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Suchitra Murali | |
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Born | Suchitra |
Occupation | Actress |
Years active | 1990–2003 |
Suchitra Murali, commonly known by her stage name Suchitra, is an Indian actress. Debuting in the lead role with the 1990 film No.20 Madras Mail at the age of 14, she has appeared mostly in Malayalam films as well as a few films in Tamil.
Personal life
Suchitra received her primary education from Holy Angel's Convent Trivandrum.
Career
Suchitra, who debuted as a heroine in the film No.20 Madras Mail, did numerous films in Malayalam in the 90s, mostly with heroes like Mammooty, Mohanlal, Mukesh, Jagadeesh and Siddique. Widely regarded as one of the most beautiful actresses in the 90s, Suchitra was very popular amongst the youth due to her eye-catching physique and her versatility in acting,. By the time she left the industry at the young age of 26 ,she had already acted in 38 movies. She also acted in a handful of Tamil films. The 1991 release Gopura Vasalile, along with Karthik and Bhanupriya, was her most popular Tamil movie,.
Suchitra is also a trained Indian Classical dancer. She was trained in Bharatanatyam, Mohiniyattam, and Kuchipudi by Guru V. Mythili.
Other activities
Suchitra was the Joint Secretary twice (1997-2000 & 2000–2003) in the AMMA. Her versatility and application during her tenure was well appreciated by the other members. Suchitra was also seen recently as a celebrity judge in episodes of the popular reality shows Idea Star Singer and Vodafone Comedy Stars, both on Asianet. She also represented Kerala in the "Miss World Pageant" held in Bangalore in 1997.
In 2022, she appeared on an episode of the game show, Panam Tharum Padom alongside actor and host Jagadish on Mazhavil Manorama.
Filmography
Year | Film | Role | Language | Notes |
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1978 | Aaravam | Malayalam | Child Artist | |
1978 | Adimakkachavadam | Malayalam | Child Artist | |
1979 | Ente Sneham Ninakku Mathrem | Malayalam | Child Artist | |
1980 | Angaadi | Malayalam | Child Artist | |
1981 | Aambalpoovu | Malayalam | Child Artist | |
1981 | Oothikachiya Ponnu | Malayalam | Child Artist | |
1984 | Swarnagopuram | Malayalam | Child Artist | |
1987 | Vrutham | Usha | Malayalam | Child Artist |
1990 | No.20 Madras Mail | Devi R. Nair | Malayalam | Debut Film as Heroine (Aged only 14) |
1990 | Kuttettan | Nurse | Malayalam | |
1990 | Kshanakkathu | Sales girl | Malayalam | |
1990 | Commander | Malayalam | ||
1990 | Enquiry | Malayalam | ||
1990 | Paadatha Veenayum Paadum | Malayalam | ||
1991 | Chakravarthy | Malayalam | ||
1991 | Abhimanyu | Radha | Malayalam | |
1991 | Mimics Parade | Latha | Malayalam | |
1991 | Ezhunnallathu | Sunanda | Malayalam | |
1991 | Mookkillarajyathu | Dance Teacher | Malayalam | |
1991 | Kadinjool Kalyanam | Ramani | Malayalam | |
1991 | Nayam Vyakthamakkunnu | Rosili | Malayalam | |
1991 | Athirathan | Nimmy | Malayalam | |
1991 | Gopura Vasalile | Kasthuri | Tamil | |
1991 | Bharatham | Radha | Malayalam | |
1992 | Kallan Kappalil Thanne | Gayathri | Malayalam | |
1992 | Thalastaanam | Supriya | Malayalam | |
1992 | Mantrikacheppu | Mercy | Malayalam | |
1992 | Neelakurukkan | Meera | Malayalam | |
1992 | Mr & Mrs | Ashwathi | Malayalam | |
1992 | Kasargod Khader Bhai | Latha | Malayalam | |
1992 | Makkal Mahatmyam | Ammu | Malayalam | |
1992 | Maarathon (Aayaraam Gayaaraam) | Malayalam | ||
1993 | Kavadiyattam | Thankamani | Malayalam | |
1993 | Bhagyavaan | Meena | Malayalam | |
1993 | Sthreedhanam | Sushamma | Malayalam | |
1993 | Sowbhagyam | Rejini | Malayalam | |
1993 | Sthalathe Pradhana Payyans | Gouri | Malayalam | |
1993 | Kanyakumariyil Oru Kavitha | Annice | Malayalam | Glamour Role |
1993 | Cheppadividya | Inspector's wife | Malayalam | |
1993 | Airport | Uma | Tamil | |
1994 | Tharavadu | Rajani | Malayalam | |
1994 | Kashmeeram | Mithra | Malayalam | |
1994 | Sukham Sukhakaram /Ipadikku Kaadhal | Stella | Malayalam/Tamil | |
1994 | Padhavi | Unknown | Malayalam | |
1995 | Thakshashila | Motti | Malayalam | |
1995 | Aavarthanam | Malayalam | ||
1996 | Hitler | Gayathri | Malayalam | Sister role |
1996 | Ammuvinte Aangalamar | Malayalam | ||
1997 | Shibiram | Shiney | Malayalam | |
1998 | Thikkurissi The Golden Miracle | Herself | Malayalam | Documentary |
1998 | Aattuvela | Malayalam | ||
1999 | Rishivamsham | Drama artist | Malayalam | |
2000 | Snegithiye | Adv. Soumini | Tamil | |
2000 | Puraskaaram | Bhargavi | Malayalam | |
2001 | Achaneyanenikkishtam | Sofia | Malayalam | |
2001 | Kakkakkuyil | Madhavan's daughter | Malayalam | |
2001 | Rakshasa Rajavu | Maya | Malayalam | |
2001 | Kasi | Valli | Tamil | |
2002 | Aabharanacharthu | Savithrikutty | Malayalam | |
2007 | Raakilipattu | Adv. Soumini | Malayalam | Shot in 2000 Bilingual with Snegithiye |
2011 | Again Kasargod Khader Bhai | Latha | Malayalam | Archive footage Cameo |
Television
- Sambavami Yuge Yuge (Surya TV) - Serial
- Panam Tharum Padam (Mazhavil Manorama) - Game show
References
- "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 4 May 2017. Retrieved 15 November 2011.
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: CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link) - Suchitra (6 August 2015). "Suchitra , Interview with actress Suchitra" (Interview). asianetnews – via YouTube.
- Malayalam.com. "PREVIOUS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEES". Retrieved 31 May 2011.
- "Actor Suchitra is elated about sharing screen space with Jagadish in 'Panam Tharum Padom'". OnManorama. Retrieved 7 November 2023.
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