MUMBAI: Veteran Kannada actress, Jayanthi who has starred in more than 500 films, is reportedly hospitalized in Bengaluru. According to reports, Jayanthi was rushed to a closeby hospital by her son Krishna Kumar after she complained about her severe asthma and breathing difficulties. Jayanthi is said to be on a ventilator and her health is said to be currently stable. Reports further stated that she has tested negative for COVID-19. A couple of years ago, Jayanthi was admitted in the ICU and her serious health issues created rumours of her death. Later, speaking to the media, her son rubbished the news.(via pinkvilla) 

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Jayanthi's son had earlier disclosed that the veteran actress has been suffering from asthma for 35 years and she uses inhalers every day. She is popularly addressed as Kannada cinema's "most bold and beautiful" actress and the film industry has honoured her with the title "Abhinaya Sharadhe", (Goddess Sharada in acting). 

The Veteran star who was a queen the silver screen back then has acted with many biggies including M. G. Ramachandran in Padagotti and Mugaraasi, with Gemini Ganeshan in Kanna Nalama, Velli Vizha, Punnagai and Iru Kodugal among others as per reports from Pinkvilla.

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On the personal aspects, Jayanthi was married to film director Peketi Sivaram for a few years. The couple then parted their ways. 

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credits: Pinkvilla