Disco Shanti Reveals Shocking Secrets from Silk Smitha's Luxurious Life!*
In a recent interview, Disco Shanti, widow of actor Srihari, stirred attention with her revelations about her friendship with the late actress Silk Smitha. Shanti shared insights into Silk's extravagant lifestyle, describing how she earned between one and three lakhs per day at the height of her career, while living in a lavish rented home that cost five lakhs monthly.
Disco Shanti expressed her disbelief upon discovering that Silk would "sleep in bundles of money," contrasting that with her own struggles in the industry. She reflected on the respect Silk commanded on set and the hardships she faced before achieving fame.
Silk Smitha, born in a village near Eluru, became a sensation after her debut in Vandichakkaram, starring in over 200 films. Despite her success, she tragically took her own life in 1996, feeling isolated and unloved. Disco Shanti lamented that few from the industry attended Silk's funeral, highlighting the loneliness that followed her fame.
Shanti's comments remind us of the complexities of fame and the often-hidden struggles behind a glamorous facade.