Shanthamma


Shanthamma was an Indian film actress in the Kannada film industry, as well as in Hindi and Tamil, and a theatre artist in Karnataka, India. She was known for playing supporting and character roles.

Personal life

Shanthamma couldn't pursue her acting interests during her initial days at home. Her husband was a dance teacher in Gokak company and upon his encouragement she started acting in films. Their family stayed in Madras for 15 years.

Career

Shanthamma made her debut in 1956 in the Kannada film industry with the movie Hari Bhakta. She acted in more than 400 films in her career, including television soaps/serials. The last film she acted in was Endendigu.

Selected filmography