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This actress once played the role of superstar’s granddaughter, later romanced the same star, she gave hits with Rishi Kapoor, Jitendra, Anil Kapoor
There was an age gap of 40 years between both the actors, known as the true gems of film industry.
Many actresses have played the lover of an actor in films and later portrayed the mother of the same actor. Sridevi is one such example. She acted as both granddaughter and a love interest of a South superstar in different films. These two superstars are true gems of the film industry. Although they are no longer with us, their work continues to win hearts. The memories of these stars remain etched in people’s minds even today. The renowned South actor in question is the late Tollywood legend NT Rama Rao. In the 1972 Telugu film Badi Panthulu, Sridevi, at the age of 9, portrayed the role of NT Rama Rao’s granddaughter. In the same film, NT Rama Rao played the role of a 56-year-old grandfather.
Sridevi and NT Rama Rao
There was an age gap of 40 years between NT Rama Rao and Sridevi. Even today, the legacy of these two legends, NT Rama Rao and Sridevi, remains unforgettable.
Sridevi and NTR in Satyam Shivam (Telugu, 1981)
Few people know that NT Rama Rao and Sridevi worked together in 12 films. In one of these films, Vetagadu (1979), Sridevi played the role of NT Rama Rao’s heroine, capturing audiences’ hearts with her performance. This action-packed Telugu film also featured South superstar Junior NTR.
Sridevi enjoyed an illustrious career, starring in numerous hit and blockbuster films. She collaborated with Bollywood icons like Amitabh Bachchan, Jeetendra, and Rishi Kapoor, delivering many memorable performances. In the 1989 film Chandni, Sridevi’s portrayal alongside Rishi Kapoor was exceptional. The movie became a blockbuster and remains a fan favorite. The chemistry between Sridevi and Rishi Kapoor in the film continues to be appreciated by audiences even today. At the 37th National Film Awards, Chandni won Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment.
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