Bhanumathi
Known For: Acting
Gender: Female
Date of Birth: September 7, 1925
Day of Death: December 24, 2005 (80 years old)
Place of Birth: Doddavaram, Maddipadu Mandal, Guntur district, Madras Presidency, British India
Paluvayi Bhanumathi (7 September 1925 – 24 December 2005) was a multilingual Indian film actress, director, music director, singer, producer, book writer and songwriter. Widely known as the first female super star of Telugu cinema and South Indian film Industry, she is also known for her works in Tamil cinema. She was awarded the Padma Bhushan in 2003 for her contribution in Indian cinema. She was honored among "women in cinema" at the 30th International Film Festival of India.
