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T. Chalapathi Rao
Tatineni Chalapathi Rao (22 December 1920 – 22 February 1994) was an Indian music composer who worked in Telugu cinema. His career spanned more than three decades from early 1950s, till 1980s. He was the cousin of T. Prakash Rao. Early life Born to Dronavilli Manikyamma and Rattayya in the village of Vuyyuru in the Krishna district of Andhra Pradesh on 22 December 1920, but he was adopted by Tatineni Koteswara Rao and his wife Kotamma. He was the cousin of T. Prakash Rao. Career His first film as music director was the Telugu film ''Puttillu'' in 1953 jointly with another music director, Mohan Das. His first independent work was for the Tamil film '' Amara Deepam'' (1956). Thereafter until 1984 he scored music for around 125 films mostly in Telugu and some in Tamil. He created many popular songs for films starring Akkineni Nageswara Rao. Through the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s, Chalapathi Rao and Nageswara Rao gave innumerable hits. Notable among them are ''Illarikam'' (1959), ' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vuyyuru
Vuyyuru is a town in Krishna district of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. It is a Nagar panchayat and the headquarters of Vuyyuru Mandal. It is emerging as neighbourhood of Vijayawada, India situated 30 km away.List of Neighborhoods in Vijayawada History It was part of Satavahana dynasty during 1st century CE. In 1000 A.D. the Cholas spread their power to Kolleru area and during that period some of them settled at this place. After that it eventually became part of Kakatiya dynasty. By the 14th Century the village grew in size and population, came under the rule of the Zamindaars of Nuzivid. Demographics Census of India, the town had a population of 46,490. The total population constitutes 23,312 males and 23,178 females —a sex ratio of 994 females per 1000 males, higher than the national average of 940 per 1000. 4,332 children are in the age group of 0–6 years, of which 2,151 are boys and 2,181 are girls. The town's average literacy rate stands at 81.87% with 3 ... [...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] |
Mane Aliya
''Mane Aliya'' is a 1964 Indian Kannada-language film, directed by S. K. A. Chari and produced by A. V. Subba Rao. The film stars Kalyan Kumar, Jayalalitha, K. S. Ashwath and Balakrishna in the lead roles. The film has musical score by T. Chalapathi Rao. The film was a remake of the Telugu film ''Illarikam'' (1959). Cast *Kalyan Kumar *Jayalalitha *K. S. Ashwath *Balakrishna * Narasimharaju *Dikki Madhavarao *M. P. Shankar *Guggu *Rangabhoomi Narayan *Hanumanthachar *Shivaji *H. R. Sharma *Thangappan *Vasudeva Girimaji *Anantharao *Sandhya *Rama *Vanishree *Suryakala *Lakshmidevi Thalikote *Geetha *Thara Soundtrack The music was composed by T. Chalapathi Rao Tatineni Chalapathi Rao (22 December 1920 – 22 February 1994) was an Indian music composer who worked in Telugu cinema. His career spanned more than three decades from early 1950s, till 1980s. He was the cousin of T. Prakash Rao. Early life .... References External links * 1964 films 1960s Kannada-lang ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nalvaravu
''Nalvaravu'' () is a 1964 Indian Tamil-language film directed by the duo Charlie–Maniam, produced by K. N. Natarajan and written by V. Lakshmanan. The film stars R. Muthuraman, Pushpalatha and E. V. Saroja. It was released on 5 March 1964. Plot Cast * R. Muthuraman * Pushpalatha * E. V. Saroja Production ''Nalvaravu'' was directed by the duo Charlie–Maniam, produced by K. N. Natarajan under S. V. Movies, and written by Vidwan Ve. Lakshmanan. The final cut measured . Themes The film deals primarily with divorce and remarriage. Soundtrack The soundtrack was composed by T. Chalapathi Rao. Release and reception ''Nalvaravu'' was released on 5 March 1964. The critic from ''The Indian Express'' said, "Rarely does one come across a movie which is bad in all aspects." T. M. Ramachandran of ''Sport and Pastime ''Sport and Pastime'' was a weekly sports magazine published by The Hindu Group from 1947 to 1968. Founded by S. K. Gurunathan, the magazine was eventuall ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Punarjanma (1963 Film)
''Punarjanma'' () is a 1963 Indian Telugu-language drama film, produced by A. V. Subba Rao and directed by K. Pratyagatma. Based on the novel ''Patthar Ke Honth'' by Gulshan Nanda, it stars Akkineni Nageswara Rao and Krishna Kumari, with music composed by T. Chalapathi Rao. The film was remade in Hindi as '' Khilona'' (1970), in Tamil as '' Engirundho Vandhaal'' and in Malayalam as '' Amrithavaahini''. Plot Gopi is the son of Zamindar, and is a sculptor. He creates a statue, and becomes so attached to it that he calls it his "dream girl". But unfortunately, the statue catches fire and burns, when Gopi has a mental breakdown. Before the rift, Gopi is in love with his cousin Vasanthi (Vasanthi). However, Vasanthi's mother Yasoda Devi (Suryakantham) breaks up their relationship. The doctor realised that music helps Gopi, so he advises him to have a beautiful girl who knows dance & music as his caretaker. Thus Zamindar, his father, brings a beautiful girl Radha (Krishna Kumari) ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Anbu Magan
''Anbu Magan'' () is a 1961 Indian Tamil-language film directed by T. Prakash Rao. The film stars A. Nageswara Rao and Savithri. It was released on 27 January 1961. Plot Cast The list is adapted from the film's Song book. ;Male cast *A. Nageswara Rao * K. A. Thangavelu *S. V. Sahasranamam *K. Sarangapani *M. N. Krishnan *Karikol Raj ;Female cast * Savithri * M. N. Rajam *P. Kannamba *M. Saroja *Honey Irani ;Guest artistes *V. Nagayya *D. Balasubramaniam * A. Karunanidhi Production The film was produced by T. V. S. Raju under the banner ''Pragathi Art Productions'' and was directed by T. Prakash Rao. Murasoli Maran wrote the screenplay and dialogues. Kamal Ghosh was in charge of cinematography while the editing was done by N. M. Shankar. Audiography was done by A. Krishnan. Kaladhar was the Art Director. The film was shot and processed at Vijaya Vauhini Studios. Soundtrack Music was composed by T. Chalapathi Rao while the lyrics were penned by Kannadasan, Udumala ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Punar Jenmam
''Punar Janmam'' () is a 1961 Indian Tamil-language film directed by R. S. Mani. The film stars Sivaji Ganesan, Padmini and Ragini. It was released on 21 April 1961. Plot Shankar is a successful artist and lives with his mother. He takes to alcohol, and as a result, messes up his life. A woman in his village, Parvathi, is in love with him, but she is unable to make him quit alcohol. Her brother's wife Kamakshi, however, hates Parvathi, and when she wins in a lottery, it only makes her headstrong. Parvathi suffers the brunt of her ill-treatment. Kamakshi's daughter, Pushpa, meanwhile, falls in love with her teacher. The mother decides to get them married even though her son does not approve. To change himself, Shankar goes to Madras, leads a reformed life, and earns well with his artistic skills. Kamakshi, meanwhile, brings his family house to auction. Shankar's mother is shocked and later dies. At the last minute, Shankar comes with his earnings and stops the auction. He le ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Maa Babu
''Maa Babu'' () is a 1960 Indian Telugu-language drama film co-written and directed by T. Prakash Rao. The film stars Akkineni Nageswara Rao and Savitri, with music composed by T. Chalapathi Rao. It is a remake of the Hindi film ''Chirag Kahan Roshni Kahan'' (1959). Plot Dr. Anand (Akkineni Nageswara Rao) is a well-known respectable doctor in society, his wife dies on the operating table, giving birth to a baby boy. At the same time, a widowed pregnant lady Ratna Devi (Savitri) has a miscarriage, as Anand promised her to protect the child, he gives his son to Ratna Devi hiding the truth. After that, grief-stricken, Anand becomes a wanderer and returns after four years. Due to affection for his son, he starts being a frequent visitor in their life which does not augur well with Ratna Devi's mother-in-law (Kannamba) and sister-in-law (M. Saroja) who make her life miserable by attributing illicit relations between them and forcibly stops Anand. Shortly thereafter, Anand marries ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Meenda Sorgam
''Meenda Sorgam'' () is a 1960 Indian Tamil-language romantic musical film, written and directed by Sridhar. The film stars Gemini Ganesan and Padmini, with K. A. Thangavelu, T. R. Ramachandran, N. Lalitha and Manorama in supporting roles. It was released on 29 July 1960, and failed commercially. Plot Nirmala is a poor but talented dancer who falls in love with Sekar, a rich man's son. But Sekar is forced into a marriage with Prathiba, a rich man's spoilt daughter. Inconsolable, Nirmala promises her lover that she will never give public performances. Due to various circumstances, Sekar's finances suffer losses and his house is put up for auction. To rescue him from a dire future, Nirmala breaks her promise and gives a dance performance. With the money thus earned, she saves his house. But Sekar is unaware of this. When he learns the truth, he begins searching for her. In the meantime, Prathiba, who is now reformed, commits suicide. Sekar locates Nirmala, who is on the v ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Koodi Vazhnthal Kodi Nanmai (1959 Film)
''Koodi Vazhnthal Kodi Nanmai'' () is a 1959 Indian Tamil-language film produced by V. L. Narasu and directed by D. S. Rajagopal. The film stars S. S. Rajendran and B. Saroja Devi. Plot The film story is woven with problems faced by people from different linguistic and other backgrounds. The hero is a Tamil speaking person. When he comes to Madras for employment, he finds it difficult to find accommodation. A Malayalam speaking person refuses to rent out a room for him. The hero meets the heroine while hailing for a taxi. They fall in love with each other. The story is complicated but all ends well educating the audience that unity is propitious for all. Cast The list is compiled from the database of Film News Anandan and from the review article in the Hindu newspaper. *S. S. Rajendran *B. Saroja Devi *Prem Nazir * Girija * V. K. Ramasamy * S. V. Subbaiah *D. Balasubramaniam *Sayeeram * C. K. Saraswathi *Ganapathi Bhat *Ratnam *Lakshmi Production The film was produced ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Prasad Art Pictures
Prasad Art Productions or Prasad Art Pictures Private Limited is a movie production house in South India. They produced about 20 films, mostly in Telugu Telugu may refer to: * Telugu language, a major Dravidian language of India *Telugu people, an ethno-linguistic group of India * Telugu script, used to write the Telugu language ** Telugu (Unicode block), a block of Telugu characters in Unicode S .... The company headed by Anumolu Venkata Subba Rao. Their first film was '' Pempudu Koduku'', directed by L. V. Prasad. ''Illarikam'', directed by T. Prakash Rao, was their biggest hit of 1959. Other notable films include ''Bharya Bharthalu'', ''Brahmachari (Telugu film), Brahmachari'', and ''Aalu Magalu''. Notes External links Profile of Prasad Art Productions at IMDbProfile of Prasad Art Pictures at IMDb Film production companies based in Hyderabad, India Indian companies established in 1953 Mass media companies established in 1953 {{film-company-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Uthami Petra Rathinam
''Uthami Petra Rathinam'' is a 1960 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by M. A. Thirumugam and written by Aaroor Dass. Music was composed by T. Chalapathi Rao. The film stars K. Balaji Malini and P. Kannamba, with T. K. Ramachandran, M. N. Rajam, Pandari Bai, S. V. Sahasranamam, Kuladeivam Rajagopal and Manorama in supporting roles. It was released on 1 April 1960. Plot The story concerns the problems between the rich man and the poor and the rich man's daughter falling in love in with the poor boy, whose father works for the rich man. The other eye the property and the women and how these problems are solved. Cast * K. Balaji * Malini * T. K. Ramachandran * M. N. Rajam * S. V. Sahasranamam * P. Kannamba * S. V. Subbaiah * Pandari Bai * Nagesh *Kuladeivam Rajagopal * Manorama * P. D. Sambandam * Sandow M. M. A. Chinnappa Thevar * C. P. Kittan Production The film was produced by Amara Productions and presented by Sandow M. M. A. Chinnappa Thevar, and direc ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
