N. C. Vasanthakokilam is a well-known acting recognized for their work in movies and TV shows. Over the years, they have gained popularity for their performances, versatility, and contribution to the entertainment industry. On CinemaToday, you can explore detailed information about their biography, career, movies, and TV appearances.
Nagapattinam Chandrashekharan Vasanthakokilam (1919 – 7 November 1951) was a Carnatic singer and actress. Her work included the performances of kritis by Tyagaraja and Muthuswami Dikshitar and in the years after Indian independence, she helped popularise the famous mystic poet of Tamil Nadu, Kavi Yogi Maharishi Dr. Shuddhananda Bharati's songs. She died of tuberculosis in 1951. NCV was born as Kamakshi in Irinjalakkuda, Cochin State of British India, the present Kerala. Her family then shifted to Nagapattinam. Her father, Chandrashekhara Iyer sent her under the tutelage of Nagapattinam 'Jalra' Gopala Iyer, an accompanist in Harikatha performances. In 1936, the family moved to Madras, where she started giving concerts. She won the first prize in vocal music at the Madras Music Academy annual conference of 1938, which was presided over by Ariyakudi Ramanuja Iyengar and declared open by the Yuvaraja of Mysore.
N. C. Vasanthakokilam has appeared in several movies across different genres. Their filmography reflects a wide range of performances and memorable roles.
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Apr 13, 1946
