(1969–1974): Her first marriage was an arranged union at age 17 to , a Malayali working in insurance. They had one daughter, Aishwariyaa Bhaskaran
Lakshmi's contributions to Tamil cinema go beyond her romantic storylines. She has been a trailblazer for women in the industry, known for her strong, independent characters on screen. Her performances have inspired many young actresses, and she remains a respected figure in the industry.
For old fans, she remains the ultimate dream girl. For new fans discovering her on YouTube, she is the gold standard of romantic acting. Long live the queen of Kollywood romance.
Her melodic voice is featured in hit songs such as "Kukkuru Kukkuru" from the film Oru Oorla Rendu Raja (2014) and "Desi Girl" from Saagasam (2015).