Kanaka Vijayalakshmi, better known by her stage name Madhavi, is an acclaimed Indian actress who has made significant contributions to the Malayalam, Telugu, Hindi, Tamil and Kannada film industries.
Madhavi had an impressive acting career spanning nearly two decades, with successful performances in around 300 films.
She was one of the most prominent actresses in the South Indian film industry in the 1980s, and her talent and charm conquered audiences across regions and languages.
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- Full name: Kanaka Vijayalakshmi
- Stage name: Madhavi,
- Date of Birth: September 14, 1962
- Age: 62
- Place of birth: Eluru
- Nationality: India
- Occupation: Actress
- Height: 1.52 m
- Parents: Sathirekha and Govinda Swami.
- Siblings: Keerthi Kumari and Dhananjay
- Spouse: Swami Rama,
- Children: Evelyn Sharma, Priscilla Sharma and Tiffany Sharma
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $2 million.
Early life and education
Madhavi, whose real name is Kanaka Vijayalakshmi, was born in Eluru, Andhra Pradesh, India on August 14, 1958. She was raised by her parents Sasirekha and Govindaswamy.
During her childhood, she had the good fortune to grow up with her elder sister Keerthi Kumari and younger brother Dhananjay. Madhavi’s passion for dance was ignited at an early age and she started learning Bharat Natyam from Uma Maheswari and folk dance from Bhatt.
Her dedication and talent have seen her showcase her skills in more than 1000 mesmerizing dance performances. During her schooling, she had the opportunity to study at Stanley Girls High School in Hyderabad, specifically the Abids branch.
Profession
When she was still a teenager, director Dasari Narayana Rao cast her in the Telugu film Thoorupu Padamara, which became a huge hit. This marked the beginning of her successful career in the film industry.
She worked with renowned Telugu actor Chiranjeevi in many films, starting with her first film Intlo Ramayya Veedhilo Krishnayya, which released in 1982. Their on-screen chemistry and talent enthralled the audience and further cemented her status as a talented actress.
After her successful collaboration with Chiranjeevi in the blockbuster Khaidi, she got an opportunity to work with him again in Big Boss, which was her last Telugu film. After that, renowned filmmaker K. Balachander invited her to play a supporting role in the Telugu film Maro Charitra in 1978.
Her performance was so impressive that she was chosen to reprise the same role in the 1981 Hindi remake of Ek Duuje Ke Liye. The Hindi version went on to become the highest-grossing film of 1981.
Awards and nominations
Awards:
- Kerala State Film Awards for Best Actress:
- Oru Vadakan Weeragada
- Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress:
- Akashadhutu
- Olmakai
- Filmfare Award for Best Actress – Malayalam:
- Akashadhutu
Nominations:
- Filmfare Award for Best Actress – Tamil:
- Changasam
Social Media
- Instagram: @actress.maadhavi
Personal life
Madhavi’s union with Ralph Sharma stems from her relationship with Ralph’s spiritual leader and guru, Swami Rama, whom Ralph met and connected with at the age of 32 at the Himalayan Institute of Yoga Science and Philosophy.
Later, in 1995, Madhavi also had the opportunity to meet Swami Rama. Eventually, the two got married on February 14, 1996. Madhavi and Ralph and their three daughters now live in New Jersey.
In 2006, Madhavi expressed her happiness and contentment in an interview where she said that she is happily married and feels very happy as a wife and mother of three children named Evelyn Sharma, Priscilla Sharma and Tiffany Sharma. Moreover, she also mentioned that she is happy with her choice to leave the showbiz industry and stressed that she does not feel craving for it.
Filmography
- Brahmacharya
- Alassa Catale
- Amrapali
- Nila Akash
- Chattaniki Karu Island
- Kotalu Rayudu
- Punami Naagu
- Ballidan
- Changasam
- Kadi
- Olu Kudakizhir
- Shaubaraj
- Satyamev Jayate
- Falak
- Lashkar-e-Taiba
- Swag
- Anipat
- Aditya369
- Akashmika
- Yuvalajayam
- Mana Kurralle: The latest generation
Hindi
- temple
- Malmitenger
- Geraftar
- Hum Nasin Jukenge
- Taghtwala
- Mujahshaktidu
- Anda Kanoon
- Cowan Hayward
- Trilok Sundari
- Eduje Khairiye
- Twenty-seven
- Pagla Kahin Ka
- Janji Javan
- Sipahi
- Selima
Tamil
- Rajapalvai
- Didi Didi
- Kaki Sate
- Satam
- Elam Inba Mayam
- Mangamasabadham
- Galjanai
- tilumulu
- Tambiku Nta Olu
- God bless us
- Vidutale
- Nga Ol Kannagi
- Niti Devan Mayakam
- Nilabaradi
Malayalam
- Aksharam
- Aiyram Nawra Ananthan
- Sridevi
Kannada
- Haru Jenu
- Bhagata Lakshmi Bharama
- Anuragha Alalitu
- Shruti Seridagar
- Jivana Chaitra
- Akashmika
- Odahuti dawaru
- Haru Jenu
- Malaya Maruta
net worth
Madhavi is a famous Indian former actress who has a net worth of approximately $2 million.
This huge sum is a reflection of her successful career and various investments in the entertainment industry. The wealth Madhavi has amassed is a reflection of her talent, hard work, and dedication in the spotlight.
