Nissankara Savitri (also known as Savitri Ganesan; 6 December 1934 [a] – 26 December 1981) was an Indian actress and filmmaker who predominantly worked in Telugu and Tamil films. Regarded as one of the greatest actresses in the history of Indian cinema, she was popularly known by the epithets Mahanati (transl.

Mahanati (transl. The great actress) is a 2018 Indian Telugu-language biographical drama film based on the life of actress Savitri. It is written and directed by Nag Ashwin, and produced by Priyanka Dutt under Vyjayanthi Movies and Swapna Cinema.

May 5, 2018 · We bring you lesser known facts about the Mahanati. Yesteryear actress Savithri was a gem of the Telugu film industry, known for her beauty and acting skills showcased in movies like ‘Mayabazaar’ and ‘Missamma’. She was fascinating in life and remained so even after she passed away.

Mahanati depicts the personal and professional life of first Indian female superstar, Savitri. After actress Savitri is admitted in a hospital in Bangalore and she goes into coma, a young investigative journalist, Madhuravani, seizes the opportunity to write an article on her life.

"Mahanati" (i.e.,) Greatest of all actresses by the Telugu Cinema and famously referred to as the "Nadigaiyar Thilagam" (i.e.,) Doyenne of all actresses by the Tamil Cinema. Her performance in the 1957 Telugu Epic film "Mayabazar" skyrocketed her to stardom.

May 7, 2018 · Nag Ashwin’s biopic Mahanati has brought back the discussion on the superstar and as his film releases on May 9, Savitri’s biographers and writers in the twin States reminisce their ...

Dec 6, 2022 · South Indian cinema is paying tribute to its iconic actress Mahanati Savitri on her 85th birth anniversary. She was born on December 6 as Savitri Nissankara.

May 16, 2018 · Mahanati, the biopic of evergreen actress Savitri is having a dream run at the box office. Directed by Nag Ashwin, the film starred Keerthy Suresh, Dulquer Salmaan, Samantha Akkineni and Vijay Deverakonda.

Apr 20, 2018 · But one gifted actress became a household name for every Telugu person, not for her fashion sense or glamour, but for her pleasant looks, natural acting and effervescent charisma. She is none other than Mahanati Savitri, who won many hearts from the yesteryear era in South Indian Cinema.

Mar 23, 2020 · Savitri Ganesan (born Nissankara Sarasavanidevi) was an Indian film actress, playback singer, dancer, director and producer known for her works primarily in Telugu cinema and Tamil cinema. She is also known for her works in Kannada, Malayalam, and Bollywood films. Savitri's first significant role was in the 1952 Telugu film Pelli Chesi Choodu.