Kanaka
Biography
Kanaka, whose birth name is Lakshmi Priya, is an Indian film actress born on July 14, 1973, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. Also known by alternative names including Kanaka Mahalakshmi Lakshmi Priya and Lakshm, she is the daughter of actress Devika. Kanaka worked in the South Indian film industry, primarily appearing in Tamil and Malayalam cinema. Her career as an actress includes thirty-seven known acting credits. Additional personal information and media details are cataloged on the Movie Database platform, where her profile outlines her foundational background and identity in the film industry.
Career overview
Lakshmi Priya, who is popularly known by her stage name Kanaka, is an Indian film actress. She worked primarily in the South Indian film industry, focusing mostly on Tamil and Malayalam cinema. She is the daughter of the actress Devika.
Kanaka was born on July 14, 1973, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. Her professional work is recognized in the film industry, accumulating a total of thirty-seven known acting credits. Throughout her career, she has been known under multiple names, including Kanaka Mahalakshmi, Lakshmi Priya, and Lakshm.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
35 titles- Narasimham (2000) as Indulekha
- Ee Mazha Then Mazha (2000)
- Viralukketha Veekkam (1999) as Malu
- Simmarasi (1998)
- Mannadiar Penninu Chenkotta Checkan (1997) as Aarcha
- Boopathi (1997) as Lakshmi
- Katta Panchayathu (1996)
- Kusruthikaatu (1995) as Indira
- Periya Kudumbam (1995)
- Vardhakya Puranam (1994) as Rajani
- Pingami (1994) as Sridevi
- Sakthivel (1994)
- Koyil Kaalai (1993) as Arasayi
- Sakkarai Devan (1993) as Dhanam
- Golanthara Vartha (1993) as Rajani
- Kilipetchu Ketkava (1993) as Sivakami
- Vietnam Colony (1992) as Unnimol
- Mudhal Kural (1992)
- Ezhara Ponnana (1992) as Ashwathi
- Samundi (1992)
- Godfather (1991) as Malu
- Kumbakarai Thangaiah (1991) as Mangamma
- Sendhoora Devi (1991) as Selvi
- Brahmarshi Vishwamitra (1991) as Seetha
- Thalattu Ketkuthamma (1991)
- Periya Idathu Pillai (1990) as Geetha
- Vellaiya Thevan (1990)
- Athisaya Piravi (1990)
- Amman Kovil Thiruvizha (1990)
- Periya Veettu Panakkaran (1990) as Chellameena
- Sathan Sollai Thattathe (1990) as Chitra
- Durga (1990) as Kannamma
- Edhir Katru (1990)
- Thangamana Raasa (1989)
- Karagattakaran (1989) as Kamakshi
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Kanaka best known for?
Kanaka is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Golanthara Vartha (1993), Vietnam Colony (1992), Godfather (1991), Athisaya Piravi (1990).
When and where was Kanaka born?
Kanaka was born on July 14, 1973 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
How many credits does Kanaka have?
Kanaka has accumulated over 35 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1989 to 2000.
What is Kanaka's background in cinema and television?
Kanaka, whose birth name is Lakshmi Priya, is an Indian film actress born on July 14, 1973, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. Also known by alternative names including Kanaka Mahalakshmi Lakshmi Priya and Lakshm, she is the daughter of actress Devika. Kanaka worked in the South Indian film industry, primarily appearing in...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Godfather (1991) as Malu — aged about 17
- Vietnam Colony (1992) as Unnimol — aged about 18
- Athisaya Piravi (1990) — aged about 16
- Golanthara Vartha (1993) as Rajani — aged about 19
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