
Acting
Jayachitra
Born
1957-09-05 (69)
Place of birth
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Known for
Acting
Credits
63 titles
Jayachitra (born 5 September 1957) is an Indian actress who works mostly in Tamil, Telugu and Kannada films.
Known for
7.1The Chola kingdom is under threat from forces both internal and external, and with crown prince Aaditha Karikalan, his younger brother Arunmozhi Varman and the emperor, Sundara Cholar separated by situations, it is up to a messenger to ensure the safety of the kingdom. Can he succeed in his mission, especially with Karikalan's former girlfriend, Nandhini, plotting to bring down the entire Chola empire?
Ponniyin Selvan: Part I
2022
7.0Malaikottai ostracises his wife and blames her for not being chaste. After she gets thrown out of the village, she takes her son and decides to give him a good education.
Kurathi Magan
1972
The film begins with a ruffian, Naagulu, who resides in a labor colony where two charming girls, Rathalu & Taayaru, run tea stalls competitively and always squabble. Rathalu loves Naagulu, but he falls for Taayaru, and she does not reciprocate. Once, Naagulu spots a frustrated, unemployed guy, Murali, committing suicide since he is failing to feel his mother, Mahalakshmi, who strived hard for him. Naagulu shelters Murali when Taayaru starts endearing him. Knowing it, enraged Naagulu smacks & expels Murali and moves to Taayaru, where he gets her true heartstrings. Murali gets rich and ignores tayaaru. How is naagulu connected to murali and will murali taayaru end up with murali is the plot
Ravanude Ramudaithe
1979
6.2968 AD. The Pandyan assassins gather once again to destroy the Chola dynasty. Now the mighty Chola princes must fight the Pandyas, the Rashtrakutas and other Chola enemies who have joined forces. Also, at play are the rumours of Ponniyin Selvan’s death at sea, the powerful Pazhuvettarayar’s betrayal, and the tragic destiny of Aditha Karikalan, whose heart was long lost to the vengeful Nandini.
Ponniyin Selvan: Part II
2023
An honest police officer and a professor rehabilitate a bunch of students, who are addicted to drugs, and start a revolution against corrupt politicians.
Ivargal Varungala Thoongal
1987
Nandhini, a college girl, is annoyed by her over-protective mother, who becomes too prying and suspicious. In a fit of anger, she decides to fall in love, which only brings gruesome results.
Manasu
2000
Film credits
2020s · 3 titles
7.1The Chola kingdom is under threat from forces both internal and external, and with crown prince Aaditha Karikalan, his younger brother Arunmozhi Varman and the emperor, Sundara Cholar separated by situations, it is up to a messenger to ensure the safety of the kingdom. Can he succeed in his mission, especially with Karikalan's former girlfriend, Nandhini, plotting to bring down the entire Chola empire?
Ponniyin Selvan: Part I
2022
6.2968 AD. The Pandyan assassins gather once again to destroy the Chola dynasty. Now the mighty Chola princes must fight the Pandyas, the Rashtrakutas and other Chola enemies who have joined forces. Also, at play are the rumours of Ponniyin Selvan’s death at sea, the powerful Pazhuvettarayar’s betrayal, and the tragic destiny of Aditha Karikalan, whose heart was long lost to the vengeful Nandini.
Ponniyin Selvan: Part II
2023
4.9Bhagavanth Kesari's life takes an unexpected turn when he becomes the guardian of Vijaya Lakshmi aka Vijji, daughter of his jailer. Kesari, with his unwavering sense of justice, embarks on a journey to nurture Vijji into a resilient young woman aspiring to join the Indian army. Intertwined in this narrative is the presence of Rahul Sanghvi, a power-hungry tycoon whose connection with Bhagavanth and Vijji, unravels hidden secrets.
Bhagavanth Kesari
2023
2010s · 2 titles
5.3Balu and Mahalakshmi fall for each other but separate due to ego problems. Years later, when their grandmother falls ill, they are forced to confront each other resulting in chaos for both their families.
100% Kaadhal
2019
3.2Rettaichuzhi is a 2010 Indian Tamil-language drama film written and directed by newcomer Thamira. It stars ace filmmakers K. Balachander and Bharathiraja in lead roles along with Anjali, debutant Aari, Manobala, Ilavarasu, Karunas and Jayachitra in supporting roles. The film unfolds in a village in Thirunelveli. Ramasamy (K Balachander) is an influential man in the village and he is a devoted to the principles of Congress since his childhood. He is against Singaravelan (Bharathiraja), a Communist. Their feud runs for over four decades. Even their grand children are against each other and they form gangs to express their enmity. However a romance in the family changes the warm atmosphere. Susheela (Anjali), brought up in Singaravelan's house is a school teacher who is in love with one Murthy (Aari). Understanding their true love, the children forget their enmity and try to bring both families together and get them wedlocked. Did they succeed in their attempts forms the climax.
Rettaisuzhi
2010
2000s · 2 titles
Nandhini, a college girl, is annoyed by her over-protective mother, who becomes too prying and suspicious. In a fit of anger, she decides to fall in love, which only brings gruesome results.
Manasu
2000
6.5Kondaveeti Simhasanam is a 2002 Indian Telugu-language action drama film directed by Dasari Narayana Rao
Kondaveeti Simhasanam
2002
1990s · 8 titles
No synopsis available yet.
Pudhiya Raagam
1991
4.0Raasi (Tamil: ராசி ) (English: Luck) is a 1997 Tamil film directed by Murali-Abbas and produced by S. S. Chakravarthy. The film features Ajith Kumar and Rambha in the lead roles with Prakash Raj and Vadivelu playing supporting roles. The film was released on 14 April 1997 to negative reviews and reception.
Raasi
1997
5.5A greedy woman fears she might lose control over her stepson, an illiterate and gullible person, when she learns about his unexpected marriage and attempts to sabotage his married life.
Abbaigaru
1993
A greedy woman who values money over relationships has two sons. After she tortures her daughter-in-law to death, the girl's cousin sister marries the other brother only to teach the woman a lesson.
Vasuki
1997
9.0Bhavani Devi trains her daughter, Jaya, on how to control her husband, Vijay. However, she is unaware of how many vices her spouse has due to her strong tactics.
Mama Alludu
1990
6.0The film is a love story between Sathyaraj and Meena. Sathyaraj and Goundmani, the best comic combos in Tamil cinema. Goundamani's nostril flaring sarcastic dialogues with Sathyaraj's carefree Coimbatore brand of humor made for the perfect twosome that never failed to tickle the funny bone. The usage of both the witty dialogues and the slapstick in right doses. If Manivannan joins them, never ceases to laugh. The story starts from Manivannan entry in film, He wants to drag down Jayachitra and he asks Sathyaraj to marry his daughter Meena. So those two starts cheating Jayachitra and Meena, After Meena—Sathyaraj marriage knot, truth comes to the light. The plot takes twist when Meena suits for divorce. The plot completes by Meena leaves her selfdom and joins Sathyraj
Maaman Magal
1995
NRAmar fights for justice after his friend dies in the lock-up due to several injuries caused by policemen. When his attempts fail and they go scot-free, he decides to take revenge against them.
Lockup Death
1994
NRKrishna is a college student who is constantly rejecting girls who find him attractive. He eventuality falls in love with Meena, the daughter of a powerful woman. Vamsi, a television personality known as Love Boss, is called upon to assist Krishna with wooing Meena, while dealing with love troubles of his own.
Love Story 1999
1998
1980s · 11 titles
An honest police officer and a professor rehabilitate a bunch of students, who are addicted to drugs, and start a revolution against corrupt politicians.
Ivargal Varungala Thoongal
1987
6.1Lekha is an aspiring actress who becomes successful and very popular. One day, she commits suicide! Why?
Lekhayude Maranam Oru Flashback
1983
No synopsis available yet.
Ee Prasnaku Baduledi
1986
NRNo synopsis available yet.
Ratha Paasam
1980
7.0Two step sons of an honest noble man choose different professions. One becomes a police office and the other turns into a goon. The rest of the film revolves around how the two confront each other.
Agni Natchathiram
1988
4.5Yaar? is a 1985 Indian horror Tamil film, directed by Sakthi-Kannan and produced by S. Thanu, G. Sekaran and P. Suri. The film stars Arjun, Nalini, Jaishankar and J. V. Somayajulu in lead roles. The film had musical score by V. S. Narasimhan
Yaar?
1985
When lawyer Raghupathi kills Maari, his brother decides to take revenge on him. He kidnaps his son, kills his wife in a skirmish while she tries to stop him and raises the son to become a criminal.
Engal Kural
1985
9.0No synopsis available yet.
Deiva Thirumanangal
1981
NRA man and woman, who always quarrel, open their driving schools, individually, and compete with one another. Eventually, they realise they have feelings for each other.
Kulla Kulli
1980
7.5Bharti, a highly successful singer, escapes from his jealous wife who is unable to deal with his female fan following. He meets Jyothi, a dancer who has also escaped from her cruel husband.
Pudhu Pudhu Arthangal
1989
7.3To settle old scores with a police commissioner, Jagannath, a gangster hires a thug, Ranadheera, to abduct his daughter, Radha. However, trouble ensues when Ranadheera falls in love with Radha.
Ranadheera
1988
1970s · 34 titles
7.0Malaikottai ostracises his wife and blames her for not being chaste. After she gets thrown out of the village, she takes her son and decides to give him a good education.
Kurathi Magan
1972
The film begins with a ruffian, Naagulu, who resides in a labor colony where two charming girls, Rathalu & Taayaru, run tea stalls competitively and always squabble. Rathalu loves Naagulu, but he falls for Taayaru, and she does not reciprocate. Once, Naagulu spots a frustrated, unemployed guy, Murali, committing suicide since he is failing to feel his mother, Mahalakshmi, who strived hard for him. Naagulu shelters Murali when Taayaru starts endearing him. Knowing it, enraged Naagulu smacks & expels Murali and moves to Taayaru, where he gets her true heartstrings. Murali gets rich and ignores tayaaru. How is naagulu connected to murali and will murali taayaru end up with murali is the plot
Ravanude Ramudaithe
1979
Kandhan meets a little girl who is searching for her missing father. Kandhan promises to find him and discovers that he is none other than his own sister's husband.
Kadavul Mama
1974
An innocent Thilak is implicated in his friend Ravi's murder case. However, his father decides to take matters into his own hands and save his son using a carefully devised plan.
Varaprasadham
1976
Ramu gets his friend Shankar to stay at his home after his hostel owner tells him to vacate his room. However, Ramu's parents plot against Shankar to destroy his friendship with their son.
Ponnukku Thanga Manasu
1973
6.5Murli (Rajnikanth) and Prabhu (Kamal) are owner and manager respectively, of an advertising agency in Madras. Prabhu has been raised by Murli's family, and feels greatly indebted to them. Prabhu is in love with Padma (Sripriya), but a misunderstanding leads them apart. In the meantime, Murli meets and falls in love with Padma.
Ilamai Oonjaladukirathu
1978
8.0A woman is devastated when her fiance tragically dies, leaving her pregnant prior to marriage. Soon after delivery she is told that her child also died. Later, she marries a respectable man and settles down. However, when she sees a young man who is her fiance's lookalike, she is shocked. Who is he?
Katakatala Rudrayya
1978
No synopsis available yet.
Annadammula Savaal
1978
NRRamesh, a journalist marries his cop friend Sundar's sister. Complexities arise between the three when Ramesh tries to expose Masillamani, an influential man and Ramesh gets arrested in the obscurity.
Panathukkaga
1974
6.0Vayasu Pilichindi (lit. Youth is Calling) is a 1978 Telugu-language film directed by C. V. Sridhar. It is a remake of his own Tamil film Ilamai Oonjal Aadukirathu (1978). Sridhar remade the film in Hindi as Dil-e-Nadaan (1982), starring Rajesh Khanna, Shatrughan Sinha, Smita Patil, and Jayapradha
Vayasu Pilichindi
1978
No synopsis available yet.
Tholireyi Gadichindi
1977
NRNo synopsis available yet.
Vandikkaran Magan
1978
9.0Kamala, Manjula and Pushpa are sisters, each attracted to Raghavan, their tenant. Raghavan falls in love with Pushpa. However, things take a turn for the worse, when Pushpa sacrifices herself to the whims of Kamal, a playboy, to save her friend Sudha from his exploits.
Sollathaan Ninaikkiren
1973
7.0Sobhanadri is popularly known as 'Soggadu' in his native village. He loves his cross-cousin Saroja. Saroja's father Paramesam does not like this as he wants Saroja to be married to a well-educated individual. Sobhanadri challenges Paramesam that he will marry an educated girl.
Soggadu
1975
NRThangathile Vairam is a 1975 Indian Tamil-language film directed by K. Sornam, starring Sivakumar, Sripriya and Jayachitra in the lead roles. Kamal Haasan played a prominent role in this film. The film story written by Kalaignanam.
Thangathile Vairam
1975
7.0No synopsis available yet.
Kumara Vijayam
1976
Ravi belongs to a lower middle class family. He finds it difficult to make ends meet and puts aside thoughts of marriage. However, his colleague comes up with the idea of marrying a working woman.
Aalukkoru Aasai
1977
NRGnana Sambanthan, a young child, has a divine intervention while visiting Lord Shiva's temple with his parents. Later, he starts composing hymns.
Gnana Kuzhandhai
1979
7.0No synopsis available yet.
Pookkari
1973
Honest Seetharaman covers for his philandering friend Ramesh with the woman he is seeing. What happens when Seetharaman's wife Meena and Ramesh's wife Malathi have suspicions and decide to follow their misadventures?
Yarukku Mappillai Yaro
1975
No synopsis available yet.
Sadhurangam
1978
No synopsis available yet.
Akkarai Pachchai
1974
NRA young girl loves bunking school to watch movies. Unable to distinguish between reel and real life, she insists on marrying her favourite hero. The kind-hearted hero agrees to help the family.
Cinema Paithiyam
1975
7.0The story revolves around the portrayal of the ten different avatars of Lord Vishnu namely Matsya, Kurma, Varaha, Narasimha, Vamana, Parashurama, Rama, Krishna, Balarama and Kalki.
Dasavatharam
1976
8.0No synopsis available yet.
Nee Ente Lahari
1976
No synopsis available yet.
Pinju Manam
1975
NRPattampoochi is a 1975 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by A. S. Pragasam, starring Kamal Haasan and Jayachitra. The film was a box office success. The film was later dubbed in Telugu-language as Prema leelalu and released on 11 December 1976.
Pattampoochi
1975
Rajan hates snakes as a snake was responsible for his mother's death, but his wife Parvathi worships the snake god. Problems surface between them because of this reason.
Vellikizhamai Viratham
1974
10.0Chengumani is commander-in-chief in the 18th-century Coorg region of present-day Karnataka. He becomes the king's commander-in-chief after saving his life, but his life gets complicated when he falls in love with Poovi and marries her in disguise. The movie was dubbed in Telugu as Prachanda Bheri. This was also Rajkumar's first cinemascope movie.
Huliya Halina Mevu
1979
NRSathyam is a 1976 Tamil film directed by S. A. Kannan starring Sivaji Ganesan, Jayachitra and Manjula Vijayakumar and Kamal Hassan. The film has Kamal Haasan playing the younger brother of Sivaji Ganesan.
Sathyam
1976
A man steals a mythical gem from a goddess. The goddess decides to punish him for his evil deeds but his wife asks for forgiveness.
Engal Kula Daivam
1974
NRNo synopsis available yet.
Then Sindhudhe Vaanam
1975
No synopsis available yet.
Paadha Poojai
1974
A couple share a house with other three tenants who hail from different parts of the country. However, an unexpected turn of events changes the couple's dynamics with the tenants.
Bharatha Vilas
1973
