Her role in Unnidathil Ennai Koduthen (1998) earned her the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Actress .
She became a household name as a judge on the ETV comedy shows Jabardasth and Extra Jabardasth , where her bold and witty personality resonated with a new generation.
Entering politics in 1999, she eventually joined the YSR Congress Party. She served as a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) for Nagari and was appointed Minister for Tourism, Culture, and Youth Advancement in Andhra Pradesh (2022–2024). Recent Media Coverage