Lakshmi
ActingAbout Lakshmi
Lakshmi Narayan ( born 13 December 1952) is an Indian National Film Award winning actress who predominantly works in Tamil cinema. Lakshmi has acted in more than 300 films in all south Indian languages apart from few in Bollywood. She has won a Filmfare Best Actress Award and eight Filmfare Awards South
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Lakshmi reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Lakshmi's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 80% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Lakshmi remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Lovely, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Lakshmi Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Lakshmi's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Lakshmi.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Trikona | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Nani's Gang Leader | Saraswathi | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Oh! Baby | Savitri "Baby" | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Saheba | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Moone Moonu Varthai | Patts | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Ainthu Ainthu Ainthu | Liyana's aunt | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Mithunam | Buchchi Lakshmi | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Unnaipol Oruvan | Chief Secretary of TN / AP | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Vel | Appatha | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Naan Avan Illai | Sarada | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Hulchul | Lakshmi Devi | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Lovely | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Murari | Gopakka | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Snegithiye | Malathi | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Rhythm | Chitra's mother-in-law | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Suryavamsha | Sathyamurthy's wife | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Padayappa | Savithri | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Premante Ideraa | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Jeans | Krishnaveny | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Ninne Pelladatha | Mahalakshmi | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Alludaa Majakaa | Vasundhara | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Bandit Queen | Poolan / Man Singh Gang | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Sundara Kanda | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Bharatham | Ramani | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Lion Jagapathi Rao | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Ee Thanutha Veluppan Kalathu | Sreedevi Rosario | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Samsaram Adhu Minsaram | Uma, Chidabaram's wife | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Udhaya Geetham | Leela Chowdhry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Aattakalasham | Indu | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Nodi Swamy Navirodu Heege | Aparna | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Padayottam | Parvathi | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | Sindoora Sandhyakku Mounam | Deepthi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Chattaniki Kallu Levu | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Vida Parayum Munpe | Sudha | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Thillu Mullu | Guest Appearance | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Polladhavan | Seetha | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Ravi Chandra | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Naanobba Kalla | Rukmini, Gopi's wife | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Chandanada Gombe | Rathna | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Naa Ninna Bidalaare | Gayatri | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Kiladi Jodi | Jenny/Lakshmi/Prema/Radha (Dual Role) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Olavu Geluvu | Rohini | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Naa Ninna Mareyalare | Usha | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Prayanam | Savithri | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Sila Nerangalil Sila Manithargal | Ganga | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Naan Avanillai | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Rajaraja Cholan | Kundavai | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Kasethan Kadavulada | Rama | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Mattukara Velan | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Goadalli C.I.D 999 | Veena | Super Hit | Similar → |
Lakshmi - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Lakshmi?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lakshmi is "Lovely" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Lakshmi acted in?
Lakshmi has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Lakshmi?
Other notable films include "Trikona", "Naa Ninna Mareyalare", and "Ravi Chandra".