Vanitha Krishnachandran Biography: Age, Photo, Wife, Net Worth, Wikipedia, Family, Height, Pictures, Movies

Vanitha Krishnachandran is a distinguished Indian film and television actress who contributed to the Tamil and Malayalam entertainment industries.

She began her acting career in the late 1970s and rose to prominence in the 1980s with notable performances in films such as Chandrabimbam, Eenadu, and Kazhugu.

In 1986, she married Malayalam actor and singer Krishnachandran. After a brief hiatus, she returned to the screen in the early 2000s, primarily focusing on television serials and film supporting roles.

She continues to be an active presence in both Tamil and Malayalam cinema.

Profile

• Full Name: Vanitha Krishnachandran
• Stage Name: Vanitha Krishnachandran
• Born: March 14 1966
• Age: 59 years old
• Birthplace: Tiruchirappalli, India
• Nationality: Indian
• Occupation: Indian film and television actress
• Height: Unknown
• Parents: Ganeshan, Kamala
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Krishnachandran (m. 1986)
• Children: Amrithavarshini Krishnachandran
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: Unknown

Early Life And Education

Vanitha Krishnachandran was born on March 14, 1966, in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, India.

She is the youngest of four children of Ganeshan and Kamala. She has two elder sisters, Sai Prashanthi and Sai Jayalakshmi, and an elder brother, Sai Ram. Vanitha pursued her primary education at RSK Higher Secondary School in Tiruchirappalli.

However, she discontinued her studies after completing the tenth grade to focus on her acting career. She has Tamil and Kerala heritage, and she follows the Hindu faith.

Career

Vanitha Krishnachandran began acting at 13, making her debut with Padai Maarinal (1979), directed by Durai.

Her breakthrough in Malayalam cinema came with Chandrabimbam, establishing her as a prominent actress in the industry.

She starred in several notable films, including Eenadu, Kaikeyi, and Enickum Oru Divasum, sharing the screen with legendary actors like Mammootty and Mohanlal.

By the time she married Malayalam actor and singer Krishnachandran in 1986, she had completed over 100 films, solidifying her status as a leading actress.

Known for her versatility, Vanitha excelled across multiple film industries, including Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada. She delivered memorable performances in acclaimed films like Kazhugu (1981) and Kalyana Agathigal (1985).

However, after her marriage, she chose to take a hiatus from acting to focus on her family, ending the first phase of her illustrious career, which spanned over 170 films.

In 2001, Vanitha successfully returned to the entertainment industry with a role in K. Balachander’s Tamil television serial Kaalmulaitha Aasai.

This marked the beginning of her second innings, during which she transitioned into television and supporting film roles.

She gained widespread recognition for her performances in Tamil serials such as Alaigal and Kolangal and Malayalam serials like Amma Manasu, where her portrayal of Jalaja’s teacher was particularly well-received.

Her resurgence also included roles in Tamil films like Kana Kandaen (2005), Kalabha Kadhalan (2006), and Parijatham (2006), as well as Malayalam movies such as Kali (2016) and Vaashi (2022).

Remaining a dynamic presence in the industry, Vanitha has continued to balance television and film projects.

She appeared in the acclaimed TV series Queen (2019) and played key roles in films like Aanandam Paramanandam (2022) and Once Upon A Time There Was A Kallan (2025).

With her ability to adapt to evolving storytelling styles, she remains a respected and sought-after actress, earning praise for her depth, authenticity, and enduring screen presence.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @vanithakrishnachandran

Personal Life

Vanitha Krishnachandran married Malayalam actor and playback singer Krishnachandran on May 11, 1986, at the Mookambika Temple in Kollur.

Before their marriage, the couple had previously collaborated on films such as Eenadu and Vanithapolice. Together, they have a daughter, Amrithavarshini K.C., born in 1990.

Films

• Padai Maarinal (1979)
• Adukku Malli (1979)
• Sujatha (1980
• Kaadu (1980)
• Malargale Malarungal (1980)
• Nandri Karangal (1980)
• Neer Nilam Neruppu (1980)
• Panam Penn Paasam (1980)
• Porkkaalam (1980)
• Oli Pirandhathu (1980)
• Andhi Mayakkam (1981)
• Anjatha Nenjangal (1981)
• Rani Theni (1982)
• Nandri, Meendum Varuga (1982)
• Punitha Malar (1982)
• Nenjil Oru Ragam (1982)
• Anal Kaatru (1983)
• Yugu Dharmam (1983)
• Bramacharigal (1983)
• Muthu Engal Sothu (1983)
• Ammavum Neeye Appavum Neeye (1985)
• Raja Rishi (1985)
• Police Police (1985)
• Kalyana Agathigal (1985)
• En Selvame (1985)
• Kulirkaala Megangal (1986)
• Vellaikaara Durai (2014)
• Thottal Vidathu (2014)
• Kirumi (2015)
• Ore Oru Raja Mokkaraja (2015)
• Nambiar (2016)
• Meendum Oru Kadhal Kadhai (2016)
• Mapla Singam (2016)
• IDI: Inspector Dawood Ibrahim (2016)
• Pa.Va (2016)
• Kali (2016)
• Urumbukal Urangarilla (2015)
• Aanandam Paramanandam (2022)
• Vaashi (2022)
• Kaalmulaitha Aasai (2001)
• Alaigal
• Kolangal
• Amma Manasu
• Mullum Malarum (2017)
• Queen (2019)
• Uppu Puli Kaaram (2024)
• 1 Princess Street (2024)

Net Worth

Vanitha Krishnachandran’s exact net worth and financial status remain undisclosed.

However, her extensive career in Tamil and Malayalam cinema, spanning over four decades, indicates that she has likely accumulated significant earnings through her numerous acting roles in films and television series.