‘Sowcar’ Janaki had a memorable role in Malayalam in Soorya Manasam
In Soorya Manasam (1992), she played Mariya, the loving mother of Putturumees, an intellectually challenged man played by Mammootty
Veteran actor Sankaramanchi Janaki, popularly known as 'Sowcar' Janaki, breathed her last at a private hospital in Chennai on Friday at the age of 94. Although she was predominantly active in Tamil and Telugu cinema, her brief stint in Malayalam film industry left a lasting impression. In Soorya Manasam (1992), Janaki played Mariya, the devoted mother of Putturumees, an intellectually challenged character played by Mammootty.
Her portrayal of Mariya's mental fortitude was lauded by the audience. Janaki's journey in Kannada cinema spanned multiple generations and included iconic actors. Despite the character of Putturumees being ridiculed, Janaki's performance stood out. Known by her screen name 'Sowcar' since her debut in Shavukaru (1950), Janaki had an extensive career that saw her portray diverse roles till 2023, with brief breaks in between. She was honored with the Padma Shri by the Indian Government in 2022 in New Delhi.
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