Kollangudi Karuppayee (Template:Lang-ta) is a Tamil folk singer who has also performed in films.[1] She is considered one of the pioneers of Tamil folk music;[2] as the first of her genre and background to perform in films, she served as an inspiration for many other folk artistes.[3][4] She started her career as a performer on All India Radio about thirty years before her foray into films.[5] She is a recipient of the prestigious Kalaimamani award for her contributions to music.[6]
Filmography
In Movies
| Year | Film[7] | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Aan Paavam | ||
| 1987 | Ayusu Nooru | ||
| 1987 | Yettiku Potti | ||
| 1996 | Gopala Gopala | 2001 | Kabadi Kabadi |
As Singer
| Year | Song | Film[8] |
|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Peraandi | Aan Paavam |
| 1985 | Otti Vandha | Aan Paavam |
| 1985 | Koothu Pakka | Aan Paavam |
| 1985 | Chaaya Cheelai | Aan Paavam |
| 1985 | Arasapatti | Aan Paavam |
| 1987 | Enga Ooru Nalla Ooru | Yettiku Potti |
| 1997 | Kananguruvi kootukullae | Aahaa Enna Porutham |
Her husband died in front of her eyes on their way to Madurai for a song recording, this tragedic incident made her bedridden and shut cine offers, later her daughter also died in a road accident which made her a more weak mentally. Now this legend is being taken care by the youths of her society.
References
- ↑ [{{{url}}} A fete for all to enjoy]. The Hindu(March 18, 2003).
- ↑ கரிசல் கிருட்டிணசாமி (Karisal Krishnaswamy). திண்ணை (Thinnai)({Template:Date).
- ↑ [{{{url}}} Of the unexpected break]. The Hindu(September 15, 2007).
- ↑ Throaty treat. The Hindu(January 21, 2004).
- ↑ In tune with the times. The Hindu(October 22, 2004).
- ↑ Her life reflects reel life tragedy. The Hindu(March 30, 2003).
- ↑ Filmography of Kollangudi Karuppayi. www.cinesouth.com.
- ↑ Tamil - Songs by Kollangudi Karupayi. www.thiraipaadal.com.