Veteran actress Sowcar Janaki is in critical condition and on ventilator support in the ICU of a Chennai private hospital. The 95 year old was admitted a week ago for respiratory issues. Her health worsened on August 19 night and doctors shifted her to ICU for close monitoring. Doctors are continuously tracking her vitals and providing intensive care. Janaki resides in Alwarpet Chennai and has faced age related health issues. Family members and fans are praying for her recovery. Hospital sources state that official updates on her condition are awaited
. Her health worsened on August 19 night and doctors shifted her to ICU for close monitoring.
Doctors are continuously tracking her vitals and providing intensive care. Janaki resides in Alwarpet Chennai and has faced age related health issues. Family members and fans are praying for her recovery. Hospital sources state that official updates on her condition are awaited and treatment is ongoing.
Janaki debuted in 1950 with Sowcar and kept the name as screen identity. She acted in over 400 films across Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam. She shared screen with Sivaji Ganesan, MGR and Gemini Ganesan. Known for lead and character roles, she earned wide audience admiration.
For her decades of service to cinema, the Government of India honoured her with Padma Shri in 2022. Born in 1931 in Andhra Pradesh, she became a household name in South Indian films. Fans and industry colleagues wish her speedy recovery amid ongoing medical treatment.