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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Did You Know Soundarya was 7 months pregnant when she died in a tragic plane crash
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) Sowmya Sathyanarayana, widely known as Soundarya , was one of South India's most beloved actresses, captivating audiences across Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, and even Hindi cinema. Her unforgettable performance as Radha opposite Amitabh Bachchan in Sooryavansham made her a household name in Bollywood as well. But behind the stardom, Soundarya's life ended in a heartbreaking tragedy. The Tragic Crash That Claimed Soundarya's Life On April 17, 2004, Soundarya, then 32 and seven months pregnant, boarded a single-engine Cessna 180 from the Jakkur airfield in Bengaluru. Moments after takeoff, the plane crashed and exploded, killing all four passengers, including the star and her brother. Initial reports called it an aviation accident, blaming the crash on the pilot's inability to achieve the required climb speed. But even at the time, the loss left a deep wound across the South Indian film industry, where Soundarya was not just admired for her acting but adored for her beauty and grace... Allegations 20 Years Later: Was It Really an Accident? Now, nearly 20 years later, the tragedy is back in the spotlight — but this time under a cloud of suspicion. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo According to a report by News18 Kannada, a man named Chittimallu has filed a fresh complaint in Khammam district, Andhra Pradesh, claiming that Soundarya's death was not an accident but a planned murder. Chittimallu alleges that Soundarya owned a six-acre land parcel in Jalpalli village that actor Mohan Babu wanted to purchase. According to the complaint, tensions escalated between the families, and Mohan Babu allegedly planned the crash to seize the land. The complaint claims that after Soundarya and her brother's deaths, Mohan Babu forcefully occupied the property. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Cooku with Comali Season 6: Soundarya Chillukuri gets evicted from the show
The sixth season of the popular cooking reality show Cooku with Comali has officially entered its elimination phase, and the first exit has sent shockwaves among fans. Actress and contestant Soundarya Chillukuri has been evicted from the competition, marking a surprising turn of events in this high-energy culinary comedy series. The recent weekend episodes were packed with intense cooking challenges, comic moments, and emotional highs. Despite her strong start and enthusiastic presence, Soundarya fell short during the competitive elimination task. Soundarya, known for her charm and vibrant rapport with her Comali partner, had quickly become one of the most loved contestants this season. Many viewers appreciated her willingness to learn, her sportsmanship, and her delightful screen presence. As Cooku with Comali 6 continues, the competition is expected to heat up even more, with the remaining contestants vying for the coveted title. Fans will be watching closely to see who rises to the challenge next and if there's a wildcard twist that might bring Soundarya back into the game.
News18
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Soundarya Sharma Reacts To Influencer Mocking Her Steps In Housefull 5's Laal Pari
Reality TV star Soundarya Sharma, after attaining immense popularity on Bigg Boss 16, is set to make her comeback on the big screen with the upcoming comedy thriller film Housefull 5. The film has recently released a dance number titled Laal Pari, where Jacqueline Fernandez and Soundarya Sharma were seen performing some impressive dance moves. Recently, an influencer's hilarious interpretation of the dance video went viral on Instagram, prompting Soundarya to respond positively and share the video. The Fiji-based influencer, named Shaheel Shermont Flair, humorously mimicked Soundarya's steps in the song, which caught her attention. In the song, the actress was looking stunning as she wore a beige bralette top with a matching skirt, pulling off flawless dance moves. The influencer also mimicked her outfit as he hilariously recreated the steps. Soundarya reacted to the video by commenting 'Wow" and later reposted it on her Instagram story. Praising Shaheel's moves, the actress wrote, 'Omg I am dead. Nailed it" in the caption.
India.com
27-04-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
India's most watched movie failed at box office, still has views over 100 crore, beat Sholay, Baahubali, Mughal-e-Azam, the film is…, lead actors are…
India's most watched movie failed at box office, still has views over 100 crore, beat Sholay, Baahubali, Mughal-e-Azam, the film is..., lead actors are... It is believed that Sholay is arguably the most-watched Indian film and the biggest hit in Indian cinema's history. For a long time, this achievement was true. However, the rise of cable TV and Internet completely transformed how cinema measured its viewership. Today, TRPs, YouTube views, streaming minutes also count. Surprisingly, this shift made a box office flop the most-watched Indian film in history. To anyone who ever browsed Sony MAX might know that how Amitabh Bachchan's cult film Sooryavansham became a staple movie on that channel. It won't be surprise that this film holds the tag of being the most watched Indian movie. Released in 1999, Sooryavansham starred Soundarya, Jayasudha, Rachna Banerjee, Anupam Kher, and Kader Khan, alongside Bachchan. Directed by EVV Satyanarayana, the film was a Box office disappointment when released. It earned only Rs 12.65 crore worldwide and failed to break even. The 1999 release was able to sell just Rs 40 lakh tickets, a low response at that time. But than Sooryavansham saw a different turn when it had its satellite premiere on Sony MAX (then called SET MAX). In the past 25 years, the movie had countless re-telecasts on the channel. The re-runs were watched by over 40 lakh households, which is quite an impressive number. However, several experts claim that the number has to be at least 25-30 crore or even higher. But, its bulk of major views come from YouTube. Sooryavansham has been finally uploaded on the platform by Goldmines Entertainment, which owns its YouTube rights. The film has been uploaded on Goldmines's three different channels, which hold a combined viewership of 701 million. This gives the Amitabh Bachchan starrer an estimated 100 crore views across platforms. In comparison to other highly-watched films like Sholay , which has 2 million views on YouTube, while DDLJ has under a million and Baahubali: The Beginning also has combined 20 million views. But none could beat Sooryavansham.
India.com
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
This actress, who worked with Amitabh Bachchan, Rajinikanth, gave back-to-back hits, died in a plane crash; She was...
Some actors attract everyone effortlessly, and it is unfortunate to see them go too soon. Today, we are going to tell you about one such actress who not only mesmerised everyone with her smile, but whose simple beauty and acting skills also made her a remarkable performer. Unfortunately, at the peak of her career, fate had something else in store. She left this world at the age of 31. Actress Soundarya, who made her mark in the South Indian film industry before entering Bollywood, made her debut in Hindi cinema with a film that made her an overnight sensation among Hindi-speaking audiences. She was considered one of the top actresses of her time. That film was none other than Suryavansham, which continues to be aired on television even today. Soundarya did one Hindi film with Amitabh Bachchan, the cult classic Sooryavansham. It was released in 1999 and directed by E. V. V. Satyanarayana. By that time, she had already become a well-known star in the South. Soundarya's death at the age of 31 sent shockwaves across the country. It was a huge loss for the film industry. On the unfortunate morning of April 17, 2004, the actress took off from the Jakkur airstrip near Bengaluru in Karnataka. She was heading to Andhra Pradesh for a political campaign, having joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) by then. Soon after takeoff, the plane crashed, and all the passengers were burned to death. Soundarya was only 31 years old at the time. According to reports, she was pregnant and was travelling with her brother.
