Sudha Chandran
| Sudha Chandran | |
|---|---|
 Sudha Chandran at Rabindranath Tagore's 150th birth anniversary celebration | |
| Born |
21 September 1964 India |
| Occupation | Dancer, actress |
| Years active | 1984–present |
| Spouse(s) | Ravi Dang |
| Parent(s) | Chandran |
Sudha Chandran is an accomplished Bharatanatyam dancer, Indian film and television actress, who turned to acting following the loss of a leg in an accident in June 1981 near Trichy, Tamil Nadu.
Early life and education
Sudha Chandran was born in Kannur, Kerala on 21 September 1964.[1] She earned her B.A from Mithibai College, Mumbai and subsequently an M.A in Economics. In May 1981, while travelling in Tamil Nadu, she met with an accident in which her legs were wounded. She received initial medical treatment of her injuries at a local hospital and was later admitted to Vijaya Hospital at Madras. After doctors there discovered that gangrene had formed on her right leg, an amputation was required.[2] Chandran says that this period was the toughest time of her life. She subsequently overcame her disability with the help of a prosthetic 'Jaipur foot', becoming one of the most highly acclaimed dancers of the Indian subcontinent.[3] She received invitations from all over the world for performances. She was honored with various awards. She performed as far away from home as Europe, Canada and the Middle East. Soon after she catapulted to fame and recognition by venturing into the world of films and television. She gained fame after the tragic incident. Now she has become an inspiration to many.[4]
Career
In 1984 Telugu film Mayuri, in which she plays herself, was inspired by her life story. The 1986 film Nache Mayuri was a Hindi remake of the Telugu original. She came to be known as Mayuri girl after that. In Hindi TV serial, she used to play a negative character. She used to look so beautiful with septum ring in K. Street Pali Hill.
Family
She is married to Ravi Dang in 1986. The couple have no children.[4]
Television
| Title | Role | Channel |
|---|---|---|
| Kaisa Yeh Ishq Hai... Ajab Sa Risk Hai | Lohari | Life OK |
| Soundravalli | - | Jaya TV |
| Antaraal | - | DD National |
| Arasi | 'Madurai' Thilakavathy | Sun TV |
| Bahuraniyan | - | DD Metro |
| Chandrakanta | - | DD National |
| Chashme Baddoor | - | Zee TV |
| Hamari Bahu Tulsi | Tulsi | DD National |
| Hum Paanch (Season Two) | Anand's first wife | Zee TV |
| Jaane Bhi Do Paaro | - | DD Metro |
| K. Street Pali Hill | Gayatri Kaul | STAR Plus |
| Kaahin Kissii Roz | Ramola Sikand | STAR Plus |
| Kaise Kahoon | - | Zee TV |
| Kalasam | Chandramathi | Sun TV |
| Kasturi | Maasi | STAR Plus |
| Kuchh Is Tara | Mallika Nanda | Sony TV |
| Kya Dill Mein Hai | Rajeshwari Devi | 9X |
| Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi | ACP Ragini Chaudhary / Justice Renuka Chaudhary | STAR Plus |
| Saath Saath | - | DD Metro |
| Solhah Singaarr | Rajeshwari Devi | Sahara One |
| Tumhari Disha | Disha's mother | Zee TV |
| Kashmakash Zindagi Ki | Rajlaxmi | DD National |
| Kathaparayum Kavyanjali | Rajlaxmi | Surya TV |
| Soundaravalli | Akhilandeswari | Jaya TV |
| Jaiyam | Padma | Jaya TV |
| Pondatti Thevai | Rajalakshmi | Sun TV |
| Super Dancer Junior 4 | Herself | Amrita TV |
| Tharkappu Kalai Theeratha | Appa | Sun TV |
| Thaka Thimi Tha | Herself | Jaya TV |
| Thendral | Bhuvana | Sun TV |
| Jhilmil Sitaaron Ka Aangan Hoga | Kalyani Devi Raichand | Sahara One |
| Adaalat | Indrani (Prosecution lawyers) | Sony Entertainment Television India |
| Dil Se Di Dua... Saubhagyavati Bhava? | Mrs. Vyas | Life OK |
| Jallosh Suvarnayugacha | Judge | ETV Marathi |
| Ek Thhi Naayka | Uma Biswas | Life OK |
| Aardram | Sudha Pillai as retired Jedgy | Asianet |
| Deivam thandha Veedu | Chithra Devi | Star Vijay |
| Super Star Junior | Reality Show | Amrita TV |
| Shastri Sisters | Buaji | Colors |
| Har Mushkil Ka Hal Akbar aur Birbal | Bhavani | Big magic |
Filmography
| Year | Film | Role | Language | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Ameerin Aadhi Bhagavan | Indra Sundaramurthy | Tamil | |
| 2013 | Cleopatra | Malayalam | ||
| 2011 | Venghai | Thamanna's Mother | Tamil | |
| 2009 | Alexander The Great | Malayalam | ||
| 2008 | Sathyam | Sathyam's mother | Tamil | |
| 2006 | Shaadi Karke Phas Gaya Yaar | Doctor | Hindi | |
| 2006 | Malamaal Weekly | Thakurain | Hindi | |
| 2004 | Smile please | Tulsi | Hindi | |
| 2000 | Tune Mera Dil Le Liyaa | Rani (Veeru's girlfriend) | Hindi | |
| 1999 | Hum Aapke Dil Mein Rehte Hain | Manju | Hindi | |
| 1999 | Maa Baap Ne Bhulso Nahi | Sharda | Gujarati | |
| 1995 | Milan | Jaya | ||
| 1995 | Raghuveer | Aarti Verma | ||
| 1994 | Anjaam | Shivani's sister | Hindi | |
| 1994 | Daldu Chorayu Dhire Dhire | |||
| 1994 | Baali Umar Ko Salaam | |||
| 1993 | Phoolan Hasina Ramkali | |||
| 1992 | Nishchaiy | Julie | Hindi | |
| 1992 | aka Nishchay | India: Hindi title: video box title | ||
| 1992 | Inteha Pyar Ki | Dancer at Tania's wedding | Hindi | |
| 1992 | Qaid Mein Hai Bulbul | Julie | ||
| 1992 | Shola Aur Shabnam | Karan's Sister | Hindi | |
| 1992 | Insaaf Ki Devi | Sita S. Prakash | Hindi | |
| 1991 | Kurbaan | Prithvi's sister | Hindi | |
| 1991 | Jaan Pechaan | Hema | ||
| 1991 | Jeene Ki Sazaa | Sheetal | ||
| 1990 | Thanedaar | Mrs. Jagdish Chandra | Hindi | |
| 1990 | Pati Parmeshwar | Hindi | ||
| 1988 | Olavina Aasare | Kannada | ||
| 1988 | Thanga Kalasam | Tamil | ||
| 1987 | Kalam Mari Katha Mari | Arifa | Malayalam | |
| 1987 | Ival Oru Pournami | Tamil | ||
| 1987 | Chinna Thambi Periya Thambi | Tamil | ||
| 1987 | Chinna Puve Mella Pesu | Shanthi | Tamil | |
| 1986 | Malarum Kiliyum | Rekha | Malayalam | |
| 1986 | Dharmam | Tamil | ||
| 1986 | Vasantha Ragam | Tamil | ||
| 1986 | Nambinar Keduvathillai | Tamil | ||
| 1986 | Sarvam Sakthimayam | Sivakami | Tamil | |
| 1986 | Naache Mayuri | Mayuri | Hindi | |
| 1984 | Mayuri (film) | Telugu | ||
Awards
- Special Jury Award : Mayuri - 1986
- The Great Indian Television Academy Awards Best Actress in a negative role : Tumhari Disha - 2005
See also
References
- ↑ Never-say-die attitude: BACK ON THE BIG SCREEN - Sudha Chandran 'The Hindu'
- ↑ http://indiatoday.intoday.in/story/telugu-film-mayuri-captivates-andhra-pradesh-movie-going-public/1/354108.html. Retrieved 4 February 2015. Missing or empty
|title=(help) - ↑ http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2011-12-09/tv/30491022_1_film-industry-hema-malini-roles
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 http://www.mathrubhumi.com/mb4eves/online/malayalam/kerala/women/articles/infocus_interview-article-148768
External links
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