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K. S. Chithra
Singer
Born : 27/07/1963
Birth Place : Trivandrum, Kerala, India
Father : Krishnan Nair
Mother : Shanthakumari
Sibling : Beena
Spouse : Vijayashankar
Children : Nandana
Biography:
K. S. Chithra, born on July 27, 1963, in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, is a renowned Indian singer celebrated for her captivating voice. She gained immense popularity in the South Indian music industry, especially in Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Hindi movies.
Her journey as a playback singer began in 1979 with her debut song in a Malayalam film, “Attahaasam.” Chithra’s musical repertoire includes over 25,000 songs across various languages, showcasing her versatility and depth as an artist.
In Telugu cinema, she has delivered numerous melodious hits, such as “Padaharella Vayasu,” “Priyatama,” and “Kanne Pillavani,” among others, earning her acclaim and a special place in the hearts of Telugu music lovers.
Recognized for her exceptional talent, Chithra has been honored with six National Film Awards and numerous state awards. She is admired for infusing profound emotions into her songs and remains a highly respected figure in the Indian playback singing arena.
More Details
| Name | K. S. Chithra |
|---|---|
| Also Known as | Krishnan Nair Shantakumari Chithra |
| Date of Birth | 27/07/1963 |
| Current Residence | Kerala |
| Religion | Hindu |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Hobbies | singing |
| Father | Krishnan Nair |
| Mother | Shanthakumari |
| Sibling | Beena |
| Spouse | Vijayashankar |
| Children | Nandana |
| Educational Qualification | B.A. in music |
| College (s) | University of Kerala. |
| Debut Movies | |
|---|---|
| Language | Movie Name |
| Malyalam | Attahaasam. |
| Awards List | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year | Award | Category | Movie Name | |
| 1986 | National Film Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Sindhu Bhairavi | |
| 2004 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Female Playback Singer | Varsham | |
| 1987 | National Film Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Nakhakshathangal | |
| 1989 | National Film Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Vaishali | |
| 1996 | National Film Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Minsaara Kanavu | |
| 1997 | National Film Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Virasat | |
| 2004 | National Film Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Autograph | |
| 2017 | IIFA | Best Female Singer | Jessie | |
| 2016 | Kerala State Film Awards | Best Play Back Singer | Kambhoji | |
| 2005 | Kerala State Film Awards | Best Play Back Singer | Nottam | |
| 2002 | Kerala State Film Awards | Best Play Back Singer | Nandanam | |
| 2001 | Kerala State Film Awards | Best Play Back Singer | Theerthadanam | |
| 1999 | Kerala State Film Awards | Best Play Back Singer | Angane Oru Avadhikkalathu | |
| 1995 | Kerala State Film Awards | Best Play Back Singer | Devaraagam | |
| 1994 | Kerala State Film Awards | Best Play Back Singer | Parinayam | |
| 1992 | Kerala State Film Awards | Best Play Back Singer | Savidham | |
| 1991 | Kerala State Film Awards | Best Play Back Singer | Santhwanam | |
| 1988 | Kerala State Film Awards | Best Play Back Singer | Vaishali | |
| 1987 | Kerala State Film Awards | Best Play Back Singer | Ezhuthappurangal | |
| 1986 | Kerala State Film Awards | Best Play Back Singer | Nakhakshathangalgal | |
| 1996 | Star Screen Awards | Best Female Playback | ||
| 1997 | Star Screen Awards | Best Female Playback | ||
| 1998 | Star Screen Awards | Best Female Playback | Virasat | |
| 2017 | SIIMA | Best play Back Singer Tamil | Sethupathi | |
| 2017 | SIIMA | Best play Back Singer Malayalam | Pulimurugan | |
| 2018 | SIIMA | Best play Back Singer Malayalam | Kamboji | |
| 2014 | SIIMA | Best play Back Singer Telugu | Seethamma Vakitlo Sirimalle Chettu | |
| 2022 | Reporter TV Film Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Malik | |
| 1984 | Kerala Film Critics Association Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Nokkethadoorathu Kannumnattu | |
| 2016 | Kerala Film Critics Association Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Ormakalil Oru Manjukaalam | |
| 1987 | Kerala Film Critics Association Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Idanazhiyil oru kaalocha | |
| 2004 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Female Playback Singer Telugu | Varsham | |
| 2006 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Female Playback Singer Malayalam | Vadakkumnadhan | |
| 2006 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Female Playback Singer Kannada | My Autograph | |
| 2008 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Female Playback Singer Malayalam | Thirakkatha | |
| 2009 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Female Playback Singer Malayalam | Pazhassiraja | |
| 2013 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Female Playback Singer Telugu | Seethamma Vakitlo Sirimalle Chettu | |
| 2016 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Female Playback Singer Telugu | Nenu Sailaja | |
| 2017 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Female Playback Singer Malayalam | Kambhoji | |
| 2022 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Female Playback Singer Malayalam | Malik | |
| 2005 | Gulf Malayalam Music Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | ||
| 2006 | Gulf Malayalam Music Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | ||
| 2008 | Gulf Malayalam Music Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | ||
| 1986 | Cinema Express Awards | |||
| 1987 | Cinema Express Awards | |||
| 1988 | Cinema Express Awards | |||
| 1990 | Cinema Express Awards | |||
| 1991 | Cinema Express Awards | |||
| 1993 | Cinema Express Awards | |||
| 1994 | Cinema Express Awards | |||
| 1995 | Cinema Express Awards | |||
| 1998 | Cinema Express Awards | |||
| 2008 | Devasthanam Award | |||
| 2003 | Swaralaya Yesudas Award | |||
| 2021 | Padma Bhushan | |||
| 2005 | Padma Shri | |||
| 2001 | National Excellence Award | |||
| 2018 | Rashtrapati Award | |||
| 1997 | Kalaimamani Award | |||
| 2011 | Bharath Ratna Lata Mangeshkar Award | |||
| 2013 | Sangeeta Samman Puraskar | |||
| 2014 | Kerala Samsthana Vanitha Rathnam | |||
| 2018 | Harivarasanam Award | |||
| 2011 | Honorary Doctorate | |||
| 2018 | Honorary Doctorate | |||
| 2013 | Global Indian Music Academy Awards | Best Carnatic Classical Album | Vande Vasudevam | |
| 2001 | MTV Video Music Award | International Viewer's Choice Awards | Piya Basanti | |
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