Silk Smitha Age, Wiki and Bio

Silk Smitha

Quick Info

ProfessionActress
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth02/12/1960
Age35 years (died on 23, Sep, 1996)
BirthplaceKovvali village, Denduluru Mandal, Eluru, Andhra Pradesh, India
Date of Death23/09/1996

Bio/Wiki

Real nameVijayalakshmi Vadlapatla
Famous forHer bold scenes in Indian films.

Physical Stats & More

Height165 cm
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack

Educational Qualification(s)

Educational BackgroundClass 4

Personal Life

HometownKovvali village, Denduluru Mandal, Eluru, Andhra Pradesh, India
Zodiac signSagittarius
EthnicityTelugu

Relationships & More

Marital Status (at the time of death)Divorced
Affairs/Boyfriends
  • Rajinikanth (actor, rumoured)
  • Vinu Chakravarthy (film director; rumoured)

Family

FatherRamallu
MotherSarasamma
SiblingsBrother - V. Naga Vara Prasad (younger)

Career

Debut
Film (Malayalam)Pushyaraagam (1980) as hotel dancer
Film (Tamil)Vandichakkaram (1980) as 'Silk'
Film (Telugu)Gharana Gangulu (1981) in a small role
Film (Kannada)Gedda Maga (1983) in a small role
Film (Hindi)Paap Ko Jala Dunga (1982) as Asha
Notable Works
  • Vandichakkaram (1979; Tamil)
  • Adutha Varisu (1983; Tamil)
  • Paayum Puli (1983; Tamil)
  • Miss Pameela (1989; Malayalam)
  • Jaani Dost (1983; Hindi)
  • Jeet Hamaari (1983; Hindi)
  • Sadma (1983; Hindi)
  • Gulabi Raaten (1990; Hindi)
Career HighlightsSilk Smitha began her career as a makeup artist in Chennai before transitioning to acting. Her captivating presence and bold scenes earned her significant popularity in the South Indian film industry.

Favourites

Actor(s)
  • Kamal Haasan
  • Chiranjeevi
Film Director(s)
  • Bharathiraja
  • Balu Mahendra

Some Lesser Known Facts

Silk Smitha originated from a financially struggling family, causing her to discontinue her education after fourth grade.
Since childhood, she harbored aspirations of becoming an actress and had a keen interest in makeup.
She was married at a young age but left her in-laws due to mistreatment.
After moving to Chennai, she initially worked as a makeup artist, which eventually led her to receive acting offers.
She was given the stage name 'Smitha' by filmmaker Anthony Eastman.
Silk gained recognition for her roles as a cabaret dancer and for her bold performances in various films.
Despite her fame, she was known for being introverted and had a small circle of friends.
In 2011, the film 'The Dirty Picture' portrayed her life, although her family claimed it was made without their consent.
She had a history of depression, which contributed to her tragic end.