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In Loving Memory: South Indian Actresses Lost in 2025

2025 has been a difficult year for lovers of South Indian cinema. As the industry continues to evolve, we also witnessed the passing of several senior actresses whose work shaped generations. These women left behind legacies that continue to inspire — on screen, off screen, and in the hearts of fans everywhere.

Here are some of the shining stars we lost:

1. Chittajallu Krishnaveni (1924 – 16 February 2025)

Known often simply as Krishnaveni, she was a veteran actress, producer, and playback singer in Telugu cinema. Wikipedia

Her career journey began as a child artist in Anasuya (1936), and she later moved into production. Her film Mana Desam (1949) is famous for introducing stalwarts like N. T. Rama Rao and Ghantasala. Wikipedia

Krishnaveni passed away at her home in Hyderabad at the age of 100. Wikipedia

2. Pushpalatha (1937/38 – 4 February 2025)

Pushpalatha was a familiar and respected face in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada films — she acted in over 100 films. Wikipedia

She began acting in the mid‑1950s. Her roles ranged from lead heroine parts to character roles; her contribution to films like Naanum Oru Penn (1963) are still remembered. Wikipedia

She passed away on 4 February 2025, aged about 87, after age‑related health issues. Wikipedia

3. Bindu Ghosh (1948/49 – 16 March 2025)

Bindu Ghosh was both an actress and a choreographer, especially in Tamil cinema. Her career had earlier roots (debut in Kalathur Kannamma, 1960) and included many supporting and dance‑based roles. Wikipedia

Even if many of her roles were not always in the limelight, she was part of the fabric of that era — helping tell stories, adding movement, contributing behind the scenes. Wikipedia

She passed away on 16 March 2025 after a prolonged illness, at around age 76. Wikipedia

4. B. Saroja Devi (1938 – 14 July 2025)

Perhaps the most widely known among these names globally, Saroja Devi was a superstar of South Indian cinema. She acted in four languages (Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi) — earning titles like “Abhinaya Saraswathi” and “star of four languages.” Wikipedia+2The Times of India+2

Her career spanned over 200 films, and she remained a beloved figure across generations. Her performances with stars like Sivaji Ganesan, MGR, NT Rama Rao, and in films like Mahakavi Kalidasa and Nadodi Mannan are iconic. Wikipedia+1

She passed away in Bengaluru on 14 July 2025, at the age of 87, from age‑related illness. Wikipedia+1

Reflections: What They Leave Behind

Losing any artist is painful for fans; losing legends is like witnessing chapters of our cultural memory close. These women gave more than just performances — they were trailblazers, collaborators, mentors, style icons, and in many cases, also voices for social and artistic change.

Bridging eras: They connected the golden age of South Indian cinema to the present, linking old film studios, theatrical stage roots, dance, music, with modern storytelling methods.

Versatility: Acting across languages, moving between lead and character roles, working as dancers, choreographers or behind the camera (in Krishnaveni’s case) — they wore many hats.

Inspiration: For younger actors, particularly women, their careers are proof of dedication, stamina, and artistry — not always about glamour, but about craft.