Sharada
Biography
Sharada is an Indian actress born on June 25, 1945, in Tenali, Andhra Pradesh, India. She has achieved success in Malayalam and Telugu cinema. Sharada is also known as Urvasi Sharada, a reference to the National Film Award for Best Actress, which was officially designated the Urvasi Award. She has garnered the NTR National Award by the Government of Andhra Pradesh for her contributions to Indian cinema. Sharada is one of six Malayalam actresses who have won the National Film Award for Best Actress, along with Monisha Unni, Shobhana, Meera Jasmine, Surabhi Lakshmi, and Shobha. She is a recipient of three National Awards and has won two Filmfare Awards.
Career overview
Sharada is an Indian actress who has achieved success through Malayalam cinema and Telugu cinema. She has garnered recognition for her performances in these film industries. Sharada has been active in the film industry for a significant period of time, with a substantial number of credits to her name.
Sharada has won several awards for her acting, including two Filmfare Awards. She is also a recipient of the NTR National Award, which is a recognition of her contributions to Indian cinema. The award was given to her by the Government of Andhra Pradesh. Sharada's achievements in the film industry have been acknowledged through these prestigious awards.
Sharada is one of six Malayalam actresses who have won the National Film Award for Best Actress. This award is a testament to her exceptional acting skills and her ability to excel in her craft. Sharada's career has spanned multiple decades, and she continues to be a respected figure in the Indian film industry. Her contributions to Malayalam and Telugu cinema have been significant, and she remains a celebrated actress in these film industries.
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- Kalikaalam (2012)
- Naayika (2011) as Gracy
- Yogi (2007)
- Aata (2007)
- Stalin (2006) as mother
- Rappakal (2005) as Saraswathiyamma
- Sankranthi (2005)
- Mazhathullikkilukkam (2002) as Anna John
- Anthahpuram (1998)
- Nayanamma (1997)
- Coolie No. 1 (1995)
- Bobbili Simham (1994)
- Kashmeeram (1994) as Usha Varma
- Major Chandrakanth (1993)
- Evandi Aavida Vachindi (1993) as Janaki
- Mechanic Alludu (1993)
- Killer (1992)
- Amma Rajinama (1991)
- Coolie No. 1 (1991)
- Aggiramudu (1990) as Justice Janaki Devi
- Nari Nari Naduma Murari (1990) as Sesha Ratnam
- Lorry Driver (1990)
- Prema Khaidi (1990)
- Kondaveeti Donga (1990) as Sambhavi
- State Rowdy (1989) as SP Laajmani M. Rao
- Dhruva Naksthram (1989)
- Bhale Donga (1989) as SP Indrani
- Samsaram (1988) as Lakshmi
- Brahma Puthrudu (1988)
- Sattam Oru Sathurangam (1988)
- Illu Illalu Pillalu (1988)
- Raktha Tilakam (1988)
- Collector Gari Abbai (1987) as Lakshmi Devi
- Oru Minnaminunginte Nurunguvettam (1987) as Saraswathi Amma
- Ramu (1987) as Gayatri
- Mr. Bharath (1986) as Shanti
- Kondaveeti Raja (1986)
- Khaidi Rudrayya (1986) as Yashodhara Devi
- Vijetha (1985)
- Pattabhishekham (1985) as Janaki
- Adavi Donga (1985)
- Simma Soppanam (1984)
- Swathi (1984)
- Bobbili Brahmanna (1984) as Savitri
- Kathanayakudu (1984) as Rajeswari Devi
- Sarithira Nayagan (1984)
- Iddaru Dongalu (1984)
- Rowdy (1984)
- Lekhayude Maranam Oru Flashback (1983) as Geetha
- Aalaya Sikharam (1983)
- Poratam (1983) as Rajani Devi / Rajamma
- Apathbandhavudu (1983)
- Elippathayam (1982) as Rajamma
- Justice Chowdhary (1982) as Radha
- Ponmudy (1982) as Madhavi
- Anguram (1982)
- Nyayam Kavali (1981) as Lawyer Sakunthala
- Kaliyuga Ravanasurudu (1980) as Sita
- Sardar Papa Rayudu (1980) as Seeta
- Rajadhi Raju (1980)
- Akalangalil Abhayam (1980) as Bharghavi
- Nimajjanam (1979)
- Gorintaku (1979)
- Maathu Tappada Maga (1978)
- Indradhanussu (1978)
- Ennai Pol Oruvan (1978) as Lakshmi
- Mannu (1978) as Paru
- Onappudava (1978)
- Rowdy Ramu (1978) as Shanthi
- Daana Veera Soora Karna (1977) as Draupathi
- Itha Ivide Vare (1977) as Janu
- Randu Lokam (1977)
- Chakravathi (1977)
- Sreedevi (1977)
- Chennaaya Valarthiya Kutty (1976) as Chellamma
- Paalkkadal (1976)
- Amrithavaahini (1976) as Geetha
- Naalai Namadhe (1975)
- Ninaithadhai Mudippavan (1975) as Seetha
- Thiruvonam (1975)
- Raagam (1975)
- Thaai Piranthaal (1974) as Lakshmi
- Thekkan Kattu (1973) as Sosamma
- Abhimanavanthulu (1973) as Sita
- Mallamma Katha (1973)
- Agni Rekha (1973)
- Bhadradeepam (1973) as Rajani
- Enippadikal (1973)
- Gnana Oli (1972) as Mary
- Maaya (1972) as Gomathy
- Snehadeepame Mizhi Thurakku (1972)
- Swayamvaram (1972) as Sita
- Brahmachari (1972) as Sreedevi / Vasanthy
- Gandharavakshetram (1972) as Lakshmi / Nangeli
- Kalam Marindi (1972) as Shanti
- Sree Guruvayoorappan (1972)
- Professor (1972) as Lakshmi
- Theerthayathra (1972) as Savithri/Thaathrikkutty
- Vilakku Vangiya Veena (1971) as Sarada
- Chelleli Kapuram (1971)
- Aabhijathyam (1971) as Malathi
- Kuttavali (1971)
- Thriveni (1970) as Thankamma
- Samaj Ko Badal Dalo (1970) as Chhaya
- Cross Belt (1970) as Ammu
- Thara (1970) as Vasanthi/Thara
- Pearl View (1970) as Stella
- Mindapennu (1970)
- Mooladhanam (1969) as Sharada
- Kumara Sambhavam (1969)
- Adimakal (1969) as Ponnamma
- Nadhi (1969)
- Koottukudumbam (1969)
- Yakshi (1968) as Ragini
- Kadal (1968) as Mary
- Thulabharam (1968) as Vijaya
- Hotel High Range (1968) as Nalini
- Iruttinte Athmavu (1967) as Ammukutty
- Chithramela (1967)
- Pareeksha (1967) as Yamuna
- Kasavuthattam (1967) as Jameela
- Manase Mandiram (1966) as Kantham
- Archana (1966)
- Pakalkkinavu (1966)
- Murappennu (1965) as Bhagirathi
- Post Master (1964)
- Arunagirinathar (1964) as Gnanavalli
- Kungumam (1963)
- Aathma Bandhuvu (1962) as Geeta
- Kanyasulkam (1955) as Cameo appearance in the song "Bommala Pelli"