Actor ‘Sowcar’ Janaki acted and worked with three Chief Ministers of Tamil Nadu—M.G. Ramachandran, M. Karunanidhi and Jayalalithaa—and, in Telugu, with N.T. Rama Rao. She was one of the favourite actors of director K. Balachander.

Her career spanned over seven decades and she appeared in more than 400 films. Known for her unmatched versatility, her profound range cemented her place as an ultimate icon of South Indian cinema. Here are a set of articles covered by The Hindu after the actor passed away on August 21, 2026.

Published - August 21, 2026 06:08 pm IST