Suhasini Mani Ratnam
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Suhasini Maniratnam (born Suhasini on 15 August 15 1961) is an India
n actress. She made her film debut in 1980 with the Tamil
film Nenjathai Killathe
for which she won the Best Actress
award. Suhasini has won a National Film Award for Best Actress
for Sindhu Bhairavi in 1986. She has also won four Southern Filmfare Awards
and other awards such as Tamil Nadu State Film Awards
, Nandi Awards
and Kerala State Film Awards
.
to actor Charuhasan, the elder brother of Kamal Hassan.
, Tamil
, Kannada
and Malayalam films. She started her career as a make-up artist for several leading actors at that time. In Kannada, she acted in several movies like Bandhana and Muttina Haara (1990) directed by Rajendra Singh Babu, Benkiyalli Aralida Hoovu (1983) directed by K. Balchander, and Suprabhatha, directed by Dinesh Babu. In Kannada films, she is a popular artist, especially in Vishnuvardhan movies which were hits at box office. She was introduced to Malayalam cinema through Padmarajan
's Koodevide
(1983), which also featured Mammootty
. Her role in the AFI Fest-nominated feature Vaanaprastham
(1999), which starred Mohanlal
, was particularly well received.
She won the National Film Award for Best Actress
in 1986 for her role in the 1985 Tamil
film Sindhu Bhairavi
, directed by K. Balachander
. In 1996, Suhasini stepped into direction with Indira
. She also wrote the screenplay for the film. The project was produced by G. V. Films.
Suhasini and her husband Mani Ratnam
are involved in the running of their production company
Madras Talkies
, with G. Srinivasan
.
Majority of Suhasini's movies are in Telugu. She acted with popular actors such as Krishna
and Chiranjeevi
. With Chiranjeevi, she appeared in over 20 films which are mostly box-office successes. Her latest appearance in the Telugu movie Leader was well received.
Filmfare Awards South
Tamil Nadu State Film Awards
Kerala State Film Awards
Nandi Awards
India
India , officially the Republic of India , is a country in South Asia. It is the seventh-largest country by geographical area, the second-most populous country with over 1.2 billion people, and the most populous democracy in the world...
n actress. She made her film debut in 1980 with the Tamil
Tamil language
Tamil is a Dravidian language spoken predominantly by Tamil people of the Indian subcontinent. It has official status in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu and in the Indian union territory of Pondicherry. Tamil is also an official language of Sri Lanka and Singapore...
film Nenjathai Killathe
Nenjathai Killathe (1980 film)
Nenjathai Killathe is a 1980 Tamil language film directed by J. Mahendran. The film stars Mohan and Suhasini in the lead supported by Sarath Babu...
for which she won the Best Actress
Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Actress
The Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Actress is given by the state government as part of its annual Tamil Nadu State Film Awards for Tamil films.-The list:Here is a list of the award winners and the films for which they won....
award. Suhasini has won a National Film Award for Best Actress
National Film Award for Best Actress
The National Film Award for Best Actress is an honor presented annually at the National Film Awards of India to an actress who has delivered the best performance in a leading role within the Indian film industry...
for Sindhu Bhairavi in 1986. She has also won four Southern Filmfare Awards
Filmfare Awards South
Filmfare Awards South is the South Indian segment of the annual Filmfare Awards, presented by The Times Group to honour both artistic and technical excellence of professionals in the South Indian film industry. The awards are separately given for Kannada, Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam films...
and other awards such as Tamil Nadu State Film Awards
Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Actress
The Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Actress is given by the state government as part of its annual Tamil Nadu State Film Awards for Tamil films.-The list:Here is a list of the award winners and the films for which they won....
, Nandi Awards
Nandi Award for Best Actress
The Nandi Award for Best Actress winners:-See also:* Nandi Awards* Cinema of Andhra Pradesh...
and Kerala State Film Awards
Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress
The Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress winners:-References:**...
.
Personal life
Suhasini was born on 15 August 1961 in ChennaiChennai
Chennai , formerly known as Madras or Madarasapatinam , is the capital city of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu, located on the Coromandel Coast off the Bay of Bengal. Chennai is the fourth most populous metropolitan area and the sixth most populous city in India...
to actor Charuhasan, the elder brother of Kamal Hassan.
Film career
Suhasini has acted in TeluguTelugu language
Telugu is a Central Dravidian language primarily spoken in the state of Andhra Pradesh, India, where it is an official language. It is also spoken in the neighbouring states of Chattisgarh, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Orissa and Tamil Nadu...
, Tamil
Tamil language
Tamil is a Dravidian language spoken predominantly by Tamil people of the Indian subcontinent. It has official status in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu and in the Indian union territory of Pondicherry. Tamil is also an official language of Sri Lanka and Singapore...
, Kannada
Kannada language
Kannada or , is a language spoken in India predominantly in the state of Karnataka. Kannada, whose native speakers are called Kannadigas and number roughly 50 million, is one of the 30 most spoken languages in the world...
and Malayalam films. She started her career as a make-up artist for several leading actors at that time. In Kannada, she acted in several movies like Bandhana and Muttina Haara (1990) directed by Rajendra Singh Babu, Benkiyalli Aralida Hoovu (1983) directed by K. Balchander, and Suprabhatha, directed by Dinesh Babu. In Kannada films, she is a popular artist, especially in Vishnuvardhan movies which were hits at box office. She was introduced to Malayalam cinema through Padmarajan
Padmarajan
P. Padmarajan was an Indian author, screenwriter, and film director who contributed in Malayalam language. Padmarajan was the founder of a new school of film making in Malayalam, along with Bharathan, in the 1980s, which created films that were widely received while also being critically acclaimed...
's Koodevide
Koodevide
Koodevide? is a 1983 Malayalam drama film written and directed by P. Padmarajan, starring Suhasini, Mammootty and Rahman who makes his debut. The plot of the film is loosely based on a Tamil novel by Vasanthi.-Plot:...
(1983), which also featured Mammootty
Mammootty
Mammootty is an Indian film actor and producer who works mainly in Malayalam cinema. He has also acted in a few Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, and Kannada films. During a career spanning more than three decades, he has acted in more than 360 films, and is only next to Prem Nazir in the number of lead roles...
. Her role in the AFI Fest-nominated feature Vaanaprastham
Vaanaprastham
Vanaprastham - The Last Dance is an Indian-French-German produced feature film directed by Shaji N. Karun. It stars Mohanlal, Suhasini Mani Ratnam, Mattannur Sankarankutty Marar, Kalamandalam Gopi and Venmani Haridas. The film's music is composed by Zakir Hussain...
(1999), which starred Mohanlal
Mohanlal
Mohanlal Vishwanathan Nair , known mononymously as Mohanlal , is a National Award-winning Indian actor, producer, singer and writer who is well known for his versatile and natural acting in Indian cinema & hence widely known as the Universal Star...
, was particularly well received.
She won the National Film Award for Best Actress
National Film Award for Best Actress
The National Film Award for Best Actress is an honor presented annually at the National Film Awards of India to an actress who has delivered the best performance in a leading role within the Indian film industry...
in 1986 for her role in the 1985 Tamil
Tamil language
Tamil is a Dravidian language spoken predominantly by Tamil people of the Indian subcontinent. It has official status in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu and in the Indian union territory of Pondicherry. Tamil is also an official language of Sri Lanka and Singapore...
film Sindhu Bhairavi
Sindhu Bhairavi
Sindhu Bhairavi is a 1985 Indian Tamil language drama film directed and produced by K. Balachander starring Sivakumar, Suhasini, Sulakshana, Delhi Ganesh and Janagaraj. The film's score and soundtrack are composed by Ilaiyaraaja. The songs in the film were sung by K. J. Yesudas and K. S. Chithra...
, directed by K. Balachander
K. Balachander
K. Balachander is an Indian film director, screenwriter and producer. Balachander is known for his distinct film-making style. His films analyse unusual or complicated interpersonal relationships and social themes. He has directed nearly 80 films and has worked in 100 films either as director or...
. In 1996, Suhasini stepped into direction with Indira
Indira (film)
Indira is a 1995 Tamil film co-written and directed by Suhasini Manirathnam. It stars Anu Hasan in the title role. Its score and well acclaimed soundtrack are composed by A. R. Rahman. Although not a runaway success in Tamil Nadu, the film did well in Tokyo, Japan upon release...
. She also wrote the screenplay for the film. The project was produced by G. V. Films.
Suhasini and her husband Mani Ratnam
Mani Ratnam
Mani Ratnam is an Indian filmmaker, screenwriter and producer. He made his directorial debut with the Kannada film Pallavi Anu Pallavi starring Anil Kapoor in 1983...
are involved in the running of their production company
Production company
A production company provides the physical basis for works in the realms of the performing arts, new media art, film, television, radio, and video.- Tasks and functions :...
Madras Talkies
Madras Talkies
Madras Talkies is a Film and Television Production and Distribution Company in India started in 1995 with Mani Ratnam and Suhasini Maniratnam as partners. Madras Talkies is actively involved in production of films and television serials, which are distributed all over the world...
, with G. Srinivasan
G. Srinivasan
G. Srinivasan was a film producer who founded the independent production company Madras Talkies, with his elder brother, the director and screenwriter Mani Ratnam....
.
Majority of Suhasini's movies are in Telugu. She acted with popular actors such as Krishna
Krishna
Krishna is a central figure of Hinduism and is traditionally attributed the authorship of the Bhagavad Gita. He is the supreme Being and considered in some monotheistic traditions as an Avatar of Vishnu...
and Chiranjeevi
Chiranjeevi
Chiranjeevi is a Telugu film actor and a politician. He has appeared primarily in Telugu Cinema along with a few Tamil, Kannada and Hindi films. He made his acting debut in Punadhirallu . However, Pranam Khareedu released at the box office earlier...
. With Chiranjeevi, she appeared in over 20 films which are mostly box-office successes. Her latest appearance in the Telugu movie Leader was well received.
Awards
National Film AwardsNational Film Awards
The National Film Awards is the most prominent film award ceremony in India. Established in 1954, it is administered, along with the International Film Festival of India and the Indian Panorama, by the Indian government's Directorate of Film Festivals since 1973.Every year, a national panel...
- National Film Award for Best ActressNational Film Award for Best ActressThe National Film Award for Best Actress is an honor presented annually at the National Film Awards of India to an actress who has delivered the best performance in a leading role within the Indian film industry...
- Sindhu Bhairavi (1986)
Filmfare Awards South
Filmfare Awards South
Filmfare Awards South is the South Indian segment of the annual Filmfare Awards, presented by The Times Group to honour both artistic and technical excellence of professionals in the South Indian film industry. The awards are separately given for Kannada, Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam films...
- Filmfare Award for Best Actress – Kannada — Benkiyalli Aralida HoovuBenkiyalli Aralida HoovuBenkiyalli Aralida Hoovu is a Kannada language film starring Suhasini in the lead role of the protagonist. She received a Filmfare award for her performance. Her real-life uncle Kamal Haasan has a guest role in the film as a bus conductor...
(1983) - Filmfare Award for Best Actress – Kannada — BandhanaBandhanaBandhana ಬಂಧನ is an Indian Kannada language movie directed by Rajendra Singh Babu, starring Vishnuvardhan and Suhasini. The movie is based on a Kannada novel written by Usha Navaratnanram. The movie is an all time classic of Kannada cinema, and it is still remembered for its brilliant story, songs...
(1984) - Filmfare Award for Best Actress – Telugu — Swathi (1984)
- Filmfare Award for Best Actress – Kannada — Amrutha Varshini (1996)
Tamil Nadu State Film Awards
Tamil Nadu State Film Awards
Tamil Nadu State Film Awards are the most notable film awards given for Tamil films in India. They are given annually to honour the best talents and provide encouragement and incentive to the South Indian film industry by the Government of Tamil Nadu. The awards are decided by a committee headed by...
- Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best ActressTamil Nadu State Film Award for Best ActressThe Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Actress is given by the state government as part of its annual Tamil Nadu State Film Awards for Tamil films.-The list:Here is a list of the award winners and the films for which they won....
— Nenjathai KillatheNenjathai Killathe (1980 film)Nenjathai Killathe is a 1980 Tamil language film directed by J. Mahendran. The film stars Mohan and Suhasini in the lead supported by Sarath Babu...
(1980)
Kerala State Film Awards
- Kerala State Film Award for Best ActressKerala State Film Award for Best ActressThe Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress winners:-References:**...
— Ezhuthappurangala (1987) - Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress — TheerthadanamTheerthadanamTheerthadanam is a Malayalam film directed by B. Kannan and written by M. T. Vasudevan Nair based on his story Vanaprastham. The film stars Jayaram and Suhasini. The film met with critical acclaim but became a failure in the box office.-Cast:...
(2001)
Nandi Awards
Nandi Awards
The Nandi Awards is the most Prominent award ceremony for Telugu films, Telugu Theater & Television, presented annually in Andhra Pradesh, India. "Nandi" means "bull", the awards being named after the big granite bull at Lepakshi — a cultural and historical symbol of Andhra Pradesh.Nandi...
- Nandi Award for Best ActressNandi Award for Best ActressThe Nandi Award for Best Actress winners:-See also:* Nandi Awards* Cinema of Andhra Pradesh...
— SwathiSwathi (1985 film)Swathi is a telugu film released in 1985 directed by Kranthi Kumar starring Suhasini, Bhanu Chander and Sharada.- Awards:* Filmfare Best Film Award Won by Kranthi Kumar* Nandi Award Best Feature Film.-Cast:* Suhasini * Bhanu Chander...
As actress
- 2011 - Mathond MadhuvenaMathond MadhuvenaMathond Madhuvena is a 2011 Kannada film in the comedy genre starring Anant Nag, Suhasini Maniratnam and Naveen Krishna in the lead roles. The film is a sequel to the 2010 hit film Eradane Maduve. The film has been directed and written by Dinesh Baboo and produced by Umesh Banakar and Anil...
(Kannada) - 2011 - The King and The Commisioner (Malayalam)
- 2011 - 7aam Arivu7aam Arivu7aum Arivu is a 2011 Tamil science fiction thriller film written and directed by A. R. Murugadoss, featuring Suriya, Shruti Haasan and Johnny Tri Nguyen in leading roles. The film, produced by Udhayanidhi Stalin began production in May 2010. The film, featuring cinematography by Ravi K...
(Tamil) - 2010 - Deadly Soma-2 (Kannada)
- 2010 - VaruduVaruduVarudu |Arya]], Suhasini Mani Ratnam, Ashish Vidyarthi, Sayaji Shinde and Brahmanandam. D.V.V. Danayya is the producer of the film.. The film was dubbed into Malayalam and released with the title "Varan"...
(Telugu) - 2010 - Leader (Telugu)
- 2010 - Sanju Weds Geetha (Kannada)
- 2010 - School Master (Kannada)
- 2010 - Kanmani (Kannada)
- 2010 - Eradane MaduveEradane MaduveEradane Maduve is a Indian Kannada comedy movie directed by Dinesh Baboo starring veteran Ananth Nag, Suhasini Maniratnam, Tara, Jennifer Kotwal. It is a low budget movie and surprise hit of the year 2010...
(Kannada) - 2010 - ThillalangadiThillalangadiThe Thillalangadi soundtrack is composed by Yuvan Shankar Raja, working together with director M. Raja for the first time. The soundtrack album features 7 songs, two of which have been reused from the original version, composed by Thaman, as per Raja's wish. The lyrics are penned by Na. Muthukumar...
(Tamil) - 2010 - Seedan (Tamil)
- 2010 - Raavanan (Tamil)
- 2009 - Makante Achan (Malayalam)
- 2009 - Nammal Thammil (Malayalam)
- 2009 - Vilaapangalkkappauram (Malayalam)
- 2009 - Rakhi (Telugu)
- 2009 - Mallika I Love You (Telugu)
- 2009 - Balam (Tamil)
- 2008 - Pandurangadu (Telugu)
- 2008 - AeganAeganAegan is a 2008 Tamil action and comedy film directed and co-written by Raju Sundaram and produced by Ayngaran International based on the 2004 Shahrukh Khan starrer Main Hoon Na...
(Tamil) - 2008 - Amma Cheppindi (Telugu)
- 2007 - Mathad Matadhu Mallige (Kannada)
- 2007 - Satham Podathey (Tamil)
- 2007 - Sri Mahalakshmi (Telugu)
- 2006 - Rakhi (Telugu)
- 2006 - Seetakokachiluka (Telugu)
- 2005 - Vacation (Malayalam)
- 2004 - Dostha (Telugu)
- 2004 - Shock (Tamil)
- 2004 - Pedhababu (Telugu)
- 2003 - Abhimanyu (Telugu)
- 2003 - Vaseegara (Tamil)
- 2002 - Nammal (Malayalam)
- 2001 - Nuvvu Naaku Nachchav (Telugu)
- 2001 - Theerthadanam (Malayalam)
- 2000 - Yaarge Saalathe Sambala (Kannada)
- 1999 - Vanaprastham (Malayalam)
- 1997 - Yegire Pavurama (Telugu)
- 1997 - Amruthavarshini (Kannada)
- 1997 - Pelli Pandheri (Telugu)
- 1996 - Ramudochhadu (Telugu)
- 1995 - Himapatha (Kannada)
- 1993 - Samooham (Malayalam)
- 1993 - Chinna Kannamma (Tamil)
- 1992 - Akka Mogudu (Telugu)
- 1991 - Usha (Kannada)
- 1990 - Muttinahara (Kannada)
- 1989 - Amma (Telugu)
- 1989 - En Purushanthaan Enakku Mattumthaan (Tamil)
- 1989 - Mamatala Kovela (Telugu)
- 1989 - Oru Sayahnathinte Swapnam (Malayalam)
- 1988 - Akhari Poratam (Telugu)
- 1988 - En Bommukutty AmmavukkuEn Bommukutty AmmavukkuEn Bommukutty Ammavuku is a 1988 Indian film starring Geetu Mohandas, Satyaraj, Suhasini and Raghuvaran is remake of Ente Mamattikkuttiyammakku by Fazil.-Plot:...
(Tamil) - 1988 - Marana MrudangamMarana MrudangamMarana Mrudangam is a Telugu film which released on 4 August 1988 and was directed by A. Kodandarami Reddy. Chiranjeevi, Suhasini Mani Ratnam, Radha, and Nagendra Babu played the lead roles. The score and soundtrack for the movie is composed by Ilaiyaraaja.-Plot:Jaani runs a small time...
(Telugu) - 1988 - Suprabhatha (Kannada)
- 1988 - Dharmathin ThalaivanDharmathin ThalaivanDharmathin Thalaivan is a 1988 Tamil-language Indian feature film directed by SP. Muthuraman, starring Rajnikanth, Prabhu Ganesan, Charlie, Nassar, Captain Raju, Kushboo, Suhasini and Vijayachanddrika. The film is the remake of Amitabh Bachchan-Randhir Kapoor starrer Kasme Vaade.-Soundtrack:The...
(Tamil) - 1988 - Manchi DongaManchi DongaManchi Donga is a 1988 Telugu film directed by K. Raghavendra Rao. The film stars Chiranjeevi, Suhasini Mani Ratnam, and Vijayashanti.-Plot:...
(Telugu) - 1988 - Varasudochadu (Telugu)
- 1987 - Dhoorathu Pachai (Tamil)
- 1987 - Ananda Aradhanai (Tamil)
- 1987 - Manathil Uruthi VendumManathil Uruthi VendumManathil Uruthi Vendum is a 1987 Indian Tamil language Drama film directed by K. Balachander starring Suhasini, S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, Ramesh Aravind, Sridhar and Vivek.Rajinikanth, Sathyaraj, and Vijayakanth make guest appearances.- Plot :...
(Tamil) - 1987 - Manivatharile Aayiram Sivarathrikal (Malayalam)
- 1987 - Ezhuthapurangal (Malayalam)
- 1987 - Aradhana (Telugu)
- 1987 - Punnami Chandrudu (Telugu)
- 1987 - Punya Dampathulu (Telugu)
- 1986 - KirathakuduKirathakuduKirathakudu is a 1986 Telugu film, based on the novel write by Yandamuri Veerendranath. The film was by A. Kodandarami Reddy. The film stars Chiranjeevi, Suhasini Mani Ratnam, and Kongara Jaggayya in important roles....
(Telugu) - 1986 - Sirivennela (Telugu)
- 1986 - RakshasuduRakshasuduRaakshasudu is a 1986 Telugu film directed by A. Kodandarami Reddy. The film stars Chiranjeevi, Nagendra Babu, Rajendra Prasad, Suhasini Mani Ratnam, Radha, and Rao Gopal Rao in important roles.-Plot:...
(Telugu) - 1986 - Seetharama kalyanam (Telugu)
- 1986 - Shravana Sandhya (Telugu)
- 1986 - Rakkuyilin Ragasadassil (Malayalam)
- 1986 - Pranamam (Malayalam)
- 1986 - ChantabbaiChantabbaiChantabbai is a 1986 Telugu film movie made by Jandhyala and was released on 22 August 1986 . The film was a casting coup in that Chiranjeevi, who was an action hero, was cast as a bumbling private detective in a full-length comedy film with no heroism whatsoever. The film won a lot of critical...
(Telugu) - 1985 - Jackie (Telugu)
- 1985 - Tene Manasulu (Telugu)
- 1985 - Mahaaraju (Telugu)
- 1985 - Sindhu BhairaviSindhu BhairaviSindhu Bhairavi is a 1985 Indian Tamil language drama film directed and produced by K. Balachander starring Sivakumar, Suhasini, Sulakshana, Delhi Ganesh and Janagaraj. The film's score and soundtrack are composed by Ilaiyaraaja. The songs in the film were sung by K. J. Yesudas and K. S. Chithra...
(Tamil) - 1985 - Katha Ithuvare (Malayalam)
- 1984 - Ente UpasanaEnte UpasanaEnte Upasana is a 1984 Malayalam film directed by Bharathan, written by Thoppil Bhasi and starring Mammootty and Suhasini. It is based on a novel written by Mallika Younis.-Plot:...
(Malayalam) - 1984 - Illaalu Priyuraalu (Telugu)
- 1984 - Mangamma Gari Manavadu (Telugu)
- 1984 - BandhanaBandhanaBandhana ಬಂಧನ is an Indian Kannada language movie directed by Rajendra Singh Babu, starring Vishnuvardhan and Suhasini. The movie is based on a Kannada novel written by Usha Navaratnanram. The movie is an all time classic of Kannada cinema, and it is still remembered for its brilliant story, songs...
(Kannada) - 1984 - Intiguttu (Telugu)
- 1984 - Challenge (Telugu)
- 1983 - Thai VeeduThai VeeduThai Veedu is a Tamil film is directed by B. Thyagarajan. It was remade in Hindi as "Jeet Hamari"-Sound track:...
(Tamil) - 1983 - Koodevide?KoodevideKoodevide? is a 1983 Malayalam drama film written and directed by P. Padmarajan, starring Suhasini, Mammootty and Rahman who makes his debut. The plot of the film is loosely based on a Tamil novel by Vasanthi.-Plot:...
(Malayalam) - 1983 - Benkiyalli Aralidha Hoovu (Kannada)
- 1983 - Uruvangal MaralamUruvangal MaralamUruvangal Maralam is a Tamil language film starring Y. Gee. Mahendra in the lead role of the protagonist. This movie is literally a remake of the English movie 'Oh, God!'. The story revolves around Y.G.Mahendra who believes in God more than anything else in this world...
(Tamil) - 1982 - Manchu PallakiManchu PallakiManchu Pallaki is a 1982 Telugu film directed by Vamsy. The film stars Chiranjeevi, Suhasini Mani Ratnam, Rajendra Prasad, and Narayan Rao in important roles. This film was director Vamsy's debut film as director...
(Telugu) - 1982 - Gopurangal Sayvathillai (Tamil)
- 1982 - Aagaaya Gangai (Tamil)
- 1981 - Palaivana Cholai (1981) (Tamil)
- 1980 - Kotha Jeevithalu (Telugu)