Veteran Kannada actor Leelavathi passes away

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Renowned veteran actor Leelavathi, who was ailing with age-related illness, passed away at a private hospital in Nelamangala on Friday, 8 December.

At 85, she spent her final days under the care of her son Vinod Raj, also an actor, at her residence in Soladevanahalli village.

A native of Belthangady in Dakshina Kannada district, born as Leela Kiran, she became popular as Leelavathi.

She left an indelible mark on Indian cinema by acting in over 600 films across Kannada, Tamil, and Telugu languages during her illustrious career spanning over five decades.

Notably, she achieved widespread recognition for her memorable roles in Santha Thukaram (1963) Bhakta Kumbara (1974), and Mana Mecchida Madadi (1962), earning accolades such as the Dr Rajkumar Award and Filmfare Awards for her performances.

Condolences pour in

Who’s who from the Kannada film industry besides prominent politicians, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, DK Shivakumar, former prime minister HD Devegowda, Mandya MP Sumalatha Ambareesh, and public figures expressed their condolences on the passing away of Leelavathi.

The prime minister expressed condolences on the passing of the legendary actor.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, on his X account, recollected his recent visit to the veteran actor. He added that he was pained to learn of her passing away and prayed for her soul and strength to the family to bear the loss.

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar recently visited Leelavathi at her residence after inaugurating the veterinary hospital.

Taking to his X account, Shivakumar lauded the efforts of the veteran actor for her noble deeds even in her old age.

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