: Her notable film appearances include S.P. Sangliana (1988), Ghayal (1990), and Muthu (1995).

Disco Shanthi (born Santha Kumari) remains one of South Indian cinema's most iconic "glam queens" from the 1980s and 1990s 0;82;0;927;. Though she was initially cast in supporting roles, she became a household name for her high-energy dance performances and item numbers across more than in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Hindi, and Odia 0;17;.

: After a nearly 28-year hiatus, she officially returned to Tamil cinema in 2025 with a pivotal role in the supernatural thriller Bullet , starring Raghava Lawrence 0;42;.

Disco Shanthi, whose real name is S. Shanthi, was born in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. She began her career as a dancer and later transitioned to acting. Her breakthrough role came with the Tamil film "Disco Dandiya" (2007), which earned her the nickname "Disco Shanthi."

Santha Kumari , widely known by her stage name , is a celebrated Indian actress and dancer who became a prominent figure in South Indian cinema during the 1980s and 1990s. Renowned for her versatile dance skills and mastery of disco dancing, she earned her iconic moniker through high-energy "item numbers" and cabaret performances. Entertainment Career

Born on February 19, 1970, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, Disco Shanthi began her acting career at a young age. She started as a child artist and gradually transitioned to leading roles in Tamil films. Her breakthrough performance came with the movie "Thenpandi Cheemayile," which catapulted her to fame.

Disco Shanthi's big break came in 1983 with the Tamil film "Thee," which catapulted her to fame. Her performance in the film earned her the nickname "Disco Shanthi" due to her impressive dance moves in the disco-themed song "Disco Thee." The film's success marked the beginning of a new era in Tamil cinema, with Disco Shanthi becoming one of the most sought-after actresses of her time.

Throughout her career, Disco Shanti appeared in over across multiple languages, including Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Hindi, and Odia.