Jayalalithaa
Jayalalithaa was a flamboyant and controversial politician who made a significant impact in Indian politics.
Political Figure
February 24, 1948
December 05, 2016
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Jayalalithaa, a distinguished Indian actress, politician, and philanthropist, served as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. She was recognized for her significant contributions to the state’s economy, infrastructure, and the well-being of women and children. Among her most notable films are “Chandrodhayam,” “Muthu Engal Sothu,” and “Uthama Purushan.” In 1989, she was appointed as the leader of the AIADMK party and was subsequently reelected as Chief Minister four times. Jayalalithaa was also a skilled classical dancer, proficient in Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Mohiniyattam, and Manipuri. Notably, she was one of India’s most extravagant and contentious politicians.