Suma Kanakala Is My Lifesaver, Allari Subhashini Says

Veteran actress Allari Subhashini broke down while thanking anchor Suma Kanakala, calling her the reason she is still standing. The emotional tribute came at the fifth anniversary celebrations of Festivals of Joy, where several well-known names praised Suma’s charity work.

Suma has built a reputation far beyond her quick wit on stage. She has reached out to people facing crises and helped those struggling with money problems, and her supporters say she does it quietly and consistently.

Subhashini, who is recovering from cancer, said there was a time when her health had collapsed so badly that she could not even walk. In that period of despair, Suma stepped in and held her up.

"Suma is my lifesaver. Whatever I am standing on today, it is because of Suma."

Subhashini said that when she faced financial trouble, Suma responded immediately and sent help. She described the support as the kind of rescue she will never forget, arriving at the exact moment when she needed it most.

She also named Suma’s husband, actor Rajeev Kanakala, as a steady presence during her ordeal. Subhashini said the couple stood beside her when things looked bleakest, and she framed their kindness as something a person should remember for a lifetime.

A wish for Suma’s family

Subhashini did not stop at gratitude. She said she hopes Suma stays happy and healthy for years to come. She also wished the same for Rajeev Kanakala and their children, speaking about the family with obvious warmth.

Then came the line that has spread fastest among fans. Subhashini said that if she were given another life, she would want to be born as a child like Suma. It was a rare public admission of how deeply the actress feels about the woman who helped her survive her darkest months.

From Bhimavaram to the big screen

Subhashini’s story is also rooted in Andhra Pradesh. She hails from Bhimavaram in West Godavari district, and she first stepped into theatre at a young age. She earned recognition for her stage work, including performances in plays such as Chintamani.

Her film break came with Ravi Babu’s Allari, released in 2002. Her role in that film earned her strong attention, and her name became fixed in people’s minds as Allari Subhashini. Soon after, she landed opportunities to work under acclaimed directors such as EVV Satyanarayana and Krishna Vamsi.

That path, from small-town theatre in West Godavari to a career in Telugu cinema, is what makes her current struggle and recovery resonate with so many viewers across the state. Her openness about illness and hardship has drawn sympathy from fans who grew up watching her on screen.

Why this moment matters

The event did more than celebrate an anniversary. It put a spotlight on how quietly help moves through the entertainment industry, often away from cameras, and how a single act of support can shape someone’s life for years.

Subhashini’s words also carry a simple message. People remember who showed up when they were at their lowest. For Suma Kanakala, the tribute is a rare public moment of thanks from someone who says she owes her life to that help.