Legendary South Indian actress Sowcar Janaki took her last breath in Chennai on August 21, following age-related health issues and complications. The news of the famous star's death marks a major loss to Tamil cinema, including CM Vijay and Kamal Haasan, recalling Janaki's contributions and paying their last respects. The actress had been admitted to the ICU days before her death due to an unspecified illness.<h2>CM Vijay, Kamal Haasan, and more paid their last respects to Sowcar Janaki</h2>The untimely demise of Sowkar Janaki has sent shockwaves among fans and across the Tamil film industry. To pay their final respects, Chief Minister Vijay, Kamal Haasan, and others took to social media to remember and honour the legendary actress's celebrated career.&nbsp;Newly elected Tamil Nadu CM Vijay expressed grief on Janaki's death and wrote, "Upon learning the news of the passing of Mrs Sowcar Janaki, the veteran film actress who, through her unique performances, had carved an indelible place in the hearts of audiences across generations, I am filled with profound shock and sorrow."

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">பழம்பெரும் திரைப்பட நடிகையும், தனது தனித்துவமான நடிப்பால் பல தலைமுறை ரசிகர்களின் மனதில் நீங்கா இடம்பிடித்தவருமான திருமதி சௌகார் ஜானகி அவர்கள் உடல்நலக்குறைவால் காலமானார் என்ற செய்தியை அறிந்து மிகுந்த அதிர்ச்சியும், வேதனையும் அடைந்தேன். திரைத்துறையில் 70 ஆண்டுகளுக்கும் மேலாகப்…&mdash; CMOTamilNadu (@CMOTamilnadu) <a href="https://x.com/CMOTamilnadu/status/2090739952950874244?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 21, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

His heartfelt note also mentioned her extravagant contribution to the film industry, which lasted over 70 years. It read, "Her artistic contributions, spanning over 70 years in the film industry and breathing life into countless characters, will forever be cherished and celebrated. Having acted in films across various languages, including Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi, she achieved remarkable feats and received numerous accolades, including the Padma Shri Award, Kalaimamani Award, Nandi Award, and others. The demise of Mrs. Sowcar Janaki represents an irreplaceable loss to the film world."&nbsp;Conveying his deepest condolences to her family and relatives, CM Vijay concludes his note by writing, "I convey my deepest condolences to her grieving family, relatives, members of the film fraternity, and fans, and pray that her soul rests in peace at the divine feet of the Lord."&nbsp;Superstar Kamal Haasan also took to his X official account and wrote a bidding note, which read, "From the film *‘Looking at it would quench hunger’* to spanning four decades, we have worked together in many films. She was the mother, I the child. The irreplaceable acting artist of South Indian cinema, Sowcar Janaki."

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">‘பார்த்தால் பசி தீரும்’ படம் தொடங்கி நாற்பதாண்டுக் காலப்பரப்பில் பல படங்கள் இணைந்து பணியாற்றியுள்ளோம். அவர் அம்மா, நான் பிள்ளை. தென்னிந்தியத் திரையின் தவிர்க்கவியலாத நடிப்புக் கலைஞர் சௌகார் ஜானகி. அன்றைய கதாநாயகர்கள் அத்தனை பேரோடும் நடித்தவர். என் ஆசிரியர் கே.பாலசந்தரின்…&mdash; Kamal Haasan (@ikamalhaasan) <a href="https://x.com/ikamalhaasan/status/2090738387431080314?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 21, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

He further noted that "She acted with all the heroes of that time. She was the preferred choice of my guru, K. Balachander. She has passed away. A maternal image has departed. I bid her farewell with tears."&nbsp;Choreographer and director Prabhu Deva joined the list of film stars and public figures in mourning the death of veteran South Indian actress Sowcar Janaki. Taking to X, Prabhudeva shared a rare photo of Janaki and wrote, "RIP, Sowcar Janaki Amma. 🙏"

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">RIP, Sowcar Janaki Amma. 🙏 <a href="https://t.co/G1M5xyC6UL">pic.twitter.com/G1M5xyC6UL</a>&mdash; Prabhudheva (@PDdancing) <a href="https://x.com/PDdancing/status/2090743762784076142?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 21, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Chiranjeevi also wrote about Janaki. Written in Telugu, his note, translated into English, read, "The news of the demise of the renowned actress and Padma Shri awardee Srividya Janaki garu has caused immense sorrow."&nbsp;"Her illustrious cinematic journey, which began with the film ‘Shavukaru,’ spanned nearly seven decades across Telugu, Tamil, and several other languages. With her natural acting, she breathed life into diverse roles and earned an indelible place in audiences' hearts. She was a great actress whose contributions to the Indian film industry will remain unforgettable," Chiranjeevi added.&nbsp;The megastar concluded his note by writing, "Praying to the Almighty for eternal peace to the soul of Srividya Janaki garu, I convey my deepest condolences to her family members and fans. Om Shanti 🙏"

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">ప్రముఖ నటి, పద్మశ్రీ షావుకారు జానకి గారు ఇకలేరనే వార్త ఎంతో బాధ కలిగించింది. ‘షావుకారు’ చిత్రంతో మొదలైన ఆమె సుదీర్ఘ సినీ ప్రస్థానం తెలుగు, తమిళంతో పాటు పలు భాషల్లో దాదాపు ఏడు దశాబ్దాలపాటు కొనసాగింది. వైవిధ్యమైన పాత్రలకు తన సహజమైన నటనతో ప్రాణం పోసి, ప్రేక్షకుల హృదయాల్లో చెరగని…&mdash; Chiranjeevi Konidela (@KChiruTweets) <a href="https://x.com/KChiruTweets/status/2090746829365530722?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 21, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Jr NTR also took to X and posted a tribute to Janaki in Telugu, writing, “The news of the passing of Sowcar Janaki garu, who left an indelible mark on the Telugu and Indian film industries, is deeply saddening. Her cinematic journey and the roles she portrayed will remain in our memories forever. Praying for her soul to rest in peace, I extend my deepest condolences to her family members.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">తెలుగు మరియు భారతీయ సినీ రంగంలో తనదైన ముద్ర వేసిన షావుకారు జానకి గారి మరణవార్త ఎంతో బాధ కలిగించింది. జానకి గారి సినీ ప్రయాణం, ఆమె పోషించిన పాత్రలు ఎప్పటికీ మన జ్ఞాపకాల్లో నిలిచిపోతాయి. వారి ఆత్మకు శాంతి చేకూరాలని ప్రార్థిస్తూ… కుటుంబ సభ్యులకు నా ప్రగాఢ సానుభూతి. 🙏&mdash; Jr NTR (@tarak9999) <a href="https://x.com/tarak9999/status/2090734674444480897?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 21, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>About Sowcar Janaki</h2>For the unversed, Sowcar Janaki was a legendary Indian actress who acted in nearly 400 films across Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam cinema over a seven-decade career. Some of her popular classics are Iru Kodugal, Pudhiya Paravai, Paar Magale Paar, and Thillu Mullu.&nbsp;With her stellar career, the actress was honoured with India's fourth-highest civilian award, the Padma Shri, and also received state and regional awards such as the Kalaimamani Award and the Nandi Awards.&nbsp;

Legendary actress Sowcar Janaki’s demise has left the South Indian film industry mourning. On August 21, the actress took her last breath following age-related health issues and complications. Several public figures came forward to pay their last respects to the legendary actress. 

Legendary South Indian actress Sowcar Janaki took her last breath in Chennai on August 21, following age-related health issues and complications. The news of the famous star's death marks a major loss to Tamil cinema, including CM Vijay and Kamal Haasan, recalling Janaki's contributions and paying their last respects. The actress had been admitted to the ICU days before her death due to an unspecified illness. CM Vijay, Kamal Haasan, and more paid their last respects to Sowcar Janaki The untimely demise of Sowkar Janaki has sent shockwaves among fans and across the Tamil film industry. To pay their final respects, Chief Minister Vijay, Kamal Haasan, and others took to social media to remember and honour the legendary actress's celebrated career. Newly elected Tamil Nadu CM Vijay expressed grief on Janaki's death and wrote, "Upon learning the news of the passing of Mrs Sowcar Janaki, the veteran film actress who, through her unique performances, had carved an indelible place in the hearts of audiences across generations, I am filled with profound shock and sorrow."

Legendary actress Sowcar Janaki’s demise has left the South Indian film industry mourning. On August 21, the actress took her last breath following age-related health issues and complications. Several public figures came forward to pay their last respects to the legendary actress.&nbsp;

Sowcar Janaki death: CM Vijay, Kamal Haasan and others pay last respects to legendary actress

As the Ministry of Home Affairs released its list of Padma award winners on Tuesday, under the art category, veteran actors Victor Banerjee, Sowcar Janaki and filmmaker Chandraprakash Dwivedi have been honoured for their stellar work. 
 
Victor was honoured with the Padma Bhushan award for his work spanning almost five decades. He has won a National Award for his performance in Satyajit Ray's 'Ghare Baire'. 
 
Sowcar, who will be awarded the Padma Shri, has acted in over 450 films across languages like Tamil, Kannada, and Telugu. Her work includes films like, 'Panam Padaithavan', 'Thaikku Thalaimagan', among others. 
 
Chandraprakash, best known for directing the 1991 series, 'Chanakya', was also among the Padma Shri winners.&nbsp; 
His other works include 'Mohalla Assi', 'Pinjar' and 'Z Plus'. He is also directing Akshay Kumar's upcoming film 'Prithviraj'. 
 
The Padma Awards are presented in three categories: Padma Vibhushan (for exceptional and distinguished service), Padma Bhushan (distinguished service of higher-order) and Padma Shri (distinguished service). 
 
The award seeks to recognise achievements in all fields of activities or disciplines where an element of public service is involved.&nbsp;

As the Ministry of Home Affairs released its list of Padma award winners on Tuesday, under the art category, veteran actors Victor Banerjee, Sowcar Janaki and filmmaker Chandraprakash Dwivedi have been honoured for their stellar work.

As the Ministry of Home Affairs released its list of Padma award winners on Tuesday, under the art category, veteran actors Victor Banerjee, Sowcar Janaki and filmmaker Chandraprakash Dwivedi have been honoured for their stellar work. Victor was honoured with the Padma Bhushan award for his work spanning almost five decades. He has won a National Award for his performance in Satyajit Ray's 'Ghare Baire'. Sowcar, who will be awarded the Padma Shri, has acted in over 450 films across languages like Tamil, Kannada, and Telugu. Her work includes films like, 'Panam Padaithavan', 'Thaikku Thalaimagan', among others. Chandraprakash, best known for directing the 1991 series, 'Chanakya', was also among the Padma Shri winners. His other works include 'Mohalla Assi', 'Pinjar' and 'Z Plus'. He is also directing Akshay Kumar's upcoming film 'Prithviraj'. The Padma Awards are presented in three categories: Padma Vibhushan (for exceptional and distinguished service), Padma Bhushan (distinguished service of higher-order) and Padma Shri (distinguished service). The award seeks to recognise achievements in all fields of activities or disciplines where an element of public service is involved.

Victor Banerjee, Sowcar Janaki, Chandraprakash Dwivedi to be conferred with Padma awards

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Sowcar Janaki death: CM Vijay, Kamal Haasan and others pay last respects to legendary actress

Victor Banerjee, Sowcar Janaki, Chandraprakash Dwivedi to be conferred with Padma awards