Bhanumathi Ramakrishna

P. Bhanumathi Ramakrishna was an Indian actress, director, singer, producer, music director, novelist and lyricist. She is regarded as the first female super star of Telugu cinema. Bhanumathi appeared in over 100 films predominantly in Telugu and Tamil languages. She was awarded the Padma Bhushan in 2001 for her contribution to the Indian cinema. She was honored among "women in cinema" at the 30th International Film Festival of India.