Legendary actor Jayanthi passes away at 76

Veteran Kannada actor Jayanthi passed away at the age of 76 at her Bengaluru residence on July 26, 2021. Her family said she breathed her last in her sleep.

Veteran Kannada star Jayanthi passed away at the age of 76 at her Bengaluru residence on July 26, 2021. Her family said she breathed her last in her sleep. Credit: Special Arrangement

Jayanthi had been battling asthma for more than 36 years and was regularly undergoing treatment for the same. Credit: DH Photo

Called 'Abhinaya Sharadhe', Jayanthi was a prominent name in the Tamil, Kannada and Telugu films from 1960 to late 80s. She has also acted in few Hindi, Marathi and Malayalam films. Credit: DH Photo

The expression queen acted in over 500 films and has won six State awards. Credit: DH Photo

Jayanthi was one of the most sought-after stars in South India and has acted with the likes of MG Ramachandran (MGR), Gemini Ganesan and Kannada superstar Dr Rajkumar. Credit: Special Arrangement