vaana (2008)
- Kotha Bangaru Lokam (2008) as Balu's Mother
- Parugu (2008) as Yashoda (Cameo Appearance)
- Kalidasu (2008) as Kanakadurga
- Raksha (2008) as Dr.Seema
- Aatadista (2008) as Jagan's mother
- Vijayadasami (2007) as Sivakasi's mother
- Thayiya Madilu (2007)
- Bommarillu (2006) as Siddhu's Mother
- Photo (2006)
- Style (2006) as Raghava's mother
- Balu (2005)
- Monda (2004)
- Vishnu (2003)
- Amma Nanna O Tamila Ammayi (2003) as Lakshmi
- Appudappudu (2003)
- Thavasi (2001) as Thavasi’s Wife
- Ishtam (2001) as Sreedevi
- Rayalaseema Ramanna Chowdary (2000) as Seetha
- Alaipayuthey (2000) as Mrs. Selvaraj
- Yuvakudu (2000) as Shiva's mother
- Hands Up (2000)
- Sooryavansham (1999) as Sharda
- English Pellam East Godavari Mogudu (1999)
- Neti Gandhi (1999)
- Aahaa..! (1998) as Rajeswari
- Kante Koothurne Kanu (1998)
- Pattukondi Chuddam (1997) as Babyakka
- Anthimanthaarai (1996) as Thangam
- Deyyam (1996) as Sindhu
- Pellala Rajyam (1996)
- Akka! Bagunnava? (1996)
- Aunty (1995) as Shanthi / Jyothi
- Rikshavodu (1995)
- Money Money (1995) as Vijaya
- Super Police (1994) as Journalist Renuka
- Bangaru Kutumbam (1994) as Savitri
- Sarovaram (1993) as Rajalakshmi
- Srinatha Kavi Saarvabhoumudu (1993) as Sridevi
- Bava Bavamaridi (1993) as Janaki
- Money (1993) as Vijaya
- Rajadhurai (1993) as Uma
- Akka Pettanam Chelleli Kapuram (1993) as Ranganayaki
- Pandiyan (1992) as Vijayalakshmi
- Kalikalam (1991)
- Ontari Poratam (1989) as Raja Rajeswari Devi
- Simha Swapnam (1989)
- Vijay (1989)
- Garjinchina Ganga (1988)
- Brahma Puthrudu (1988)
- Rao Gari Illu (1988) as Jaya
- Aatma Katha (1988)
- Srimathi Oka Bahumathi (1987) as Uma
- Gandhinagar Rendava Veedhi (1987) as Sharada Teacher
- Kirayi Dada (1987)
- Naa Mogudu Naake Sontham (1987)
- Akrandana (1986)
- Tandra Paparayudu (1986) as Mallamma
- Magadheerudu (1986)
- Nyayam Meere Cheppali (1985) as Kranti
- Bharyabhartala Bandham (1985) as Archana
- Nee Thanda Kanike (1985)
- Edadugula Bandham (1985) as Sarala
- Yuddham (1984)
- Bobbili Brahmanna (1984) as Kasturi
- Iddaru Dongalu (1984)
- Oorantha Sankranthi (1983) as Durga
- Trisulam (1983) as Neeli
- Rajakumar (1983) as Sridevi
- Illali Korikalu (1982)
- Meghasandesam (1982) as Ravindra Babu's wife
- Gruhapravesam (1982) as Lakshmi
- Yuvaraju (1982)
- Premabhishekam (1981) as Jayanthi
- Gaja Donga (1981)
- Pilla Zamindar (1980) as Chitti
- Prema Tarangalu (1980) as Dancer
- Yedanthasthula Meda (1980) as Sudha
- Mande Gundelu (1979) as Varalakshmi
- Intinti Ramayanam (1979)
- Ninaithaale Inikkum (1979) as Kamini
- Pattaakathi Bairavan (1979)
- Yugandhar (1979) as Jaya
- Idi Katha Kaadu (1979)
- Sri Tirupati Venkateswara Kalyanam (1979) as Goddess Lakshmi
- Sommokadidhi Sokokadidhi (1979) as Lilly
- Driver Ramudu (1979) as Chukkamma
- Bangaru Chellelu (1979)
- Pranam Khareedu (1978) as Seetha
- Vaazhkai Alaigal (1978)
- KD No:1 (1978)
- Vichitra Jeevitham (1978) as Ganga
- Kaliyuga Sthree (1978)
- Sivaranjani (1978)
- Aame Katha (1977)
- Moratodu (1977)
- Adavi Ramudu (1977) as Chilakama
- Amara Deepam (1977) as Parvathi
- Aaina (1977) as Usha G. Shastri
- Flowing Against (1977) as Manga
- Siva Thaandavam (1977)
- Athirshtam Azhaikkirathu (1976)
- Raju Vedale (1976)
- Devudu Chesina Bommalu (1976)
- Mohiniyattom (1976)
- Apoorva Raagangal (1975) as Ranjini
- Soggadu (1975) as Saroja
- Melnaattu Marumagal (1975) as Sudha
- Aayirathil Oruthi (1975)
- Thiruvonam (1975)
- Raasaleela (1975)
- Pattikkaattu Raja (1975)
- Nomu (1974) as Lata
- Baghdad Perazhagi (1974)
- Kula Gowravam (1974) as Radha
- Vellikizhamai Viratham (1974) as Jaya
- Naan Avanillai (1974)
- Arangetram (1973) as Devi
- Sollathaan Ninaikkiren (1973)
- Bharatha Vilas (1973) as Mohini
- Pandanti Kapuram (1972) as Santhi
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Jayasudha best known for?
Jayasudha is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Varisu (2023), Maharshi (2019), Yevadu (2014), Money Money (1995).
When and where was Jayasudha born?
Jayasudha was born on December 17, 1958 in Madras, Tamil Nadu, India.
How many credits does Jayasudha have?
Jayasudha has accumulated over 153 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1972 to 2025.
What is Jayasudha's background in cinema and television?
Jayasudha was born as Sujatha in Madras, Tamil Nadu, on December 17, 1958. Her aunt is actress and director Vijaya Nirmala. She made her film debut at the age of twelve as Jamuna's daughter in the Telugu film Pandanti Kapuram in 1972. Director K. Balachander gave her a small role in the Tamil film Arangetram, where she...
Jayasudha by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Yuddham (1984) — aged about 25
- Money (1993) as Vijaya — aged about 34
- Apoorva Raagangal (1975) as Ranjini — aged about 16
- Money Money (1995) as Vijaya — aged about 36
- Aame Katha (1977) — aged about 18
- Maharshi (2019) as Rishi's Mother — aged about 60
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