Miss Leelavathi
Miss Leelavathi is a 1965 Indian Kannada language film directed by M. R. Vittal and written by Korati Srinivasa Rao. It stars Jayanthi in the titular role, along with Udaykumar, K. S. Ashwath, Ramesh, and others. The film won the National [Film Award for Best Feature Film in Kannada|National Award for second best film in Kannada].
The film was noted for its bold portrayal of women and was credited as the first Kannada feature film to show the leading lady wearing a swimsuit. It was also a musical hit, with R. Sudarsanam as the composer.
Awards
- 1965 - National [Film Award for Best Feature Film in Kannada|Second Best Film in Kannada]