Is M. S. Subbulakshmi A-List?
Yes — M. S. Subbulakshmi is an A-list celebrity, a household name with massive fame and influence.
Reached A-list in 1966
United Nations Performance
Ranking Timeline
Early Musical Recognition
Gains early recognition for her prodigious talent in Carnatic music.
National Acclaim
Her soulful renditions and technique got her national acclaim.
United Nations Performance
Performs at the United Nations General Assembly, the first Indian to do so.
Ramon Magsaysay Award
Receives the Ramon Magsaysay Award for her contributions to music.
Bharat Ratna Awarded
Awarded the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian honor, for her contributions to Indian classical music.
Death
M. S. Subbulakshmi passes away on December 11, 2004.
Carnatic Music Legend
Her legacy as one of India's most revered musicians endures, celebrated for her exceptional talent and contributions to Carnatic music.
Last updated: February 25, 2026