Kollangudi Karuppayee (; 1925 or 1926 – 14 June 2025) was an Indian Tamil folk singer who also performed in films. She is considered one of the pioneers of Tamil folk music; as the first of her genre and background to perform in films, she served as an inspiration for many other folk artists. She started her career as a performer on All India Radio about thirty years before her foray into films. She was a recipient of the prestigious Kalaimamani award for her contributions to music. Karuppayee died on 14 June 2025, at the age of 99.Veteran actress and folk singer Kollangudi Karuppayi passes away at 99
Filmography In Film Year Film 1985 Aan Paavam 1987 Aayusu Nooru 1987 Yettiku Potti 1996 Gopala Gopala2001Kabadi Kabadi
As Singer Year Song Film 1985 Peraandi Aan Paavam 1985 Otti Vandha Aan Paavam 1985 Koothu Pakka Aan Paavam 1985 Chaaya Cheelai Aan Paavam 1985 Arasapatti Aan Paavam 1987 Enga Ooru Nalla Ooru Yettiku Potti 1997 Kananguruvi kootukullae Aahaa Enna Porutham
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External links Biographical piece from the Hindu