Silk Smitha Birth anniversary: Biopic on actress announced, Chandrika Ravi to essay the titular role

Actress and dancer Silk Smitha's biopic has been announced and title role in film will be essayed by Chandrika Ravi, who appeared in Nandamuri Balakrishna’s Veera Simha Reddy. first poster of film was also released by makers as title on it re, Chandrika Ravi as Silk Smitha- Untold Story. Silk predominantly worked in Tamil and Telugu film industries and was known for her erotic roles onscreen.  

Chandrika Ravi's first look as Silk Smitha

On occasion of Silk Smitha's birth anniversary, biopic on famed actress was announced. Due to her bold roles onscreen, she earned title of a sex symbol. Chandrika, who will essay le role, was seen flirting with camera as she aimed to channel her inner Silk Smitha. She sported classic Silk Smitha hairstyle and even nailed sensual expressions.

yet-untitled film will be released in Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam and Kanna languages. Interestingly, a few movies based on Silk Smitha’s life have alrey come out earlier. What new will Chandrika starrer have to offer will be interesting to look forward to.

Silk Smitha's life and times

Vijayalakshmi Vlapati popularly known as Silk Smitha started her career. She became one of India's most popular sex symbol of 1980s and early 1990s, as well as one of most sought-after erotic actresses in South Indian cinema in 1980s. Her tragic death was one aspect that fans could not wrap ir hes around. After completing a film's shoot. Silm came back to her and next day was found hanging her home. According to reports, her death remains an unsolved mystery till today.

Most notably, Vidya Balan portrayed Silk Smitha in 2009 film Dirty Picture. In 2012, Vidya earned a National Award for Best Actress for her role as Silk in Milan Luthria directorial.