S. Jayalakshmi
ActingAbout S. Jayalakshmi
Sundaram Jayalakshmi (25 July 1920 - 21 July 2007) was a Tamil film actress and singer who played lead parts in movies of the 1930s and 1940s. Starting her film career with Seetha Kalyanam in 1934, she acted in about a dozen movies, her most remembered role being in the 1943 movie Sivakavi. She is the sister of musicians S. Rajam and S. Balachander. Jayalakshmi was born on 25 July 1920 in Madras to lawyer V. Sundaram Iyer and his wife Parvathi. In 1933, when V. Shantaram wanted to make a Tamil movie and placed an advertisement in Sight and Sound magazine, Sundaram Iyer came forward to help him and as a result the whole family travelled to Kolhapur to make their debut in the movieSeetha Kalyanam with Jayalakshmi as the heroine Seetha and her older brother Rajam as the hero Rama.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of S. Jayalakshmi reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 2 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of S. Jayalakshmi'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), S. Jayalakshmi remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Seeta Kalyanam, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best S. Jayalakshmi Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from S. Jayalakshmi's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of S. Jayalakshmi.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 | Sivakavi | Amrithavali | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Seeta Kalyanam | Sita | Flop | Similar → |
S. Jayalakshmi - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of S. Jayalakshmi?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring S. Jayalakshmi is "Seeta Kalyanam" with a rating of 0.0/10.
How many movies has S. Jayalakshmi acted in?
S. Jayalakshmi has been featured in at least 2 major films throughout their career.