P. Susheela is a renowned Indian playback singer who predominantly worked in the South Indian film industry, specifically in Tamil and Telugu cinema. Born on 13 Nov,1935 in Andhra Pradesh, India, she began her singing career in the 1950s and went on to become one of the most prolific and versatile playback singers in the Indian music industry.
Susheela’s voice was known for its range, versatility, and emotional depth. She has sung thousands of songs in various languages, including Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi. Her collaborations with legendary music composers like Ilaiyaraaja, M.S. Viswanathan, and others contributed significantly to the success of many films.
Throughout her career spanning several decades, Susheela received numerous awards and honors, including several National Film Awards for Best Female Playback Singer. Her ability to convey different emotions through her singing, be it joy, sorrow, or romance, earned her a dedicated fan base and admiration from both fans and the film industry alike.
P. Susheela’s contribution to Indian music remains invaluable, and her melodious voice continues to resonate with music lovers even today
| Name | P. Susheela |
|---|---|
| Also Known as | P. Susheela |
| Date of Birth | 13/11/1934 |
| Current Residence | Hyderabad |
| Religion | Hindu |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Height | 158 CM |
| Father | Mukunda Rao |
| Spouse | Mohan Rao |
| Children | Jaya Krishna |
| College (s) | Andhra University |
| Debut Movies | |
|---|---|
| Language | Movie Name |
| Tamil | Petra Thai |
| Awards List | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year | Award | Category | Movie Name | |
| 1969 | National Film Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Uyarndha Manithan | |
| 1978 | National Film Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Siri Siri Muvva | |
| 1971 | National Film Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Savaale Samali | |
| 1982 | National Film Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Meghasandesam | |
| 1983 | National Film Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | M.L.A. Edu Kondalu | |
| 1982 | Nandi Award | Meghasandesam | ||
| 2016 | Kamban Pugazh Award | |||
| 2014 | kamukara Award | |||
| 2004 | Raghupati Venkaiah Award | |||
| 1991 | Kalaimaamani Award | |||
| 2003 | Ghantasala Award | |||
| 1996 | Subbaraami reddy Award | |||
| 1969 | Tamil Nadu State Award | Best Female Playback Singer | Lakshmi Kalyanam | |
| 2008 | Padma Bhushan | |||
| 2019 | J. Jayalalithaa Special Kalaimamani Award | |||
| 1971 | Kerala State Award | Best Female Playback Singer | Oru Penninte Katha | |
| 1975 | Kerala State Award | Best Female Playback Singer | Chuvanna Sandyakal | |
| 1977 | Nandi Award | Best Female Playback Singer | Daana Veera Soora Karna | |
| 1978 | Nandi Award | Best Female Playback Singer | Naalaaga Endaro | |
| 1978 | Tamil Nadu State Award | Best Female Playback Singer | Anbulla Athaan | |
| 1984 | Nandi Award | Best Female Playback Singer | Sangeetha Samrat | |
| 1987 | Nandi Award | Best Female Playback Singer | Viswanatha Nayakudu | |
| 1989 | Nandi Award | Best Female Playback Singer | Godavari Pongindi | |
| 1989 | Tamil Nadu State Film Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Varam | |
| 1997 | AVM 50 award | |||
| 1999 | K.V.Rao Jyothi Rao Award | |||
| 2020 | Dr. Rajkumar Award | |||
| 1979 | Sangeetha Kala bharathi Award | |||
| 1989 | DTA | |||
| 1999 | K.V.Rao Jyothi Rao Award | |||
| 2003 | Ghantasala Award | |||
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