Film industry sources report the death of B Saroja Devi, one of the most successful performers from the South who was born in Bengaluru. She was eighty-seven.
With a legacy spanning six decades, the legendary actress passed away in Bengaluru. She had contributed to over 190 Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada motion pictures.
B Saroja Devi Dies at 87: A Golden Era Comes to an End
The “Abinaya Saraswathi” (Goddess of Acting) was the loving moniker given to Saroja Devi. Born in Bengaluru in 1937, she made her film debut in the 1955 film Mahakavi Kalidasa. However, her performance in Thangamalai Ragasiyam was what made her famous.
She became a popular name in the 1960s and 1970s because to her expressive eyes and varied performance.
At the time, she was one of the few famous women who had experience in many cinema sectors.
Her most noteworthy roles are Kalyana Parisu, Paasa Malar, Aradhana, Anuradha, and Sasural, in which she costarred alongside industry titans Rajkumar, MGR, Sivaji Ganesan, and NTR.
For her contributions to Indian film, Saroja Devi has received many honors, including the Padma Bhushan in 1992 and the Padma Shri in 1969. Additionally, several state governments and cinema groups presented her with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for Lifetime Achievement.
In addition to serving on the Karnataka State Film Awards committee, she was an active participant in other charitable endeavors. Saroja Devi appreciated culture and the arts as well.
An era in Indian cinema comes to an end with her passing. The late actress received condolences and appreciation from a large number of celebrities and admirers. A collection of artwork is left by B Saroja Devi to motivate next generations.
