B Saroja Devi Dies: From Padma Bhushan to NTR Award, All Her Major Honours
Veteran actress B. Saroja Devi, a legendary figure in Indian cinema, has passed away. Celebrated for her versatile performances, she received numerous honours, including the Padma Bhushan, Padma Shri, and two NTR National Awards during her illustrious career.
Lifetime Achievement Award from the Government of India (2008)
For her historic contributions to Indian cinema, she was bestowed with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award by the Government of India in 2008.
Padma Bhushan (1992)
The Government of India, in 1992, conferred upon her the Padma Bhushan, the third-highest civilian honour of India, in recognition of her outstanding merit in arts and cinema.
Padma Shri (1969)
The Indian government honoured her with the Padma Shri in 1969 in recognition of her outstanding efforts and dedication to Indian film and cultural heritage.
Abhinya Saraswathy - By Government of Karnataka (1965)
She was conferred the title "Abhinya Saraswathy" by the Government of Karnataka in 1965, admiring her presence, classical beauty, and mesmerising personality projecting through all of South Indian cinema.
Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Actress for Kula Vilakku (1969)
This award was presented to her for her portrayal of a sensitive and powerful role in the critically acclaimed film, Kula Vilakku.
Abhinandana-Kanchana Mala Award – Karnataka State (1980)
The Karnataka government honoured her with the Abhinandana-Kanchana Mala award in 1980 for her long-standing excellence and influence in the Kannada film industry.
Other awards
Kalaimamani Lifetime Achievement Award by the Government of Tamil Nadu (2009), Dr Rajkumar Lifetime Achievement Award by the Government of Karnataka (2009), NTR National Award from the Government of Andhra Pradesh for the second time, for the year 2009, NTR National Award from the Andhra Pradesh Government for the year 2001, Tamil Nadu Government's MGR Award (1993), Karnataka Government's Rajyotsava award (1988), Lifetime Achievement award by Prajavani Cine Sammana (2024), Natya Kaladhar Award— Tamil cinema, by Bharat Kalachar, Chennai (2009), NTR award for remarkable achievement by Karnataka Telugu Academy (2007), Rotary Sivaji Award by the Charitable Trust and Rotary Club of Chennai (2007), Honorary Doctorate from Bangalore University (2006), Vijay Award for Contribution to Tamil Cinema (2006), Dinakaran Award for All-round Achievement (2003), Lifetime Achievement Awards by Cinema Express in Chennai (1997), Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award – South (1994).
