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India.com
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Dilip Kumar helped Saroja Devi continue her acting career post-marriage, her husband...
Dilip Kumar helped Saroja Devi continue her acting career post-marriage, her husband... Veteran actress Saroja Devi, known for her extensive work in regional cinema passed away at the age of 87 on Monday (July 14, 2025). According to reports, she was suffering from age-related illness and breathed her last in Bengaluru. Regarded as the first superstar of Kannada cinema, Saroja made her acting debut with the Kannada film Mahakavi Kalidasa (1955). She then went on to appear in classics such as School Master (1958), Kittur Chennamma (1961), Amarashilpi Jakanachari (1963), Mallammana Pavada (1968)and more. Her career spanned not just in Kannada cinema but also in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi films. She became a well known figure in 1950 and 1960s because of her iconic performances, and solidified her position as a leading actress. In 1967, Saroja Devi tied the knot with Sri Harsha, an engineer at Bharat Electronics. Well, their relationship was a testament to true love, support and companionship. Sri Harsha was not just her partner, but a pillar of support helping her navigate through financial troubles and encouraging to continue her acting career. After marriage, Saroja Devi's career rose to fame, and she became widely famous in Kannada cinema. It was her husband who pushed her to continue acting post-marriage. Interestingly, many might not know this but Dilip Kumar played a massive role in shaping Sri Harsha's decision. Earlier, in one of the interviews, When Saroja Devi was asked about her persistent commitment to acting, she told that Dilip Kumar once advised Saira Banu to not quit working in films after marriage. Rajesh Khanna then shared this anecdote with her husband, who then encouraged her to not abandon the acting profession. After her husband passed away in 1986, she was devastated, and completely withdrew herself from the limelight. However, after a year, she proved her determination and commitment by making a successful comeback to films with Lady Tailor. Talking about her accolades, she was honoured with prestigious Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan for her remarkable contribution to Indian cinema. She was also conferred with the Lifetime Achievement Award by the Government of India in 2008.
The Hindu
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Veteran actor B Saroja Devi passes away at 87 due to age-related illness
Veteran actor B Saroja Devi, known for her extensive work in regional cinema, passed away at the age of 87 on Monday (July 14, 2025). The actor, who breathed her last in Bengaluru, was reported to have been suffering from age-related illness. Hailed as the first superstar of Kannada cinema, Saroja Devi debuted with the 1955 movie Mahakavi Kalidasa. She went on to star in classics such as School Master (1958), Kittur Chennamma (1961), Amarashilpi Jakanachari (1963), Mallammana Pavada (1968)and more. Legendary actor M G Ramachandran cast her in Nadodi Mannan, following which she went on to become a popular name in the Tamil film industry. Her well-known film with the legendary Sivaji Ganesan includes Bhaaga Pirvinai (1959). With MGR, Saroja Devi starred in more than 20 movies. Palum Pazhamum, Vazhkai Vazhvatharke (1964), Aalayamani (1962), Periya Idathu Penn (1963), Puthiya Paravai (1964), Panakkara Kudumbam (1964), Enga Veetu Pillai (1965) and Anbe Vaa (1966) are her other noteable works in Tamil cinema. Carving a popular career in Telugu cinema, she worked with stalwart NT Rama Rao in Seetarama Kalyanam (1961), Jagadeka Veeruni Katha (1961) and Daagudu Moothalu (1964). She was conferred with the Padma Shri in 1969 and Padma Bhushan in 1992. In 2008, she was given the 2008 Lifetime Achivement Award by the Government of India. Saroja Devi shared screen space with Hindi stars such as Dilip Kumar (Paigham, 1959), Rajendra Kumar (Sasural, 1961) and Sunil Dutt (Beti Bete, 1964) Detailed reports and obits to follow
