The timeless beauty Sridevi might be obviously noticed for her stunning looks and divine aura but there is a hidden chirpy nature in her which is quite special to many. Her comedy timing coupled with glamour was a treat to watch always. Her graceful dance moves in particular are worth to die for. She will always be remembered for some of the greatest ever songs not just in Telugu but also in competitive film industry Bollywood. Telugu360 brings you some of those best songs of Sridevi which made her immortal when Cinema is concerned!
Sirimalle Poova- Padaharella Vayasu : This song is all about the vulnerable teenage stage where an innocent woman dreams of her beloved and knight in shining armour. Her sweet expressions, tremendous grace and eye popping natural beauty is the highlight of this song.
Naa Kallu Chebuthunnayi- Premabhishekam : Sridevi’s brilliant dance moves matching with senior actor ANR is quite a treat to watch. This song showcased Sridevi as the glamorous star who has no match in female leads!
Aaku Chaatu – Adavi Ramudu : Sridevi brought life to the female lead in rain phenomenon which was quite in vogue with Bollywood. Smitha Patil just did the song Aaj Rapat Jaaye with Amitabh and Aaku Chatu is no less in terms of commercial glamour, Sridevi’s timely steps with Sr.NTR! Her white saree rainy look was a heartthrob to all!
Velluvocchi Godaramma- Devatha : Sridevi’s heights of glamour has been witnessed in this song opposite Sobhan Babu. The song became so popular that it was remade in Hindi version Himmatwala opposite Jitendra.
Kanne Pillavani- Akali Rajyam : This song speaks of spontaneity, style and the classy avatar of Sridevi with Kamal Hassan. This pair has been given many accolades for their natural style and histrionics. It was like a whiff of fresh air to watch Sridevi clad in cotton sarees!
Ae Zindagi Gale Laga Le- Sadma : A beautiful song which speaks of living life to the fullest. This is an all time classic and Sridevi’s portrayal as the innocent mentally challenged girl can always be remembered. She gave a tough competition to a talented actor like Kamal Hasan.
Snake Song- Nagin : Sridevi’s antagonistic chemistry with Amrish Puri started with this song and her moves as a snake were worth watching. She put Bollywood by shock with her confidence levels and tremendous glamour.
Hawa Hawaii- Mr.India : While every song in this movie is a gem, this song is well known for Sridevi’s unleashing of the diva in her. Clad in golden dress and high heels, she became the Marylin Monroe of Hindi Films!
Naa Jaane Kaha Se Aayi Hain- Chaalbaaz : The mass element of Sridevi is must seen in this song and she dominates Sunny Deol out and out!! The glassy coats, transparent umbrella was brought to vogue those days.
Mere Haathon Mein- Chandni: This song was a wedding anthem for years to come and for every young girl, it was a dream to become like Sridevi in Chandni. Not to forget her white salwars in this film throughout!!
Andaalalo Aho Mahodayam- Jagadeka Veerudu Athiloka Sundari: Sridevi showed what a divine woman could look like with her stunning costumes and aura. Her graceful dance moves in this song with an air of dreaminess is mesmerizing.
Swathi Chinuku – Akhari Poratam: Rain and Sridevi is an eternal combination and this song is one among it. Sridevi is indeed the hero of this film where she is even spotted holding a Rambo like gun in the climax and fighting off the goons!
Ko ante Koti- Kshana Kshanam: RGV has immense admiration for Sridevi and this song speaks for it. Sung by herself, the song has a childlike nature of her which was showcased perfectly. She undoubtedly looks classy and stunning in various stylish costumes for this song!
Amma Brahmadevudo- Govinda Govinda: This song apparently is an attempt to describe Sridevi’s beauty and Sirivennela Sitaramasastry’s lyrics “Poola Rekkalu.. Konni Thene Chukkalu.. Rangaristivo Ila Bomma Chestivo” are self explanatory!
Navraji Mahi- English Vinglish: If Sridevi is doing a second innings, it happens in style! In this song she just does a few dance moves and they are enough for us to get the heart skip a beat! It was perhaps the first time a female lead getting whistles and applaud for a mass moment in theatres!
Sridevi might have left us but her work will continue to inspire people for years to come- as long as Art and Cinema exist!
Meanwhile there is a huge public demand to have Jagan Reddy in BB3 or at least Vijay Sai Reddy. BB3 team are even contemplating to have it in lotus pond.