Jayalalithaa's Astonishing Wealth: 10,000 Sarees, 28kg Gold Uncovered

• Late leader J. Jayalalithaa, affectionately known as 'Amma', was a prominent actress and five-time Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu.
• She transitioned from a successful film career in Telugu, Tamil, and Bollywood to a powerful political career, following her mentor MGR.
• Raids at her Poes Garden residence in Chennai in 1997 uncovered an astonishing 10,500 silk sarees, 750 pairs of footwear, 800 kg of silver, and 28 kg of gold.
• Her assets, estimated at Rs. 5,000 crores (considering inflation), suggest she was India's wealthiest actress, surpassing even Juhi Chawla.
• Jayalalithaa's life story has inspired multiple biopics and series, including 'Thalaivii' starring Kangana Ranaut and the web series 'Queen' with Ramya Krishnan.

Why It Matters: Jayalalithaa's life as an actress and politician was marked by immense wealth and significant political influence.