Veteran Actress R. Subbalakshmi Passes Away at 87.

Obituary | Dated: 03 Dec 2025

Veteran Malayalam actress and musician R. Subbalakshmi passed away at the age of 87 in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. She was widely known for her roles in Malayalam cinema, often portraying grandmotherly figures with wit and charm. She was also a trained Carnatic musician and a dubbing artist.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • She made her acting debut in the film "Nandanam" (2002) and went on to act in over 75 films including Tamil and Telugu movies.
  • Before entering cinema, she worked as a music and dance instructor at Jawahar Balabhavan.
  • She gained immense popularity for her performance in the film "Kalyanaraman".

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Person: R. Subbalakshmi.
  • Profession: Actress and Musician.
  • Industry: Malayalam Cinema.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

R. Subbalakshmi, who recently passed away, was primarily associated with which regional cinema?

Correct Answer: Malayalam

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About Kerala

  • Capital – Thiruvananthapuram
  • CM – Pinarayi Vijayan