Throwback: When Silk Smitha REFUSED To Act Alongside Sathyaraj For THIS Reason

Silk Smitha, the beloved heroine of 80s kids, made a mark in the film industry by starring in movies across various languages such as Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi. Despite her early marriage and subsequent divorce, she became an iconic figure during her time. With her captivating eyes, gorgeous hair, and caramel complexion, Silk Smitha soared to great heights of fame. However, her tragic suicide sent shockwaves among her fans, leaving a void that was difficult to fill.

Silk Smitha's popularity was such that distributors insisted on having her presence in films. In fact, if a movie did not have Silk Smitha, the distributors would request the inclusion of one of her in at least a song sequence to woo the fans. Even actor Sathyaraj, back in the day, expressed a strong desire to act alongside Silk Smitha.

However, it was reported that Silk Smitha initially refused to share the screen with Sathyaraj, citing his tall stature as the reason. She allegedly remarked, "Look how tall he is, I can't act with him." Nevertheless, after being persuaded by a director, she eventually relented and agreed to work with him. According to journalist Sabitha Joseph, once Silk Smitha got to know Sathyaraj better, she continued acting in films, putting any initial reservations aside. Their collaboration proved successful and showcased the talent and versatility of both artists in the industry.

For the unversed, Smitha has acted alongside almost all big heroes in south India including Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan, Chiranjeevi, and Mohanlal. She died by suicide for unknown reasons. Her body was found hanging from the roof of her Chennai home. A biopic was made in Bollywood for Silk Smitha, which had Vidya Balan playing the role of Smitha. Even decades after her demise, news reports about her are still pouring in, each recalling some peculiar memories about her.