Dr. J. Jayalalithaa

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Dr Jayalalitha was a successful film actress before she entered politics

The Times of India Dr. J. Jayalalithaa: a brief biography

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Biographical highlights

Devika Bhattacharya, 20 things you didn't know about Jayalalithaa, 05 Dec, 2016 The Times of India

J Jayalalithaa is one of India's most well-loved and revered politicians. Here are some lesser-known details about her life:

Born in Karnataka on February 2, 1948, into an Iyengar family, she was first named Komalavalli after her grandmother –– and later given her official name,