Controversies & scandals
Vyjayanthimala: all 2 major controversies
Each controversy of Vyjayanthimala's life and career, explained on its own page — what was alleged, what was proven, and what was only ever a rumour.
- 1Documented1955The first person to refuse a Filmfare AwardVyjayanthimala declined the Filmfare Best Supporting Actress award for Devdas, insisting her role as Chandramukhi was a lead — becoming the first person ever to refuse the honour.
- 2Documented1968Quitting films at her peakAfter her 1968 marriage, Vyjayanthimala left acting almost entirely while still one of the industry's top stars, rather than winding down gradually — a rare choice that surprised the industry.