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Sri Lakshmi (actress)
Sri Lakshmi is an Indian actress who is known for her comic roles in Telugu films. She has also appeared in Tamil films. More than 500 films to her credit, she later turned her attention towards television serials. Lakshmi has received four Nandi Awards for Best Female Comedian. Early life Sri Lakshmi was born and brought up in Madras into a Telugu family from Rajahmundry, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. Her father Amarnath and brother Rajesh are actors. Rajesh's daughter Aishwarya is an actress. Career Daughter of veteran Telugu actor/Producer Dr. Amarnath, Sri Lakshmi entered the film industry to support her family after her father had fallen sick. Initially, she did minimal and unnoticeable characters. After noticing her spark in playing comedic roles, director Jandhyala offered her a meatier role in ''Rendu Jella Sita'', which turned her career. In the Telugu film industry, she acted in comedy films by ace director, Jandhyala. She also acted in K. Vishwanath film ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Madras
Chennai (, ), formerly known as Madras ( the official name until 1996), is the capital city of Tamil Nadu, the southernmost Indian state. The largest city of the state in area and population, Chennai is located on the Coromandel Coast of the Bay of Bengal. According to the 2011 Indian census, Chennai is the sixth-most populous city in the country and forms the fourth-most populous urban agglomeration. The Greater Chennai Corporation is the civic body responsible for the city; it is the oldest city corporation of India, established in 1688—the second oldest in the world after London. The city of Chennai is coterminous with Chennai district, which together with the adjoining suburbs constitutes the Chennai Metropolitan Area, the List of urban areas by population, 36th-largest urban area in the world by population and one of the largest metropolitan economies of India. The traditional and de facto gateway of South India, Chennai is among the most-visited Indian cities by f ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nalugu Stambhalata (film)
''Nalugu Stambhalata'' is a 1982 Telugu language, Telugu-language romantic drama film directed by Jandhyala starring Naresh (actor), Naresh, Poornima (Telugu actress), Poornima, Pradeep Kondiparthi, and Tulasi (actress), Tulasi. The music was composed by Rajan–Nagendra. V. B. Rajendra Prasad remade the film in Hindi as ''Bekaraar'' in 1983. Cast * Naresh (actor), Naresh * Poornima (Telugu actress), Poornima * Pradeep Kondiparthi * Tulasi (actress), Tulasi * Suthivelu * Suthi Veerabhadra Rao Music The music for this film was composed by Rajan–Nagendra. The song ''Chinukula Rali'' was reused from music director's own composition '' Kanasalu Neene Manasalu Neene'' from the 1976 Kannada movie ''Bayalu Daari''. References External links * Nalugu Stambhalata full movie on Youtube Indian romantic drama films Films directed by Jandhyala Films scored by Rajan–Nagendra Telugu films remade in other languages 1980s Telugu-language films 1982 romantic drama films ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Swarnakamalam
''Swarnakamalam'' () is a 1988 Indian Telugu-language dance film written and directed by K. Viswanath. The film stars Venkatesh and Bhanupriya in the lead, while Sharon Lowen appears in a special role. The choreography is helmed by Kelucharan Mohapatra, and soundtrack is composed by Ilaiyaraaja. The song sequences were extensively shot at the Valley of Flowers National Park, the Nanda Devi National Park, the Shanti Stupa and Bhringesvara Siva Temple at Dhauli; and other locations in Visakhapatnam. The film was screened at the Indian panorama section of the 12th International Film Festival of India, the Asia Pacific Film Festival and the Ann Arbor Film Festival. The film received three Indian Express Awards, three state Nandi Awards, and two South Filmfare Awards, including Nandi Award for Best Feature Film and Filmfare Best Film Award (Telugu). Plot Meenakshi ( Bhanupriya) and Savitri (Devilalita) are daughters of a Kuchipudi doyen, Vedantam Seshendra Sharma. While a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pelli Chesi Choodu
''Pelli Chesi Choodu'' () is a 1952 Indian satirical comedy film directed by L. V. Prasad and produced by Nagi Reddi and Chakrapani under their company Vijaya Productions. The film was made simultaneously in Telugu and Tamil, the latter titled ''Kalyanam Panni Paar'' (). It stars N. T. Rama Rao, G. Varalakshmi, Yandamuri Joga Rao and Savitri. S. V. Ranga Rao, Sivarama Krishnayya, Doraswamy, and Suryakantham play supporting roles in the Telugu version while C. V. V. Panthulu replaced Krishnayya in Tamil. ''Pelli Chesi Choodu'' deals with the negative effects of the dowry system in India through the marital life of Venkata Ramana (Rama Rao) and Ammadu (Varalakshmi). The film's production began after the release of Vijaya Productions' ''Pathala Bhairavi'' (1951). Marcus Bartley was recruited as the cinematographer and the film was edited by C. P. Jambulingam and M. S. Money. Ghantasala composed the film's music. ''Pelli Chesi Choodu'' was released on 29 February 1952 while ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Janaki Ramudu
''Janaki Ramudu'' is a 1988 Indian Telugu-language film directed by K. Raghavendra Rao and produced by K. Murari under Yuva Chitra Arts. The film stars Nagarjuna, Vijayashanti and Jeevitha, with music composed by K. V. Mahadevan. It was dubbed into Tamil as ''Idhaya Devathai''. The film was influenced by '' Mooga Manasulu'' (1964). Plot The story deals with an eternal love story between Ramu (Nagarjuna) and Janaki (Vijayashanthi) in two different timelines. The film begins with a current timeline where Ramudu and Janaki are modern lovers who happen to visit a village. They start getting reminded of their past lives by reaching the place. The story drifts back to their past life where Lakshmi is a villager who is passionate about dance, and music, and Ranga teaches her how to sing. Due to some hardships in their village and economic differences, they die in sad circumstances. With their love being immortal, they are reborn in the current era. The rest of the story is about w ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Aranyakanda
''Aranyakanda'' ( ''Jungle Chapter'') is a 1986 Telugu-language action thriller film produced by C. Penchal Reddy under the Ushodaya Enterprises banner, and directed by Kranthi Kumar. It stars Nagarjuna, Ashwini, Rajendra Prasad. The soundtrack is composed by Chakravarthy. Plot The entire story revolves around a forest where the protection of a tribe against a tiger and deadly gangsters by a forest officer Chaitanya. Chaitanya goes to the jungle to solve the case of the tiger killing the local tribals. There, he meets the love birds Sanga and Neeli, but they cannot marry due to caste problems. After going through the case, Chaitanya realizes that the tiger is not harming the people, but there are some cowardly people who are doing all this. The rest of the story forms how he eradicates the evil activities and what he has to pay for them. Cast *Nagarjuna as Chaitanya * Ashwini as Preethi *Rajendra Prasad as Sangadu * Charan Raj as Bukutha * Prabhakar Reddy as Preethi's father ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Collector Gari Abbai
''Collector Gari Abbayi'' () is a 1987 Indian Telugu-language action drama film, produced by Yarlagadda Surendra under S. S. Creations and directed by B. Gopal. It stars Akkineni Nageswara Rao, Nagarjuna, Sarada and Rajani, with music composed by Chakravarthy. The film was recorded as a ''Super Hit'' at the box office and remade as Hindi film ''Kanoon Apna Apna'' (1989). Plot The film begins with Collector Rama Kantha Rao a stickler for law & order leads a happy family life with his ideal wife Lakshmi Devi, son Ravi, and daughter Jyothi. Here, always a rift arises between father & son as Ravi believes that sometimes out-of-law can be initiated to justify the truth. Besides, businessman Appa Rao & his acolyte Eelimudrala Ellayah remorselessly carry out their barbarities with their sons Kanna Rao & Chinna Rao respectively. The collector hinders them when thwarting their bid to bribe him but fails. Meanwhile, an Ellayah contest the election, with the support of Appa Rao becomes Mi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jeevana Poratam
''Jeevana Poratam'' is a 1986 Indian Telugu-language film directed by Rajachandra. It stars Sobhan Babu and Rajinikanth as brothers. Synopsis ''Jeevana Poratam'' is a story about the mismanagement and selfishness of the leaders of India. Many people had striven for the independence of the country, but when we got independence, the scenario was totally opposite. Bharath (Sobhan Babu) has become the victim. In spite of being a gold medalist, he had to suffer unemployment. His father Gummadi always scolds him for this. He has 2 brothers, Rajni and Naresh and a sister. Rajinikanth joins hands with bad people and knowing this, Sobhan babu scolds him and Rajinikanth disappears and comes in the end after joining the army (he loses is hand in war). Vijayasanthi and Sobhan are related and love each other. Meanwhile, Vijayasanthi gets a job in Sarat babu's office and Sarat babu loves her. Vijaysanthi slowly falls for Sarat Babu seeing his wealth and neglects Sobhan Babu. She even gets eng ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chantabbai
''Chantabbai'' () is a 1986 Indian Telugu-language comedy drama film written and directed by Jandhyala. It is based on the novel of same name by Malladi Venkata Krishna Murthy. Produced by Jyothi Art Pictures, the film stars Chiranjeevi and Suhasini while Jaggayya and Mucherla Aruna play supporting roles. The film has music composed by K. Chakravarthy. Released on 22 August 1986, the film received critical acclaim and was commercially successful and attained a Cult Classic Status among movie lovers. The film has acquired a cult status over the years. Plot Panduranga "Pandu" Rao is an amateur detective employed at Universal Detective Agency in Visakhapatnam, which is run and managed by Ramachandra Murthy. He considers James Bond as his idol, and models himself after him in terms of appearance and gives himself the name "James Pond". Neither the police nor his colleagues take Pandu seriously, including his assistant Ganapathi and the local police inspector Saumitri. Pandu harbou ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rendu Rella Aaru
''Rendu Rellu Aaru'' ( stylised as ''2X2=6'') is a 1986 Indian Telugu-language comedy film, produced by Gogineni.Subba Rao under Vijaya Creations banner and directed by Jandhyala. It stars Rajendra Prasad, Chandra Mohan, Rajani, Preethi and music composed by Rajan–Nagendra. E. V. V. Satyanarayana worked as associate director to the film. The story is based on a novel of same name by Malladi Venkata Krishna Murthy. Plot The film begins with two close friends Sadguna Rao and Madhusudan Rao. Madhu is a peculiar person who troubles everyone with puzzles and interesting questions. Once he is acquainted with a beautiful girl Keerthana in funny circumstances and they fall in love. Keertana also holds a mate Vindhya a stage artist. Right now, the story unfolds with Keerthana divulging Vindhya regarding her childhood marriage with a guy Venkata Sivam in their village which she denies and even changed her name from Vighneswari to Keerthana. At present, Keerthana's maternal uncle D ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vijetha
Vijetha () is a 1985 Indian Telugu-language film directed by A. Kodandarami Reddy and produced by Allu Aravind starring Chiranjeevi, Bhanupriya, and J. V. Somayajulu. The film released on 23 October 1985. The film was a remake of the 1981 Bengali film ''Saheb'' which was earlier remade in Hindi as ''Saaheb'' (1985) with Anil Kapoor. The film was dubbed in Tamil as ''Dharma Prabhu''. Chiranjeevi won his second Filmfare Best Actor Award for his performance in the film. This Marks the Debut of Icon Star Allu Arjun in Telugu Cinema Plot Madhusudhana Rao, aka Chinnababu (Chiranjeevi) is a wannabe football player, who would like to represent his country. Chinnababu is also the youngest son of Narasimham (J. V. Somayajulu). Chinnababu is in love with his childhood friend and neighbour Priyadarshani ( Bhanupriya). Despite his father's efforts to stop him, Chinnababu's love towards football grows and his coach encourages him to participate in leagues. Priyadarshani supports him in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Srivariki Premalekha
''Srivariki Premalekha'' () is a 1984 Telugu-language romantic comedy film written, and directed by Jandhyala; and produced by Cherukuri Ramoji Rao. The story is based on a Novel titled ''Premalekha'', published in "Chatura" magazine, written by Potturi Vijayalakshmi. It is also commercial hit during that period, with many actors subsequently established in the cinema field. The film won a Filmfare Award South and a Nandi Award. The film was remade in Tamil as ''Porutham'' with Naresh and Poornima reprising their roles. Plot This comedy film revolves around a blind Love letter (Prema Lekha) written by Swarna ( Poornima) to Ananda Rao ( Naresh), because in a bet with her friends, she writes a blind love letter to an unknown person if the reply will come early from that boy, it will proves Swarna's theory that a boy can be easily wooed by a girl. While posting the letter she forgot to mention the from address then unknowingly her friend randomly chooses a name called Sony from ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
