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Actor

Tulasi

Active Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam Rating 4.5/5 Fan 9.5/10
  • FromChennai, Tamil Nadu, India
  • Based inChennai, Tamil Nadu, India
  • Age56–65
  • Active1967 – 2025
  • Updated

Tulasi Biography

Tulasi  Basic Information

  • Full Name: Tulasi Shivamani
  • Stage Name: Tulasi
  • Profession: Actress
  • Industry: South Indian Film Industry (Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam)
  • Years Active: 1967 – Present

Personal Details

  • Date of Birth: June 20, 1967
  • Age Range: 55–60 years
  • Birthplace: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
  • Current Location: Chennai, India
  • Nationality: Indian

Family Background

  • Father: Shivamani (Film Producer/Director)
  • Mother: Not publicly known
  • Spouse: Shivaprasad
  • Children: 1 son

Education

  • Tulasi started acting at a very young age (child artist), so her formal education details are not widely documented.
  • It is believed she completed basic schooling in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
  • Due to early entry into films, she focused more on her acting career rather than higher education.

Career Highlight

Year Work Title Highlight
1979 Sankarabharanam Breakthrough as child artist; gained national recognition
1981 Nyayam Kavali Established as a strong supporting actress
1982 Subhalekha Popular role that increased her fame in Telugu cinema
1983 Mantri Gari Viyyankudu Recognized for versatile acting
1985 Srivaru Lead role phase in Telugu films
1994 Mahanadhi Critically acclaimed Tamil film appearance
2008 Moggina Manasu Strong comeback in mother roles (Kannada)
2009 Jhossh Won Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress (Kannada)
2010 Darling Popular mother role in Telugu cinema
2011 Mr. Perfect Widely recognized mother role
2012 Julai Memorable supporting character
2013 Iddarammayilatho Continued success in family roles
2014 Pannaiyarum Padminiyum Won Tamil Nadu State Film Award
2015 Srimanthudu High-profile Telugu film appearance
2016 Brahmotsavam Played key family character
2017 Nenu Local Strong supporting role
2018 Mahanati Featured in biographical hit film
2019 Dear Comrade Notable emotional performance
2021 SR Kalyanamandapam Continued presence in modern Telugu cinema
2022 Karthikeya 2 Popular pan-India success film
2023 Miss Shetty Mr Polishetty Played important mother role
2024 Rathnam Continued active presence in Tamil cinema
2025 Niram Marum Ulagil Recent Tamil film role

Recent Activity

  • Retirement Announcement:
    Tulasi announced that she would officially retire on December 31, 2025, concluding a remarkable 58-year-long career that began when she was just three months old.
  • Spiritual Focus:
    She shared her decision to dedicate the rest of her life to the service of Shirdi Sai Baba, describing it as part of her spiritual journey and a step toward inner peace.

Awards List

Year Award Category Award Name Film Result
1978 Nandi Awards Best Child Actress Nandi Award Seetamalakshmi Won
1980 Nandi Awards Best Child Actress Nandi Award Sankarabharanam Won
2009 Filmfare Awards South Best Supporting Actress – Kannada Filmfare Award Jhossh Won

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About Tulsi

Who is Tulasi?
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
When did Tulasi start her career?
She started acting as a child artist in 1967.
How many films has she worked in?
She has appeared in more than 300 films.
Which languages has she worked in?
Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam.
When did Tulasi retire?
She announced her retirement in 2025 after a long career.

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