| Era | Photographic Style | Cultural Significance | |------|--------------------|------------------------| | 1960s | Black & white, classic sari, bouffant hair, natural makeup | Defined the “ideal heroine” look opposite M.G. Ramachandran and Sivaji Ganesan. | | 1970s | Technicolor, vibrant silk saris, winged eyeliner, statement jewelry | Transitioned to strong character roles (e.g., Rickshawkaran ). | | 1980s | Mature, dignified family portraits | Symbolized the graceful aging of a leading lady without “glamour” gimmicks. |
