Suhasini Maniratnam known commonly as Suhasini, is an Indian actress known for her works in Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Hindi films. She made her film debut in 1980 with the Tamil film Nenjathai Killathe, for which she won the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Actress. Suhasini won the National Film Award for Best Actress for the Tamil film Sindhu Bhairavi in 1986.
Suhasini began her career as a camera assistant to Ashok Kumar, but it was in her destiny to become an actress. Suhasini Maniratnam was launched into films with ‘Nenjathai Killathe’ released in the year 1980 in the Tamil Language. She was pushed to Malayalam movies through Padmarajan’s Koodevide 1983. Her pairing with Vishnuvardhan is considered as one of the best and also unique in South Indian films. The pair have acted together in various blockbuster movies which include the likes of Bandhana, Muthina Haara, Himapatha, Mathad Mathad Mallige, Hendthig Helthini, and School Master.
Suhasini Maniratnam Bio/ Wiki
| Birth Name | Suhasini Maniratnam |
| Nick Name | Suhasini Charuhasan |
| Age | (as in 2023) 62 Years |
| Debut | Film: Nenjathai Killathe (1980) |
| Religion | Atheist |
| Sun Sign/Zodiac Sign | Leo |
| Birth Place | Paramakudi, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Date of Birth | 15 August 1961 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Residence | Not Known |
| Home Town | Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
| Hobbies | Singing, Traveling |
Family |
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| Mother's Name | Not Known |
| Father's Name | Charuhasan |
| Brother | Not Known |
| Sister | Nandini Charuhaasan, Subhashini Charuhaasan |
Boyfriends/Affairs |
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| Affairs/Boyfriends | Not Known |
Marital Status, Husband and Children |
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| Husband/Spouse | Maniratnam (Film Director) |
| Marriage Date | Year: 1988 |
| Children | Nandan |
Education |
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| School | Government School, Chennai, India |
| College/University | Queen Mary’s College, Chennai, India and Madras Film Institute, India |
| Educational Qualification | Graduate In Cinematography |
| Profession | Actress, Director |
| Brands Endorsed | Not Known |
| Career Manager | Not Known |
Height, Weight, and Figure Measurements |
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| Height (Approx.) | in centimeters- 165 cm in meters- 1.65 m in feet inches- 5’ 5” |
| Weight (Approx.) | in kilograms- 60 kg in pounds- 132 lbs |
Figure Measurements |
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| Breast Size | 36 |
| Hips Size | 36 |
| Waist Size | 28 |
Extra Ordinary Features |
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| Race / Ethnicity | Not Known |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Eye Color | Brown |
| S*xual Orientation | Not Known |
| Dress Size | Not Known |
| Shoe Size | Not Known |
Favourite Things |
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| Favourite Actress | Rekha |
| Favourite Actors | Kamal Haasan, Naseeruddin Shah |
| Favorite Filmmaker | Satyajit Ray, Victoria De Sica, K Balachander, Late Shankar Nag |
| Favorite Painter | Rembrandt, Ravi Verma |
| Controversies | In 2005, three cases filed against her for supporting actress Khushboo on her comment on pre-marital s*x. |
Family
Suhasini was born to actor Charuhasan, in Paramakudi, into the prominent Haasan family. She married film director Mani Ratnam in 1988 and the couple has a son Nandan born in 1992.
She is a self-described atheist. In an interview, she said, “I don’t believe in God, in prayer, in going to temples begging God to give me and my family happiness.”
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Suhasini Maniratnam Net Worth
Facts about Suhasini Maniratnam, net worth & earnings are updated in 2023. Suhasini Maniratnam’s net worth based on the recent statistical data from various wealth, net worth, and income sources.
| Estimated Net Worth in 2023 (Approx) | $5 Million |
| Estimated Net Worth in 2022 (Approx) | $178,000 |
| Estimated Net Worth in 2021 (Approx) | Under Review |
| Annual Salary | Under Review |
| Income Source | Actress, Director |
It is only estimated that Suhasini Maniratnamhas a net worth of $5 million as of 2023.
A student of cinematography from the M.G.R. Government Film and Television Training Institute, Suhasini started her career as a camera assistant to Ashok Kumar and went on to become an actress. Suhasini has acted in Telugu, Malayalam, Tamil, and Kannada films. She started her career as a make-up artist for several leading actors.
Her first Kannada movie was K. Balachandars ‘Benkiyalli Aralida Hoovu’ but she got stardom through ‘Bandhana'(1984) with Vishnuvardhan in the lead role, and it was a blockbuster hit. Her Kannada films Muthina Haara (1990) with Vishnuvardhan, directed by Rajendra Singh Babu, Benkiyalli Aralida Hoovu (1983), directed by K. Balachander, Hendithghelthini and Amruthavarshini were huge hits.
Her collaboration with Vishnuvardhan is considered one of the best in the Kannada cinema. The duo has acted together in many blockbuster films that include Bandhana, Suprabhatha, Muthina Haara, Hendthig Helthini, Himapatha, Mathad Mathad Mallige, and School Master.
She was introduced to Malayalam cinema through Padmarajan’s Koodevide (1983), which also featured Mammootty. Her role in the AFI Fest-nominated feature Vanaprastham (1999), which starred Mohanlal, was particularly well received.
She won the National Film Award for Best Actress in 1986 for her role in the 1985 Tamil film Sindhu Bhairavi, directed by K. Balachander. In 1996, Suhasini stepped into direction with Indira. She also wrote the screenplay. The project was produced by G. V. Films.
Suhasini and her husband Mani Ratnam are involved in the running of their production company Madras Talkies, with G. Srinivasan. She is also an anchor on Zee Tamil TV Channel for a talk show interviewing famous movie personalities.
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Suhasini Maniratnam Filmography
Kannada Movies |
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| 2019 | Ayushmanbhava Yaana |
| 2018 | Ambi Ning Vayassaytho Nandhini Prema Baraha |
| 2017 | Vismaya Mrs. Immanuel Masti Gudi Chief Minister |
| 2016 | Naani Preethiyalli Sahaja Viraat Chief Minister |
| 2015 | Masterpiece Durga Rebel |
| 2014 | Sachin! Tendulkar Alla |
| 2013 | Myna Doctor |
| 2011 | Mathond Madhuvena Malavika |
| 2010 | Deadly-2 Sanju Weds Geetha School Master Sneha Eradane Maduve Malavika |
| 2007 | Maathaad Maathaadu Mallige Kanaka |
| 2006 | Mohini 9886788888 |
| 2005 | O Gulabiye |
| 2003 | Annavru |
| 2001 | Ellara Mane Dosenu |
| 2000 | Swalpa Adjust Madkolli Yaarige Saluthe Sambala |
| 1999 | Vishwa Indu |
| 1998 | Hendthigheltheeni Radha |
| 1997 | Ganga Yamuna Yamuna Amrutha Varshini Veena |
| 1995 | Himapatha Sumithra |
| 1991 | Usha Usha |
| 1990 | Muthina Haara Annapurna |
| 1988 | Suprabhatha Hema |
| 1986 | Hosa Neeru Bhavana |
| 1984 | Bandhana Dr. Nandhini |
| 1983 | Benkiyalli Aralida Hoovu Kavitha |
Telugu Movies |
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| 2019 | Suryakantham Supriya Yatra Sabitha Indra Reddy |
| 2018 | Satya Gang Touch Chesi Chudu Shalini’s mother Tholi Prema Aditya’s mother |
| 2017 | Okkadu Migiladu |
| 2014 | Legend Jaidev’s mother |
| 2013 | Minugurulu Collector Baadshah Mother of N. T. Rama Rao |
| 2012 | Uu Kodathara? Ulikki Padathara? Suguna Gabbar Singh Gabbar Singh’s mother Sri Vasavi Vaibhavam Goddess Kanyaka Parameshwar |
| 2010 | Varudu Sandy’s mother Leader Rajeswari Devi |
| 2008 | Amma Cheppindi Bose’s mother |
| 2007 | Sri Mahalakshmi Lakshmi’s sister |
| 2006 | Rakhi Meenakshi Iyer Seethakoka Chiluka Collector |
| 2004 | Dost Snehalatha Pedababu Pedababu’s mother |
| 2003 | Abhimanyu Janaki |
| 2001 | Nuvvu Naaku Nachav Sujatha |
| 2000 | Sakutumba Saparivaara Sametam |
| 1998 | Manasichi Choodu Ooyala |
| 1997 | Egire Paavurama Yashodhamma Pelli Pandiri Dr. Prabhavathi |
| 1996 | Ramudochadu Arundathi |
| 1994 | Shubhalagnam Meena |
| 1993 | Ratha Sarathi Dr. Shakunthala |
| 1992 | Akka Mogudu |
| 1990 | Chuttalabbai |
| 1989 | Amma Bala Gopaludu Rekha Mamathala Kovela |
| 1988 | Aakhari Poratam Sunadha Mala Marana Mrudangam Uthpala Ramudu Bheemudu Swathi Manchi Donga Madhavi Varasudochhadu Annapurna Bharya Bhartalu |
| 1987 | Aradhana Jennifer Lawyer Suhasini Suhasini Gouthami Gouthami Punnami Chandrudu Punya Dampathulu Samsaram Oka Chadarangam Uma President Gari Abbai Latha Thene Manasulu |
| 1986 | Kirathakudu Swetha Sirivennela Subhashini Shanti Nivasam Rakshasudu Sumatri Sravana Sandhya Chantabbai Jwala Nirdhoshi |
| 1985 | Sravanthi Sravanthi Jackie Dampatyam Dr.Lalitha Bullet Tene Manasulu Maharaju Manglya Bandham Muddula Manavaralu Kongumudi |
| 1984 | Swati Swathi Illalu Priyuralu Manishiko Charitra Bava Maradallu Adigo Alladigo Justice Chakravarthy Lakshmi Mangammagari Manavadu Malli Intiguttu Aparadhi Challenge Lakshmi |
| 1983 | Mukku Pudaka Mangatayaru Subha Muhurtham Muddula Mogudu Sarala Maga Maharaju Bahudoorapu Batasari Subhashini |
| 1982 | Manchu Pallaki Gita Mr Bharath |
| 1981 | Kotha Jeevithalu |
Tamil Movies |
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| 2020 | Oh Andha Naatkal |
| 2019 | Kee Boomerang |
| 2018 | Abhi & Anu Sollividava |
| 2017 | Chennaiyil Oru Naal 2 Solo Nibunan |
| 2015 | Kanchana 2 |
| 2014 | Ramanujan |
| 2011 | Seedan |
| 2010 | Thillalangadi Thambikku Indha Ooru |
| 2009 | Balam Kadhalukku Maranamillai |
| 2008 | Aegan |
| 2007 | Satham Podathey |
| 2006 | Ilavattam |
| 2004 | Shock |
| 2003 | Eera Nilam Vaseegara |
| 2001 | Chocolate Paarvai Ondre Podhume |
| 1997 | Uyirinum Melaaga Nandhini |
| 1996 | Irattai Roja |
| 1993 | Chinna Kannamma |
| 1989 | En Purushanthaan Enakku Mattumthaan Thendral Puyalanadhu |
| 1988 | En Bommukutty Ammavukku Dharmathin Thalaivan |
| 1987 | Dhoorathu Pachai Ananda Aradhanai Manathil Uruthi Vendum |
| 1986 | Paalaivana Rojakkal |
| 1985 | Sindhu Bhairavi |
| 1984 | Puthiya Sangamam |
| 1983 | Thai Veedu Apoorva Sahodarigal Poikkal Kudhirai Oru Indhiya Kanavu Uruvangal Maralam Veetile Raman Velile Krishnan |
| 1982 | Gopurangal Saivathillai Agaya Gangai Nandri, Meendum Varuga Kalyana Kalam Lottery Ticket Thottal Sudum Azhagiya Kanney Marumagale Vazhga |
| 1981 | Palaivana Solai Madhumalar Kudumbam Oru Kadambam Deiva Thirumanangal |
| 1980 | Nenjathai Killathe |
Malayalam Movies |
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| 2020 | Marakkar Arabikadalinte Simham |
| 2018 | Abhiyude Kadha Anuvinteyum |
| 2017 | Solo |
| 2015 | Salt Mango Tree Love 24x7 |
| 2013 | Kalimannu |
| 2009 | Makante Achan Nammal Thammil Vilapangalkkappuram |
| 2006 | Pachakuthira |
| 2005 | Vacation |
| 2002 | Nammal |
| 2001 | Theerthadanam |
| 1999 | Vanaprastham Varnachirukukal |
| 1997 | Bhaaratheeyam |
| 1993 | Samooham |
| 1989 | Oru Sayahnathinte Swapnam |
| 1988 | Oohakachavadam |
| 1987 | Manivathoorile Aayiram Sivarathrikal Ezhuthapurangal |
| 1986 | Rakkuyilin Ragasadassil Pranamam |
| 1985 | Katha Ithuvare |
| 1984 | Ente Upasana Aarorumariyathe Aksharangal Unni Vanna Divasam Thathamme Poocha Poocha |
| 1983 | Adaminte Vaariyellu Koodevide? |
| 1980 | Pappu |
Facts
- She was born into a famous Filmy background in Tamil Nadu. She is the cousin of Shruti Haasan and Akshara Haasan.
- After completing schooling, she took admission to B.Sc Physics but one year later left it and joined the Madras Film Institute to studying cinematography.
- When she was at Madras Film Institute, she was the only girl to graduate in cinematography.
- She entered the film industry as a camera assistant and a make-up artist.
- She made her successful acting debut as a lead actress in the movie Nenjathai Killathe in 1980.
- Suhasini is predominantly known for her works in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam movies. Apart from being a good actress, she is a make-up artist, hairstylist, dialogue writer, singer, hostess, producer, and film director as well. Suhasini Maniratnam As A Hostess
- She is a prominent spokesperson in many organizations and institutes. Suhasini, A Prominent Spokesperson
- She has also launched her music albums including Aandhra Vaibhavam, Siddayya Kadha Ganam, and more.
- She has been the jury member at many awards shows and functions including the ninth Indian Film Festival Stuttgart in 2012 in Germany.
- She doesn’t believe in God but she is a philanthropist. She is associated with several charities and foundations such as Ability Foundation, Action Aid, Srinidhi Chidambaram’s Health Trust, and Mukti.
- Her notable performance came into the movies such as Sindhu Bhairavi, Muthina Haara, Nuvvu Naaku Nachav, Amrutha Varshini, Theerthadanam, and Gabbar Singh.
FAQ’s
Who Is Suhasini Daughter?
She Does Not Have Any Daughter.
How Is Kamal Haasan Related To Suhasini?
Mani Ratnam Is Married To Suhasini, Who Is The Daughter Of Charuhasan, Kamal Haasan’s Older Brother. That Makes Kamal Haasan Uncle To Both Suhasini As Well As Mani Ratnam.
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