In 1981, Sudha Chandran faced the tremendous challenge of losing her leg. Despite this setback, she emerged as an inspirational figure, excelling as a Bharatanatyam dancer and actress. Her talent graced both films and numerous television series in India.

Sudha Chandran began her cinematic journey with the Telugu film "Mayuri," which was based on her own life. This film was also dubbed in Tamil and Malayalam, and released in Hindi as "Naache Mayuri." Her outstanding performance in "Mayuri" earned her the Special Jury Award at the National Film Awards in 1986.

She later portrayed notable roles, including Yamini in "Naagin" seasons 1, 2, and 3, Chitradevi in "Deivam Thandha Veedu" (the Tamil remake of "Saath Nibhana Saathiya"), and Anand's first wife in the second season of "Hum Paanch."

Fluent in English, Malayalam, Hindi, Telugu, and Kannada, Sudha Chandran's linguistic skills have enhanced her versatility as an actress.

Biography of Sudha Chandran

Born on September 27, 1965, in Mumbai, India, Sudha Chandran hails from a family originally from Vayalur, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu. Her father, K.D. Chandran, was an actor. She completed her B.A. from Mithibai College in Mumbai and later obtained an M.A. in economics.

A tragic accident in 1980 led to the amputation of her leg. However, with a prosthetic limb, she made a remarkable comeback as a Bharatanatyam dancer. Shortly after resuming her career, she starred in "Mayuri," where she met her future husband, assistant director Ravi Dang, leading to a love-at-first-sight romance.

In 1994, Sudha Chandran eloped with Ravi Dang due to opposition from her parents, who disapproved of the inter-community marriage between a Punjabi and a Tamilian.

Career Achievements

Sudha Chandran's career spans both film and television, earning her numerous awards, including:

• Special Jury Award for "Mayuri" in 1986
• Indian Television Academy Award in 2005
• Asianet Television Award in 2013
• Best Character Actress for "Aardram" in 2013
• Vijay Television Awards in 2014 and 2015 for "Deivam Thandha Veedu"
• Golden Petal Awards for "Naagin" and "Naagin 2" in 2017

FAQs

Is "Mayuri" a real story?
Yes, "Mayuri" is based on Sudha Chandran's life. She plays the lead role, depicting her journey of losing her leg in an accident in 1981 and her triumphant return as a dancer with the help of a Jaipur foot.

Why is Sudha Chandran famous?
Sudha Chandran regained her mobility with the Jaipur foot prosthetic after her leg amputation. After a two-year hiatus, she resumed dancing and performed across India and internationally, including the UAE, Canada, the UK, Saudi Arabia, the USA, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, Yemen, and Bahrain. Her inspiring story is taught in schools to motivate students.

Is Sudha Chandran married?
Yes, Sudha Chandran is married to assistant director Ravi Dang.

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