P. Bhanumathi
P. Bhanumathi Ramakrishna (7 September 1925 – 24 December 2005) was an Indian actress, singer, film producer, director, music composer, writer, editor, studio owner and novelist. She is regarded as the first female superstar of
Telugu cinema. She is also considered the first female director of Telugu cinema with her debut directorial ''
Chandirani'' (1953). Bhanumathi appeared in over 100 films predominantly in
Telugu and
Tamil languages. She also acted in few (6)
hindi films and in one
kannada film. She was awarded the
Padma Bhushan in 2001 for her contribution to the
Indian cinema. She was honored among "Women in Cinema" at the 30th
International Film Festival of India.
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