Shobana started as a child artist. Mangala Nayagi was her debut film. She became a heroine in Kamal Haasan's Enakul Oruvan. She acted in several films.
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Paired with Leading Actors
Shobana acted with leading actors like Kamal Haasan, Vijayakanth, and Rajinikanth. Films like Idhu Namma Aalu, Paattuku Oru Thalaivan, Ponmana Selvan, and Thalapathi established her as a leading actress.
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Padma Shri from APJ Abdul Kalam
Shobana received the Padma Shri from APJ Abdul Kalam in 2006 and was recently awarded the Padma Bhushan, receiving widespread congratulations from the South Indian film industry.
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Acted in Over 200 Films
Shobana has acted in over 200 films across Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Hindi, English, and Kannada. She also appeared in Prabhas' Kalki 2898 AD and runs a Bharatanatyam school, offering free classes.
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Why Not Married at 54?
Shobana explains her single status at 54, stating she doesn't believe in marriage and is content with her current life.
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Mother to an Adopted Daughter
Shobana, while occasionally appearing in films, focuses on Bharatanatyam. Despite past marriage rumors, she remains single and has adopted a daughter.
