On 24th Feb, 2018 the world was shocked with the devastating news of the sudden death of Sridevi. Sridevi was a renowned actress in the world of Indian cinema. She was not only a part of the Bollywood industry she was contributed in Telegu, Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam films. From 1980s to 1990s she was one of the highest paid stars. Sridevi in Telegu films was the magical element.
From Chandni to Sadma, Sridevi left an everlasting emotion to the film lovers. Sridevi was a part of the film industry from a very young age. She became a part of the industry as a child artist. Her flawless acting won the hearts of many. Perhaps, she was found in many films as a leading actress. Her funny approach drew the attention of the audience. Her making people laughing to people crying, she has done that all. She was initially a part of the Telegu film Industry. Kshana Kshanam, Atiloka Sundari, Govinda are few of the Telegu blockbusters to be named. She was a hit pair with Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan. One of the biggest films of Sridevi, is Sadmaa, which will bring tears also today if you watch it.
In the film Maa Nanna Nirdoshi she played the role of a child artist. She was an eminent face from the 1970s till 1990s. She also played role with NTR, Nagarjun, and Venkatesh. Her works are still remembered. In Bollywood, she played leading roles with almost every hero. From Amitabh Bachan to Shah Rukh Khan she rocked the screen with all. She was an also a hit pair with Anil Kapoor. In the film Judai, Nagina, Naya Kadam, Karma and Mr. India she proved that she can play any role. Not only Sridevi was a famous actor but she was a great dancer as well. Her snake dance is still a popular dance step just like Moon walk. She had many hit songs which are still played in our music list.
In the year 1996, she married the director Boney Kapoor. Later on she was the mother of two and she was also the step mother of two. Though it was highlighted that she had cold relationship with her step son Arjun Kapoor, but we saw Arjun was also shocked after the death news.
Not only Sridevi was awarded with Filmfare awards for her several performances, she also was awarded for Padma Shri award in 2013. It is the highest civilian award from the Government of India. She was awarded with filmfare 5 times. Apart from Awards, she was also a style icon. She actively participated in fashion shows. We have seen her wearing beautiful Sabyasachi sari and Manish Malhotra leghenas. She was an also few of the television series like Malini Iyer a d reality shows. She made her came in English Vinglish. Sridevi proved that though time passes by but a person remains the same. Her last film was MOM, where she played the mother of a rape victim. She died by drowning in the bathroom of Jumeirah Emirates Dubai. The unfortunate event shook the world. She was given a farewell in the Oscar award as well. She was clad in her red sari which wore while she received the Padma Shri. Sridevi bid adieu the world as a bride with a smile in her face.