M. L. Vasanthakumari
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Madras Lalitangi Vasanthakumari (popularly referred to as MLV) (3 July 1928 – 31 October 1990) was a Carnatic musician and playback singer for film songs in many Indian languages. MLV and her contemporaries D. K. Pattammal and M. S. Subbulakshmi were popularly referred to as the "female trinity of Carnatic Music. A prime disciple of the G. N. Balasubramaniam, she was the youngest among the established musicians of that era, and was the youngest female awardee of the Sangita Kalanidhi award. As well as being a much sought-after playback singer for films, MLV popularised unfamiliar ragas and her Ragam Thanam Pallavis were considered cerebral. Additionally, she popularised the compositions of the Haridasas. Her most famous disciples include Srividya (her daughter), Sudha Raghunathan, Charumathi Ramachandran, A. Kanyakumari, V. Kaveri, Rose Muralikrishnan, Meena Subramanian and Yamuna Arumugam.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of M. L. Vasanthakumari reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 1 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of M. L. Vasanthakumari'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 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), M. L. Vasanthakumari remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Krishna Bhakthi, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best M. L. Vasanthakumari Movies Ranked
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Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of M. L. Vasanthakumari.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | Krishna Bhakthi | Court singer | Flop | Similar → |
M. L. Vasanthakumari - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of M. L. Vasanthakumari?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring M. L. Vasanthakumari is "Krishna Bhakthi" with a rating of 0.0/10.
How many movies has M. L. Vasanthakumari acted in?
M. L. Vasanthakumari has been featured in at least 1 major films throughout their career.