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Upendra Kumar
Upendra Kumar (18 July 1941 – 24 January 2002) was an Indian composer who predominantly worked in Kannada and Odia films. He was known for his strong association with Rajkumar and his family and scored some of his career best compositions for the films featuring Rajkumar and his sons. He had scored for 210 films including Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Tulu films. Early life Kumar originally hailed from Digapahandi, a town in the present-day Odisha State of India. He was born in 1941 in Madras (now Chennai) in British India to a Telugu-speaking brahmin family. His father, Lakshman Swamy was an astrologer. Kumar studied up to seventh Grade and shifted towards music learning with the help of his uncle, Apparao. He underwent rigorous training in Hindustani classical, Western instrumental and Indian string instruments. He graduated with a bachelor's degree in Indian classical music, Odia music and sitar from the Uthkala College of Music and Dance. Upon completion of his graduatio ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Orissa, India
Odisha (English: , ), formerly Orissa ( the official name until 2011), is an Indian state located in Eastern India. It is the 8th largest state by area, and the 11th largest by population. The state has the third largest population of Scheduled Tribes in India. It neighbours the states of Jharkhand and West Bengal to the north, Chhattisgarh to the west, and Andhra Pradesh to the south. Odisha has a coastline of along the Bay of Bengal in Indian Ocean. The region is also known as Utkala and is also mentioned in India's national anthem, "Jana Gana Mana". The language of Odisha is Odia, which is one of the Classical Languages of India. The ancient kingdom of Kalinga, which was invaded by the Mauryan Emperor Ashoka (which was again won back from them by King Kharavela) in 261 BCE resulting in the Kalinga War, coincides with the borders of modern-day Odisha. The modern boundaries of Odisha were demarcated by the British Indian government when Orissa Province was established ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bachelor's Degree
A bachelor's degree (from Middle Latin ''baccalaureus'') or baccalaureate (from Modern Latin ''baccalaureatus'') is an undergraduate academic degree awarded by colleges and universities upon completion of a course of study lasting three to six years (depending on institution and academic discipline). The two most common bachelor's degrees are the Bachelor of Arts (BA) and the Bachelor of Science (BS or BSc). In some institutions and educational systems, certain bachelor's degrees can only be taken as graduate or postgraduate educations after a first degree has been completed, although more commonly the successful completion of a bachelor's degree is a prerequisite for further courses such as a master's or a doctorate. In countries with qualifications frameworks, bachelor's degrees are normally one of the major levels in the framework (sometimes two levels where non-honours and honours bachelor's degrees are considered separately). However, some qualifications titled bachelor's ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hrudaya Haadithu
''Hrudaya Haadithu'' is a 1991 Indian Kannada-language romantic drama film directed by M. S. Rajashekar and produced by S. A. Srinivas & B. P. Somu. The story is influenced by the novel ''Himada Hoovu'' written by Vamshi. The film stars Ambareesh, Bhavya and Malashri and was widely acclaimed for its score and lead actor performances, with Malashri winning a Filmfare Award for her portrayal of a heart patient and Upendra Kumar winning Karnataka State Film Award for Best Music Director for his work on the film's music. The main lead for the movie was initially supposed to be Shiva Rajkumar but upon completion of the script Parvathamma Rajkumar felt that Ambareesh would be a better fit for the role and so he was cast instead. Plot Dr. Prasad is a renowned doctor who has performed many successful, including novel heart surgeries, during his medical practice in India. A group of press reporters visit to invite him as a guest for an event. When a journalist questions him about the to ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nanjundi Kalyana
''Nanjundi Kalyana'' () is a 1989 Indian Kannada-language romantic comedy film, directed by M. S. Rajashekar, starring newcomers Raghavendra Rajkumar and Malashri, with Girija Lokesh and Sundar Krishna Urs as the lead cast. The film was a major blockbuster of the year and was one among the biggest grossing Kannada films of 1989. The movie saw a theatrical run of 90 weeks. The story is based on Parvathavani's Kannada drama, which was a translation of William Shakespeare's comedy ''The Taming of the Shrew''. The film was remade in Telugu in 1990 as '' Mahajananiki Maradalu Pilla''. Upendra Kumar, who had composed the songs for this movie, was also the music director for the Telugu version and he retained all the six songs from this movie in the Telugu version. Plot The film is a family drama which starts with the Gauri Ganesha festival. While offering pooja to goddess Gauri, Girija Lokesh (mother) of Raghuchandra (Raghavendra Rajkumar) receives a money order as a gift of a fest ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ratha Sapthami
''Ratha Sapthami'' is a 1986 Indian Kannada-language romance film, romantic musical film directed by M. S. Rajashekar and produced by S. A. Govindaraj. It stars Shiva Rajkumar in his second venture after ''Anand (1986 film), Anand''. Debutant actress Niveditha Arjun, Asha Rani and playwright Parvathavani star. The musical score was composed by Upendra Kumar, while the lyrics, screenplay and dialogues were written by Chi. Udaya Shankar. P. Vasu was the co-screen play writer of this movie. The story is based on a Kannada novel of the same name by Vidyullatha Sasanoor. ''Ratha Sapthami'' opened on 12 December 1986 and was declared a musical blockbuster. Co-screen play writer P. Vasu remade the movie in Tamil in 1996 as ''Love Birds (1996 film), Love Birds''. The interval twist of the movie - where the hero supposedly dies in an accident - and the second half of the movie - where the heroine is sent out of her hometown to her uncle's place in order to overcome her depression but is ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kaamana Billu
''Kaamana Billu'' () is a 1983 Indian Kannada language film directed by Chi. Dattaraj. It stars Rajkumar, Anant Nag and Saritha. The film is based on the novel ''Mrigathrushna'' by Ashwini. This climax of the movie inspired a similar sequence in the 1999 Hindi movie '' Mann'' and its Telugu remake ''Ravoyi Chandamama''. Cast * Rajkumar as Suryanarayana "Soorappa" * Anant Nag as Chandra * Saritha as Girija * Balakrishna * K. S. Ashwath as Seshappa * Thoogudeepa Srinivas * M. S. Umesh * Papamma * Uma Shivakumar * Shivaprakash * Rajanand * Mysore Lokesh * Vishwanath * Vivek Vishwakarma * Malathi Holla * Shanthamma Soundtrack The music of the film was composed by Upendra Kumar, with lyrics written by Chi. Udaya Shankar Chitnahalli Udayashankar (18 February 1934 – 2 July 1993; born in Chitnahalli) was an Indian lyricist and dialogue writer in the Kannada film industry for over three decades, who penned more than 3000 songs for films and devotional songs. H ... and Kuve ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ravichandra
''Ravi Chandra'' is a 1980 Kannada-language romantic drama film directed by A. V. Sheshagiri Rao, written by Shankar-Sundar and produced by Parvathamma Rajkumar. The film starred Rajkumar in dual roles along with Lakshmi and Sumalatha. Veteran actress Savitri featured in a prominent role in this film. This was Sumalatha's debut film in Kannada. The screenplay, dialogues and lyrics are written by Chi. Udaya Shankar. This was Rajkumar's immediate release after ''Nanobba Kalla'' which also had him in dual roles - making it the only instance in his career where he appeared in dual roles in successive movies. Cast Soundtrack The music was composed by Upendra Kumar with lyrics by Chi. Udaya Shankar Chitnahalli Udayashankar (18 February 1934 – 2 July 1993; born in Chitnahalli) was an Indian lyricist and dialogue writer in the Kannada film industry for over three decades, who penned more than 3000 songs for films and devotional songs. H .... All the songs composed for ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Shankar Guru (1978 Film)
''Shankar Guru'' is a 1978 Indian Kannada-language Action film, action thriller film directed by V. Somashekhar, written by Chi. Udayashankar and produced by Parvathamma Rajkumar under the banner of Dakshayini Combines. It stars Dr. Rajkumar, Rajkumar in the lead role alongside Jaimala (actress), Jayamala, Padmapriya (actress), Padmapriya, Kanchana (actress), Kanchana, Balakrishna (Kannada actor), Balakrishna, Vajramuni, Thoogudeepa Srinivas and Uma Shivakumar in supporting roles. Rajkumar appears in a triple role in the film — as a father and his two sons separated in childhood. The film was Parvathamma Rajkumar's first outing as a producer for a mainstream production. She produced the film under the banner of Dakshayini Combines. The film was shot extensively in and around Kashmir. The film features original songs that was composed by Upendra Kumar, while the lyrics were written by Chi. Udaya Shankar. The cinematography of the film was done by R. Madhusudan, while the editing ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Premada Kanike
''Premada Kanike'' () is a 1976 Indian Kannada-language thriller film directed by V. Somashekhar and produced by Jayadevi. The film starred Rajkumar, Aarathi and Jayamala. The songs composed by Upendra Kumar were received extremely well and considered as evergreen hits. The story of the movie was written by the acclaimed duo Salim–Javed who made their South Indian debut as original story writers for which they rehashed the story of the 1969 movie '' Do Bhai'' by retaining only the core plotline which was originally credited only to Prince Salim. This was Salim-Javed's first release after '' Sholay''. The film upon release was declared a blockbuster at the box-office and established a cult status for all the crime-thriller genre films. The movie is noted for merging romantic story with thriller genre. It was appreciated for having redefined the thriller genre in the industry. The film saw a theatrical run of 25 weeks. It went on to win multiple awards and accolades including ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sipayi Ramu
''Sipayi Ramu'' is 1972 Indian Kannada language film directed by Y. R. Swamy, based on the novel ''Barale Innu Yamune?'' by Nuggehalli Pankaja. It stars Rajkumar, Leelavathi and Aarathi. The supporting cast includes K. S. Ashwath, Shivaram, Vajramuni and Thoogudeepa Srinivas. At the 1971-72 Karnataka State Film Awards, the film was awarded the Third Best Film and Best Actress (Leelavathi). The 2012 Hindi movie '' Paan Singh Tomar'', based on the life of Indian soldier turned dacoit Paan Singh Tomar had a similar story line. This was also the first Kannada colour movie which was based on a novel. Cast * Rajkumar as Ramu alias Ram Singh * Leelavathi as Yamuna * Aarathi as Champa * K. S. Ashwath as Hari Singh * Shivaram as Lakhan Singh * Vajramuni as Sudhakar * Thoogudeepa Srinivas as Mangal Singh * Shakti Prasad as Shetty * Y. R. Ashwath Narayana * B. Jaya * M. Jayashree as Janaki *Debashree Roy Soundtrack The music of the film was composed by Upendra Kumar Upend ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Katari Veera
''Katari Veera'' is a 1966 Indian Kannada-language swashbuckler film directed by Y. R. Swamy and produced by T. Vasanna and S. Heera. The film stars Dr. Rajkumar, Udaya Chandrika, Udaykumar, Narasimharaju , Balakrishna and Vanisri . This is the first Kannada film of actress Udaya Chandrika. This was also the debut movie of Nagappa - who went on to become one of the popular villains of his time. The film has musical score by Upendra Kumar who also made his debut in Kannada movies through this movie. Cast *Dr. Rajkumar *Udaykumar * Narasimharaju *Balakrishna *Rathnakar *Nagappa *Kuppuraj *Nagappa *Srikanth *Shyamsundar *D. T. Shashiraj *Udaya Chandrika *Vanisri *Shobharani alias Shymala Shetty *Papamma *Baby Sunitha *Vidyashree *Janaki Soundtrack The music was composed by Upendra Kumar. The song "Changu Changendu Haaruva", sung by P. Susheela Pulapaka Susheela (born 13 November 1935), popularly known as P. Susheela, is an Indian playback singer associated with the South ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sangeeta Katti11
Sangeeta may refer to: Song and music * Sangita or Sangeeta: music-related performance arts in the ancient and medieval era Indian texts. Sangeet Sangeeta *Sangeeta Bijlani (born 1965), Miss India in 1980 *Sangeeta Krishnasamy (born 1985), Malaysian actress and model *Sangeeta Kumari Singh Deo (born 1961), member of the Lok Sabha of India *Sangeeta N. Bhatia (born 1968), Indian American biological engineer and professor at MIT * Sangeeta Niranjan, Indo-Fijian businesswoman *Sangeeta (Pakistani actress) (born 1947) * Sangeeta Richard, domestic helper whose employment contract led to the Devyani Khobragade incident *Sangeeta Shankar (born 1965), Indian violinist *Sangeeta (Telugu actress) Sangeetha * Sangeetha Krish (born 1978), Tamil actress *Sangeetha Choodamani, an award given to Carnatic musicians in India *Sangeetha Kalanidhi, a title awarded yearly to an expert carnatic musician by the Madras Music Academ *Sangeetha Kalasarathy, a yearly title awarded to an expert carnatic m ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
