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Veteran Kannada Actress Lalithamma Passes Away at 65
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News18•05-10-2026, 14:59
Veteran Kannada Actress Lalithamma Passes Away at 65
  • •Renowned Kannada actress Lalithamma has passed away at the age of 65 after battling age-related illnesses.
  • •She had a rich career spanning over 35 years across theater, television, and cinema.
  • •She gained immense popularity for her iconic on-screen villain role as 'Sarai Sharade' in the film 'Suntara Gali'.
  • •Her notable television credits include hit serials like 'Rangoli', 'Mangalya', and 'Mahamayi'.
  • •She also featured in several prominent Kannada movies including 'Lifeu Ishtene', 'Vajrakaya', and 'Jackie'.

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Lalithamma was a veteran Kannada actress known for her work in theater, television, and cinema who passed away at the age of 65 after battling age-related illnesses.

She became widely recognized and gained her signature identity for playing the villain role of Sarai Sharade in the film Suntara Gali.

Lalithamma spent around 35 years working in Kannada theater before becoming a household name on television through popular serials like Rangoli, Mangalya, and Mahamayi.