One of them is the iconic J. Jayalalithaa, who served as the state’s CM for an impressive 14 years and 124 days — the second-longest tenure for a female CM in India, after Sheila Dikshit.

Born on February 24 in Mandya District, Karnataka, Jayalalithaa was a popular Tamil superstar. Her journey from 'The queen of Tamil Cinema' to one of the most popular politicians in South India is ...

On the occasion of former Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa's 77th birth anniversary, veteran actor Rajinikanth paid tribute to the iconic leader at her Poes Garden, Chennai residence. (Also Read ...