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South India's Iconic Voice Unveiled
15 Apr
Summary
- Singer K S Chithra boasts over 25,000 song credits.
- She has won 6 National Film Awards and 2 Padma honors.
- Chithra's career spans over four decades in music.
K S Chithra, a legendary singer, has cemented her place in the music industry over a career of more than four decades. Born in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, on July 27, 1963, Chithra's musical journey began with formal Carnatic training, encouraged by her musician father.
Her career took flight in the 1980s after being discovered by music director M. G. Radhakrishnan. Chithra has since lent her voice to numerous films across Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada, collaborating with industry stalwarts like Ilaiyaraaja and A. R. Rahman.
Chithra's immense talent has earned her widespread acclaim, including 6 National Film Awards for Best Female Playback Singer. She was also honored with the Padma Shri in 2005 and the Padma Bhushan in 2021, two of India's highest civilian awards.
Known for her humility and preference for staying out of the limelight, K S Chithra continues to be an active and influential presence in the music world. Her debut in Malayalam films set the stage for a prolific and award-winning career.
