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List Of Telugu Films Of 1988 ...
This is a list of notable films produced by the Tollywood (Telugu language film industry) based in Hyderabad in the year 1988. 1988 {{Filmsbycountry 1988 Telugu Telugu films Telugu cinema, also known as Tollywood, is the segment of Indian cinema dedicated to the production of motion pictures in the Telugu language, widely spoken in the states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Telugu cinema is based in Film Nagar, Hy ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Cinema Of Andhra Pradesh
Telugu cinema, also known as Tollywood, is the segment of Indian cinema dedicated to the production of motion pictures in the Telugu language, widely spoken in the states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Telugu cinema is based in Film Nagar, Hyderabad, India. The nickname ''Tollywood'' is a portmanteau of the words Telugu and Hollywood. By 2021, it has emerged as the largest film industry in India in terms of box-office. Since 1909, filmmaker Raghupathi Venkaiah Naidu was involved in producing short films and travelling to different regions in Asia to promote film work. In 1921, he produced the silent film, '' Bhishma Pratigna'', generally considered to be the first Telugu feature film, and hence, regarded as the ''Father of Telugu cinema''. In 1933, '' Sati Savitri'' directed by Chittajallu Pullayya received an honorary diploma at the 2nd Venice. Known for its big-ticket, and popular film genre catering to wider audience, works such as ''Pathala Bhairavi'' (1951) (only South ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Krishna (Telugu Actor)
Ghattamaneni Siva Rama Krishna Murthy (31 May 1943 – 15 November 2022), known mononymously as Krishna, was an Indian actor, director and producer known for his works predominantly in Telugu cinema. In a film career spanning five decades, he starred in more than 350 films in a variety of roles. He is referred to as "Superstar" in the Telugu states, Telugu media. In 2009, the government of India honoured him with the Padma Bhushan for his contributions to Cinema of India, Indian cinema. He was elected as a Member of Parliament for the Indian National Congress, Congress party in 1989. In 1997, he received the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award – South in addition to Honorary doctorate from Andhra University in 2008. He died on 15 November 2022 due to cardiac arrest. Krishna began his film career with minor roles in films such as ''Kula Gotralu, Kula Gothralu'' (1961), ''Padandi Munduku, Padandi Mundhuku'' (1962), and ''Paruvu-Prathishta, Paruvu Prathishta'' (1963). He debuted ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vijayashanti
Vijayashanti (born 24 June 1966) is an Indian actress, producer and politician. In a film career spanning 40 years, she has acted in 187 feature films in a variety of roles in various languages predominantly in Telugu, Tamil, in addition to Hindi, Kannada and Malayalam films. She won the National Film Award for Best Actress for her work as a "super cop" in '' Kartavyam'' (1990), for depicting both aggression and feminity with balance and restraint. For her role in ''Pratighatana'' (1985), Vijayashanti won her first state Nandi Award and Filmfare Award. She is a recipient of several accolades, including four Andhra Pradesh state Nandi Awards for Best Actress, seven Filmfare Awards South together with a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2003, and the Kalaimamani Award from Tamil Nadu Government. Referred to as the "Lady Superstar", "Lady Amitabh", and "The Action Queen of Indian Cinema", Vijayashanti appeared in successful films like ''Neti Bharatam'' (1983), ''Agni Parvatam'' (1984) ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Aswaddhama
''Aswaddhama'' (also spelled as ''Aswathama'') is a 1988 Indian Telugu-language action film written by Paruchuri Brothers and directed by B. Gopal starring Krishna in the title role alongside Vijayashanti, Nutan Prasad, Sarada and Mohan Babu Manchu Bhakthavatsalam, credited and also known as Mohan Babu, is an Indian actor and producer known for his works predominantly in Telugu cinema. An alumnus of the Madras Film Institute, Mohan Babu has acted in more than 500 films in lead, sup .... The film was produced by M. Krishna and Sekhar in the banner of Sri Raghavendra Art Picture. The story follows a daring bus driver, Aswaddhama who after getting implicated in a false case by his evil master, Subrahmanyam, wages a war against injustice and in the process rises from rags to riches. Cast Songs The film's soundtrack album scored and composed by Chakravarthy consisted of 5 tracks. * "O Jabbili" * "Ashwathamakku" * "Orandhagaada" * "Andhaala Bomma" * "Sigetti Kottamakk ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ramya Krishna
Ramya Krishnan (born 15 September 1970), also credited as Ramya Krishna (in the Telugu and Kannada film industries) is an Indian actress. She has appeared in over 260 films in five languages: Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi. Ramya has won four Filmfare Awards, three Nandi Awards and a Tamil Nadu State Film Award Special Prize. She is known for playing Neelambari in ''Padayappa'' which won her the Filmfare Award for Best Actress – Tamil. She also won the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress – Telugu for the 2009 comedy film ''Konchem Ishtam Konchem Kashtam''. Ramya's portrayal of Sivagami Devi in the '' Baahubali series'' (2015–17) received universal acclaim. Both '' Baahubali: The Beginning'' (2015) and its sequel '' Baahubali 2: The Conclusion'' (2017) are among the highest grossing Indian films. Her performance in the franchise won her several accolades, including two Filmfare Awards for Best Supporting Actress – Telugu (2016 and 2018) and a Andra ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chandra Mohan (Telugu Actor)
Chandra Mohan (born Mallampalli Chandrasekhara Rao; 23 May 1944) is an Indian actor known for his works predominantly in Telugu films. He has garnered one Filmfare Award South and two Nandi Awards. He received critical reception for his performance in box office hits such as '' Rangula Ratnam'' (1966) for which he received the state Nandi Award for Best Actor, ''Padaharella Vayasu'' (1978) for which he won the Filmfare Best Actor Award (Telugu), and ''Siri Siri Muvva'' (1978). His first Tamil film was '' Naalai Namadhe'' (1975). Some of the films in which he starred as the lead actor are ''Seetamalakshmi'' (1978), '' Ram Robert Rahim'' (1980), '' Radha Kalyanam'' (1981), '' Rendu Rellu Aaru'' (1986), and ''Chandamama Raave'' (1987). Early life Chandra Mohan was born as Mallampalli Chandrasekhara Rao on 23 May 1944, in Pamidimukkala village in Krishna district of Andhra Pradesh. He did his schooling in Y.V.R.M.Z.P. High School at Meduru. He graduated from the agriculture college ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rajendra Prasad (actor)
Gadde Rajendra Prasad (born 19 July 1956) is an Indian actor who predominantly works in Telugu films. He is a recipient of four Andhra Pradesh state Nandi Awards, three SIIMA Awards, and three Santosham Film Awards. Prasad made his debut in 1977 with '' Sneham'' and gained recognition with ''Manchu Pallaki'' (1982). He then went on to be starred in several successful comedy films such as '' Rendu Rellu Aaru'' (1986), ''Ladies Tailor'' (1986), ''Aha Naa-Pellanta!'' (1987), ''Appula Appa Rao'' (1991), and ''Mayalodu'' (1993). He received Nandi Award for Best Actor for ''Erra Mandaram'' (1991) and ''Aa Naluguru'' (2004). He has also received an Honorary doctorate from Andhra University. In 2012, he starred in the medical thriller ''Dream'', for which he won the Royal Reel Award at the Canada International Film Festival. He is fondly called "Nata Kireeti" and he has been honored with the title "Hasya Kireeti" by the Telugu Alliances of Canada, held at Mississauga. He was also hon ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Asthulu Anthasthulu
''Asthulu Anthasthulu'' () is a 1988 Indian Telugu-language masala film, produced by Smt. Sunitha Reddy on Sunitha Enterprises banner and directed by Bairisetty Bhaskara Rao. Starring Rajendra Prasad, Chandra Mohan and Ramya Krishna, with music composed by Ilaiyaraaja. The film is remake of Tamil film ''Muthal Vasantham'' (1986). Plot The rivalry between two people Kota Tirupati (Kota Srinivasa Rao) & Pulikante Papa Rayudu (Charan Raj), splits a village into two. Sivaiah (Chandra Mohan) who runs a boat, always fights against their dictatorship and tries to protect the villagers. Kishtaiah (Rajendra Prasad) orphan innocent guy enters the village when Sivaiah gives him shelter and treats him as his own brother. Meanwhile, Kishtaiah gets the job in Tirupathi Naidu's house, and his only daughter Radha (Ramya Krishna) falls for him. Tirupathi Naidu learns it, becomes furious, and whips Kishtaiah in public. Here Sivaiah & his wife Gowri (Mahalakshmi) comes for his protection; with ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sumalatha
Sumalatha (born 27 August 1963) is an Indian actress, politician who is the current Member of Parliament in the Lok Sabha from Mandya, Karnataka. She has acted in more than 220 films in Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, Tamil and Hindi. She gained popularity in Telugu cinema and Malayalam cinema and later married Kannada actor-politician Ambareesh and has a son Abhishek Gowda. In March 2019, Sumalatha announced that she would seek election for Lok Sabha from Mandya constituency of Karnataka as an independent candidate. On 23 May 2019, Sumalatha won against Nikhil Kumaraswamy by a margin of more than 1.25 lakh votes in the Lok Sabha election. Career Sumalatha did her schooling at St. Joseph's Convent School, Brodipet, Guntur. She began acting at age 15, after winning an Andhra Pradesh beauty contest in 1979. After her pictures began circulating in the magazines, film producer D. Ramanaidu expressed interest in casting her in his film and offered her a signining amount of 1,001 in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Thiagarajan
Thiagarajan Sivanandam (born 21 June 1946) is an Indian actor, director and producer in Tamil cinema. Beside Tamil, he has also acted in several Malayalam and Kannada films and a few Telugu films. He is the father of Tamil actor Prashanth and the maternal uncle of Tamil actor Vikram. Career Basically a businessman, Thiagarajan made his acting debut with ''Alaigal Oivathillai'', appearing as the elder brother of the film's lead actress Radha. The film became successful and offers poured in for him. His portrayal of a jungle bandit in ''Malaiyoor Mambattiyan'' provided him a major breakthrough in his career. He was part of such successful films as ''Neengal Kettavai'' and '' Paayum Puli''. He acted in the Malayalam film ''New Delhi'', which became successful and his portrayal of a goon received acclaim. The success of the film prompted Thiagarajan to make his directorial debut titled ''Salem Vishnu'', based on the character which he had played in that film. He then directed '' A ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Krishnam Raju
Uppalapati Venkata Krishnam Raju (20 January 1940 – 11 September 2022) was an Indian actor and politician. He was known for his works in Telugu cinema and was widely known as "''Rebel Star''" for his rebellious acting style. He was also the winner of the inaugural Nandi Award for Best Actor. Krishnam Raju starred in more than 183 feature films in his career. He made his film debut with the 1966 film ''Chilaka Gorinka'' produced and directed by K. Pratyagatma. Krishnam Raju had won five Filmfare Awards South and three state Nandi Awards. Krishnam Raju was also an active politician. Krishnam Raju acted in several successful films such as ''Jeevana Tarangalu'' (1973), '' Krishnaveni'' (1974), ''Bhakta Kannappa'' (1976), '' Amara Deepam'' (1977), '' Sati Savitri'' (1978), ''Katakatala Rudrayya'' (1978), '' Mana Voori Pandavulu'' (1978), ''Rangoon Rowdy'' (1979), ''Sri Vinayaka Vijayamu'' (1979), ''Sita Ramulu'' (1980), ''Taxi Driver'' (1981), '' Trisulam'' (1982), ''Dharmaatmud ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Joshiy
Joshiy (born 18 July 1952) is an Indian film director and producer from Varkala in Kerala who works predominantly in the Malayalam film industry. He made his debut with ''Tiger Salim'' (1978) and has directed over 80 films. He has also directed a few Hindi, Tamil, Telugu and Kannada films. In the beginning of his career, he received national fame when he directed ''Dharm Aur Qanoon'' (1984) starring Rajesh Khanna and Dharmendra, with Khanna in double roles. Personal life Joshiy is married to Sindhu. The couple have a son, Abhilash, and a daughter, Aishwarya, who died in a car accident in Chennai in July 2011. Abhilash is married to Varsha. Career Born at Varkala in Thiruvananthapuram district as the son of Vasu and Gouri, Joshiy's relation with cinema began from the cinema theatre that his family owned. While doing his final year in degree, in 1969, Joshiy left to Chennai to try his luck in cinema. Joshiy began his career by working as an assistant director under eminent film ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
