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Peddarikam
''Peddarikam'' () is a 1992 Indian Telugu-language drama film, produced and directed by A. M. Rathnam under the Sri Surya Movies banner. It is a remake of the Malayalam film '' Godfather''. The film stars Jagapathi Babu, Sukanya, N. N. Pillai (reprising his role from ''Godfather''), and Bhanumathi with music composed by Raj–Koti. This is Sukanya's first Telugu film as a heroine. The film was a ''Super Hit'' at the box-office. Plot The film begins in a village where fierce rivalry upholds between the families of Parvataneni Parasuramayya and Adusumilli Basavapurnamma the arbitrators. Parasuramayya detests women and prohibits their entry into his house. Hence, his 4 sons Balaramaiah, Rama Krishna, Narasimham, and Krishna Mohan are left unmarried. Destiny makes Krishna Mohan and Janaki, granddaughter of Basavapurnamma collegians at law college. Meanwhile, Basavapurnamma sets Janaki’s match with the Home Minister which has been withdrawn owing to the influence of Parasuram ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bhuvanachandra
Bhuvana Chandra is an Indian lyricist, renowned for his work in the Telugu cinema. He served in the Indian Air Force for 18 years before turning into a lyricist. He penned lyrics for more than 2000 songs. He also wrote more than 100 stories, a novel, and many articles in magazines. He participated as a judge in some reality shows. He also acted in the film ''Welcome Obama'' directed by Singeetam Srinivasa Rao. Personal life Bhuvana Chandra was born in Gullapudi, Krishna district and brought up in Chintalapudi, West Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh. He used to frequent the library and read a lot of books since his childhood. He learned Typing, and Shorthand and held tuition for students to make a living. Along with a friend, he went for the selections of Indian Air Force and got selected. His first posting was in Delhi. He served in the Indian Air Force and took voluntary retirement before turning into a lyricist. He participated in the Indo-Pakistan war in 1971 and recei ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sudhakar (actor)
G Sudhakar (born 18 May 1959) is an Indian actor, comedian and film producer. He has appeared more than 600 films in predominantly in Telugu and Tamil language films. He produced several films in Telugu, including '' Yamudiki Mogudu''. He won two Nandi Awards. Early life and personal life Sudhakar was born in Markapuram, Prakasam district. His father was a deputy collector who traveled all across Andhra Pradesh. Sudhakar is youngest of Six Brothers, He studied till intermediate in Andhra-Christian College, Guntur and then joined a Madras film institute and ventured into films. Film career Telugu films In the beginning days in the Telugu film industry he was a lead actor in ''Srushti Rahasyalu'', Pavitra Preama, "Agni poolu",'Oorikicchina Maata'', ''Bhogi Mantalu'', ''Konte Kodallu'' and others. He then started doing comedy roles which fit him well. He is famous for his peculiar voice modulation. He became a popular comedian in the 1980s and 90s by his dialogue pronuncia ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rami Reddy (actor)
Gangasani Rami Reddy also known as Spot Nana (1 January 1959 – 14 April 2011) was an Indian actor in Telugu cinema. He also tried as director and producer. He is known for his negative roles, character roles and comedy timing. He was a well-known villain and he had an inimitable style with typical Telangana dialect. He shot to fame with his dialogue "spot pedatha" in the film Ankusam. Early life Gangasani Rami Reddy was born in Chittoor district at Valmikipuram (formerly known as Vayalpad). He did his BCJ (journalism) from Osmania University. Career Before entering films, Reddy worked with ''Mf Daily'' as a journalist. He shot to fame with his role as 'Spot Nana' in the super hit film ''Ankusam'' and other movies including ''Osey Ramulamma'', ''Ammoru'', ''Gaayam'', ''Anaganaga Oka Roju'' and ''Peddarikam''. He acted in more than 250 films as a villain and character actor in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Hindi, Malayalam and Bhojpuri languages. Death Rami Reddy had developed liver ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Godfather (1991 Film)
''Godfather'' is a 1991 Indian Malayalam-language action comedy drama film written and directed by Siddique–Lal. It is produced by Appachan under the banner of Swargachithra. The film stars an ensemble cast consisting of N. N. Pillai, Mukesh, Philomina, Thilakan, Kanaka, Innocent, Siddique, Bheeman Raghu and K. P. A. C. Lalitha. A retelling of William Shakespeare's ''Romeo and Juliet,'' The film revolves around the rivalry between two families, the Anjooran and Anappara houses and the consequences faced when two members of the families fall in love. ''Godfather'' was initially planned to be released before ''In Harihar Nagar'' (1990), however Siddique-Lal felt that the film's script was not complete, and as a result stretched production time. The film was released on 15 November 1991 to positive reviews and became a blockbuster, running for 417 days. The film was the second highest grosser of the year, only surpassed by ''Kilukkam.'' It was later remade in Telugu as ''Pe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bhanumathi Ramakrishna
P. Bhanumathi Ramakrishna (7 September 1925 – 24 December 2005) was an Indian actress, singer, film producer, director, music composer, and novelist. She is regarded as the first female super star of Telugu cinema. She is also considered the first female director of Telugu cinema with her debut directorial '' Chandirani'' (1953). Bhanumathi appeared in over 100 films predominantly in Telugu and Tamil languages. She was awarded the Padma Bhushan in 2001 for her contribution to the Indian cinema. She was honored among "women in cinema" at the 30th International Film Festival of India. Early life Bhanumathi was born on 7 September 1925 in Doddavaram village of Prakasam district, near Ongole, Andhra Pradesh. She is the third child to Saraswatamma and Bommaraju Venkata Subbaiah. She grew up watching her father perform in various stage shows. Her father, Venkata Subbayya, was a lover of classical music and trained her in music from an early age. Career Bhanumathi entered the film i ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kavitha (actress)
Kavitha Dasaratharaj, known professionally as Kavitha, is an Indian actress and politician who predominantly works in Telugu, Tamil and Kannada film industries, she also acted in few Malayalam movies as well. She is well known for her supporting roles in Telugu-language movies like ''Aada Paandavulu'' (2013), ''Chethilo Cheyyesi'' (2010), ''Meenakshi'' (2005), and ''Yugalageetham'' (2010). She hails from Andhra Pradesh and her mother tongue is Telugu. Her husband and her son died due to COVID-19 in 2021. Film career Kavitha's family hails from Nidamarru village near Tadepalligudem city of West Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh state. She entered film industry when she was 11 years old by making her debut in Tamil movie ''O Manju'' and Telugu movie ''Siri Siri Muvva'', both movies were released in 1976. She acted more than 350 movies in Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam and Kannada languages. Awards Filmography ''This list is incomplete; you can help by expanding it.'' Telugu ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Uday Prakash (actor)
Uday Prakash was an Indian actor who starred in Tamil and Telugu films. He was a football player (team captain) at Sacred Heart College, Tirupattur. Career Uday Prakash became famous as he acted in a very important role in Telugu blockbuster '' Karthavyam'' starring Vijayashanti. The film also gave him the much boost in Tamil as well, when it was dubbed as ''Vyjayanthi IPS''. Soon he was cast as one of the 3 brothers of Khushbu in ''Chinna Thambi'' which also became a blockbuster. Death Uday Prakash had the habit of drinking which made his downfall as he lost many opportunities. He had left Chennai due to mounting debts with no work. He was later spotted living in a hut as a hermit along with an old lady who fed him. With the media writing about him the Nadigar Sangham took the responsibility to rehabilitate him. Actor Sarath Kumar gave him an opportunity again in his film '' Diwan''. Uday Prakash told the media that he had kicked the habit of drinking and was looking forward to ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chalapathi Rao
Chalapathi Rao (8 May 1944 – 24 December 2022) was an Indian actor and producer known for comedy and villainous roles in Telugu cinema. He acted in different roles in more than 600 films. Personal life and death Rao hailed from Baliparru, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. His son Ravi Babu is an actor, director and producer in Tollywood. Rao died from a heart attack on 24 December 2022, at the age of 78. Partial filmography As actor #Gudachari 116 (1966) # Sakshi (1967) # Buddhimantudu (1969) #Takkari Donga Chakkani Chukka (1969) # Kathanayakudu (1969) #Mayani Mamata (1970) # Pettandarulu (1970) # Sampoorna Ramayanam (1971) #Adrusta Jathakudu (1971) #Kalam Marindi (1972) #Desoddharakulu (1973) # Andalaramudu (1973) #Doctor Babu (1973) #Tatamma Kala (1974) #Yamagola (1975) #Annadammula Anubandham (1975) #Manushulanta Okkate (1976) #Yamagola (1977) #Daana Veera Soora Karna (1977) #Yuga Purushudu (1978) #Driver Ramudu (1979) #Vetagadu (1979) # Sri Tirupati Venkateswara Kal ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Narra Venkateswara Rao
Narra Venkateswara Rao was an Indian actor known for his works in Telugu cinema. He hailed from Agraharam village (Ramachandrapuram) in Zarugumalli Mandal, Prakasam district of Andhra Pradesh, India. Career He acted in over 500 films spanning more than three decades. Some of his hit films include '' Yuvatharam Kadilindi'' (1980), ''Neti Bharatam'' (1983), '' Kartavyam'' (1990), and ''Osey Ramulamma'' (1997). His last film was '' Mesthri'' (2009). Death Rao died of cancer on 27 December 2009 at the age of 62 years. Filmography * '' Chaduvu Samskaram'' (1974) * ''Shri Vinayaka Vijayamu'' (1979) as Indra * '' Yuvatharam Kadilindi'' (1980) * ''Prema Kanuka'' (1981) * ''Nireekshana'' (1982) as ArjunaRao Inspector * '' Chattamtho Poratam'' (1985) as Inspector * ''Pratighatana'' (1986) * ''Repati Pourulu'' (1986) * ''Jayam Manade'' (1986) as Public Prosecutor * '' Dharmapatni'' (1987) * '' Rowdy No.1'' (1988) as Sub-Inspector of Police * '' Bharata Nari'' (1989) * '' Palnati Rudrai ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Balarama Krishnulu
''Balarama Krishnulu'' is a 1992 Telugu-language drama film, produced by Sunkara Madhu Murali under the Vineela Art Productions banner, presented by Sri Sravanthi Movies and directed by Ravi Raja Pinisetty. The film stars Shobhan Babu, Rajashekhar, Jagapathi Babu, Ramya Krishna and music was composed by Raj–Koti. The film is a remake of the Tamil movie ''Cheran Pandiyan'' from 1991. Plot The film begins in a village where a family feud upholds between the sibling Balaramaiah & Krishna Murthy the arbitrators and forefronts. Balaramaiah is a cohere to grounds of caste. Thus, he ostracizes his half-brother Krishna Murthy and sister Seeta getting hold of the exploitation of his sly distant relative Chintamani. Since their mother belongs to the lower tier. They share the same compound of their ancestors' property where Balaramaiah resides with his benevolent wife Vasumati & daughter Pooja. Vasumati is propitious towards Krishna Murthy’s family and also showers her affection for ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Allu Ramalingaiah
Allu Ramalingaiah (1 October 1922 – 31 July 2004) was an Indian character actor, comedian, and producer known for his works in Telugu cinema. In 1990, He was honoured with the Padma Shri for his contribution to Indian cinema. In 1998, he received the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award - South, and the Raghupathi Venkaiah Award in 2001. Ramalingaiah appeared in over 1000 films in a variety of roles. The "Allu Ramalingaiah National Award" was instituted in his memory by the "Allu Ramalingaiah Academy of Arts". The award is presented every year to a Telugu film personality for life time achievement. Early life Ramalingaiah was born on October 1, 1922 in Palakollu, Andhra Pradesh, India into a Telugu speaking family. Allu Ramalingaiah National Award recipients *Dasari Narayana Rao *K. Raghavendra Rao *Kota Srinivasa Rao *Trivikram Srinivas Awards * Raghupathi Venkaiah Award for the year 2001 * Padma Shri award by the Government of India for his outstanding contribution to Tel ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mannava Balayya
Mannava Balayya (9 April 1930 – 9 April 2022) was an Indian actor, writer, director and producer in Telugu cinema. He acted in 300 films. Early life and career Mannava Balayya, was born at Chavupadu, Amaravathi mandalam, Guntur district to Mannava Annapurnamma, Guravayya Chowdary. He studied Engineering B.E. (mechanical) in Guindy Engineering College, Chennai. Inspired by the drama during his college days, Balayya ventured into movies with guidance from Tapi Chanakya. He made his debut as an actor with ''Ethuku Pai Ethu'', a social film directed by Tapi Chanakya and made by Sarathi Studios. Films such as ''Parvati Kalyanam'' established him as an actor. He acted in nearly three hundred films and established Amrutha Films in 1970. He penned a play, ''Nalupu Telupu'', later made into ''Chelleli Kapuram'', for which he received the Gold Nandi Award from the Andhra Pradesh Government. He also penned films, including ''Neramu Siksha'' and '' Annadammula Katha''. He was award ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |