M. S. Subbulakshmi
ActingAbout M. S. Subbulakshmi
Madurai Shanmukhavadivu Subbulakshmi (16 September 1916 – 11 December 2004) was an Indian Carnatic singer from Madurai, Tamil Nadu. She was the first musician ever to be awarded the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian honour. She is the first Indian musician to receive the Ramon Magsaysay award, often considered Asia's Nobel Prize, in 1974 with the citation reading "Exacting purists acknowledge Srimati M. S. Subbulakshmi as the leading exponent of classical and semi-classical songs in the carnatic tradition of South India. She was the First Indian who performed in United Nations General Assembly in 1966."
M. S. Subbulakshmi Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of M. S. Subbulakshmi reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 7 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of M. S. Subbulakshmi's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 14% of M. S. Subbulakshmi's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains An American in Madras, which stands out as a key performance.
Best M. S. Subbulakshmi Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from M. S. Subbulakshmi's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie M. S. Subbulakshmi has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | An American in Madras | Herself (Archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Forever A Legend | Herself (Archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Boat Song | Herself (Archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | 1000 Thalaivangi Apoorva Chinthamani | Dancer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Meera | Meera | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Sakuntalai | Sakuntalai | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Sevasadanam | Sumathi | Flop | Similar → |
M. S. Subbulakshmi - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of M. S. Subbulakshmi?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring M. S. Subbulakshmi is "An American in Madras" with a rating of 6.8/10.
How many movies has M. S. Subbulakshmi acted in?
M. S. Subbulakshmi has been featured in at least 7 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by M. S. Subbulakshmi?
Other notable films include "Sevasadanam", "Sakuntalai", and "Meera".