Paluvayi Bhanumathi Ramakrishna (born on September 7, 1925 - December 24, 2005) was a noted Indian film actress, director, music director, singer, producer, book writer and songs writer. Most of her works are in Telugu and Tamil languages.

Bhanumathi entered the film industry in 1935, and acted in over 200 films in Telugu and Tamil. She was also called an Ashtavadhani by the film industry people as she was a writer, actor, director, producer, singer, music director, editor and studio owner.

Bhanumati was awarded the Padma Bhushan, the third highest civilian recognition by the Government of India. She won the best actress awards multiple times. She also won the Best Director award at the state level.