|
Nandamuri Balakrishna
Nandamuri Balakrishna (born 10 June 1960), also known as Balayya or NBK, is an Indian actor, film producer, politician and philanthropist known for his works in Telugu cinema. Balakrishna is an elected member of the Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly from Hindupur Assembly constituency, Hindupur constituency since 2014. The son of actor and former List of chief ministers of Andhra Pradesh, Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh N. T. Rama Rao, Balakrishna made his debut as a child artist at the age of 14 with the film ''Tatamma Kala'' (1974). In 2025, the Government of India honoured him with third-highest civilian award in India, the Padma Bhushan. Balakrishna is a recipient of three state Nandi Awards, three South Indian International Movie Award, SIIMA Awards, and an 3rd IIFA Utsavam, IIFA Award. In 2012, Balakrishna was the chief guest at the 43rd International Film Festival of India, 43rd IFFI. Currently, he serves as the Chairman of Basavatarakam Indo American Cancer Hospital, B ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Madras
Chennai, also known as Madras ( its official name until 1996), is the capital and largest city of Tamil Nadu, the southernmost state of India. It 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 India and forms the fourth-most-populous urban agglomeration. Incorporated in 1688, the Greater Chennai Corporation is the oldest municipal corporation in India and the second oldest in the world after London. Historically, the region was part of the Chola, Pandya, Pallava and Vijayanagara kingdoms during various eras. The coastal land which then contained the fishing village Madrasapattinam, was purchased by the British East India Company from the Nayak ruler Chennapa Nayaka in the 17th century. The British garrison established the Madras city and port and built Fort St. George, the first British fortress in India. The city was made the winter capital of the Madras Presidency, a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Government Of India
The Government of India (ISO 15919, ISO: Bhārata Sarakāra, legally the Union Government or Union of India or the Central Government) is the national authority of the Republic of India, located in South Asia, consisting of States and union territories of India, 36 states and union territories. The government is led by the president of India (currently ) who largely exercises the executive powers, and selects the Prime Minister of India, prime minister of India and other ministers for aid and advice. Government has been formed by the The prime minister and their senior ministers belong to the Union Council of Ministers, its executive decision-making committee being the Cabinet (government), cabinet. The government, seated in New Delhi, has three primary branches: the legislature, the executive and the judiciary, whose powers are vested in bicameral Parliament of India, Union Council of Ministers (headed by prime minister), and the Supreme Court of India respectively, with a p ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lorry Driver (film)
''Lorry Driver'' is a 1990 Telugu-language action film, produced by S. Jaya Rama Rao under the Jaya Productions banner, presented by Rao Gopal Rao and directed by B. Gopal. It stars Nandamuri Balakrishna, Vijayashanti and music composed by Chakravarthy. The film was recorded as a ''Super Hit'' at the box office. The film marked the first collaboration of director B. Gopal with Balakrishna. Plot The film is under the backdrop of a lorry driver's union, which compels under a power-hungry owner, Ranganayakulu. He envies his drivers for turning into independents and makes them apprehended by bribing a vile cop, Netaji, with false allegations. A gallant driver, Balamurali, handles a lorry owned by Jayamma and the two crushes. He stands as a pillar to his men and captives on Netaji for inequity. Upon this, a rectitude couple Collector Lalitha Devi & SP Pradeep Kumar acquaint him. Firstly, they retort on Balamurali's deed but understand his virtue by Advocate Kaasipati, a straight ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nari Nari Naduma Murari
''Nari Nari Naduma Murari'' () is a 1990 Telugu-language romantic comedy film directed by A. Kodandarami Reddy. The film was produced by K. Murari under the Yuva Chitra Arts banner. It stars Nandamuri Balakrishna, Shobana, Nirosha, and the music is composed by K. V. Mahadevan. This is the 50th film of Nandamuri Bala Krishna and it was recorded as a ''Super Hit'' at the box office. During the pre-climax scene, Balakrishna does not appear for more than 20 minutes, which is uncommon in Telugu films. Plot The film begins in Nakkabokkalapaadu, where a lofty woman, Sesharatnam, prioritizes outward beauty. She averses her henpeck husband, Veerabhadraiah, as he has a second spouse, Nagamani. Indeed, before his marriage, he loved Nagamani, but by force of his mother Janakamma, he espoused Sesharatnam. Later, the truth is out when Sesharatnam rebukes, ostracizes her mother-in-law, and stays away from Veerabhadraiah. The couple has two daughters, Shobha, a homely & Neeraja / Neeru, a naug ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Muddula Mavayya
''Muddula Mavayya'' is a 1989 Indian Telugu-language drama film directed by Kodi Ramakrishna and produced by S. Gopal Reddy on Bhargav Art Productions banner. It stars Nandamuri Balakrishna and Vijayashanti with music composed by K. V. Mahadevan. The film was a remake of the Tamil film '' En Thangachi Padichava'' (1988). ''Muddula Mavayya'' was a major commercial success, running for 100 days in 29 centres. Plot The film begins in a village where Zamindar Ranga Rao is a vandal who plots to seize it for the construction of his liquor factory. An inspector is new to the place, receives hush from the public, and precedes Ranga Rao, whom he debases. Accordingly, he priors a case of criminal Raja, who is under a penalty on murder convict. Aside from that, Ranga Rao hounds the villagers to nullify while Raja backs and finger-wages Ranga Rao with valor. Next, the Inspector questions Raja, and then he reels the rearward. Raja is wholehearted in his life for his sibling Lakshmi. The two ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Muvva Gopaludu
''Muvva Gopaludu'' is a 1987 Indian Telugu-language romantic drama film produced by S. Gopala Reddy and directed by Kodi Ramakrishna. The film stars Nandamuri Balakrishna, Vijayashanti and Shobana, with music composed by K. V. Mahadevan. It is a remake of the Tamil film '' Aruvadai Naal'' (1986). The film was released on 19 May 1987. Plot The film is set in a village where Gopi, a wealthy and spirited young man, is oppressed by his tyrannical brother-in-law, Basava Raju. Despite this, his sister, Nagalakshmi, shows him warmth and support. Meanwhile, Nirmala, a medical student raised by a Christian missionary, is appointed by the government to work in Gopi’s village. Although Nirmala initially plans to become a nun, she agrees to serve in the village at the request of a Mother Superior. Upon arrival, she meets Father Lawrence, a kind-hearted priest admired by the villagers. Gopi and Nirmala initially clash but soon develop a close bond. When Gopi attempts suicide due to B ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Apoorva Sahodarulu
''Apoorva Sahodarulu'' () is a 1986 Indian Telugu-language action film, produced by K. Krishna Mohana Rao under the R. K. Associates banner and directed by K. Raghavendra Rao. It stars Nandamuri Balakrishna, Vijayashanti, Bhanupriya and the music was composed by Chakravarthy. This is the first time Nandamuri Balakrishna plays a dual role. Plot The film begins in a royal dynasty where Zamindar Narendra Varma notabilities Prakasam, a freedom fighter, and bestows him his prestigious land for providing shelter to the families of the combatants. Consequently, the public praises the kind nature of Narendra Varma and his wife Malini, but the childlessness perturbs the two. Bangaru Raju & Varahalu, Narendra Varma's vicious brothers-in-law, are waiting for a shot to usurp his wealth. Alongside, Narendra Varma knits a penniless Purna hiding his identity, who is pregnant. Being conscious of it, Bangaru Raju acts together and puts fire on Purna's house when she is assumed dead. By and by, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mangammagari Manavadu
''Mangammagari Manavadu'' () is a 1984 Telugu-language drama film. It was produced by S. Gopala Reddy under the Bhargav Art Productions banner and directed by Kodi Ramakrishna. It stars Nandamuri Balakrishna, Bhanumathi Ramakrishna, Suhasini Maniratnam with music composed by K. V. Mahadevan. The film is a remake of Tamil movie '' Mann Vasanai'' (1983). Plot The film begins in a village where Mangamma, an indomitable woman, resides with her valiant grandson Veeranna—the village feuds with adjacent, whose forefront is bloodthirsty Basavaiah. Chantabbai, Mangamma's son-in-law, always brings Basavaiah off in the bullfight, which inflames him. Mangamma & Chantabbai's families have held conflicts for a long time. However, Veeranna darlings his cousin Malli, who wins over their rift, and the elders decide the wedlock. Parallelly, Chantabbai maintains an adulterous fling with a sly Chintamani, her brother Chandarraju's passion for Malli. So, Chantabbai kicks them out when Chintamani ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Janani Janmabhoomi
''Janani Janmabhoomi'' () is a 1984 Telugu-language philosophical film produced by K. Kesava Rao under the Sri Bramharambika Films banner and directed by K. Viswanath. It stars Nandamuri Balakrishna, Sumalatha, Satyanarayana, Sharada and music composed by K. V. Mahadevan. Plot The film begins with Dhnanjay Rao, a millionaire who is toffee-nosed, high-handed, and an atheist. His absence of consent to prayers & worship at home is repentant to his benevolent wife, Kathyayini. Plus, she is troubled for her two sons, Ramesh & Suresh, who are turpitudes by their father's indulgence. Jagannatha Rao, a government official who authorizes the hefty contracts, and Dhannajay Rao make his dereliction of duty. Though he always wants to be candid, he is retreated by his greedy wife, who aspires to knit their daughter Padmini/Pammy with Ramesh as they are infatuated. Meanwhile, Ramesh moved abroad to pursue higher studies and returned after a few years. Suddenly, all are startled to view ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sahasame Jeevitham
''Sahasame Jeevitham'' () is a 1984 Indian Telugu-language romance film directed by Bharati-Vasu. It stars Nandamuri Balakrishna and Vijji, with music composed by Ilaiyaraaja. The film is the debut of Balakrishna as a solo lead role without his father N. T. Rama Rao. Vasu, one of the directors later reused this plot for Tamil film '' Thottal Poo Malarum'' (2007). Plot The film begins with a dynamic youth, Ravi, returning to his hometown. During the train journey, he is ecstatic and narrates his past to passengers. Ravi led a splendid lifestyle in college and is fascinated by everyone because of his fabulous singing. He is the son of a middle-class lecturer, Satyam, who takes a bus and many boards to hear his song daily. Chaaya, his fellow collegian daughter of a tycoon, Gupta, gets wise of Ravi's knack. So, she climbs the bus in a burka as Gupta shows hostility to pennilessness. Anyhow, Ravi detects and finds her whereabouts with his wit and two crushes brainily by a code lan ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Basavatarakam Indo American Cancer Hospital
Basavatarakam Indo American Cancer Hospital & Research Institute (BIACH&RI) is a premier non-profit, tertiary care cancer hospital and research center located in Hyderabad, India. It was founded in 1986 by Indian matinée idol and politician Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao, in memory of his wife, Nandamuri Basavatarakam, who succumbed to cancer. The hospital was established under the Nandamuri Basavataraka Ramarao Memorial Cancer Foundation (NBTRCF), in collaboration with the Indo-American Cancer Organisation (IACO), USA. BIACH&RI offers comprehensive oncology services, including medical, surgical, radiation, and paediatric oncology, It also functions as a research and training institute, conducting clinical studies and providing oncology training to medical professionals, including national and international collaborations. The hospital has established itself as a leading centre for cancer treatment in India, consistently ranked among the top cancer hospitals in the country. In 2023, i ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
43rd International Film Festival Of India
The 43rd International Film Festival of India was held on 20 to 30 November 2012 in Goa. The Guest of Honour was Australian Director Paul Cox. Veteran actor Nandamuri Balakrishna was the chief guest for the edition, and Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar inaugurated the festival. Shankar Mohan served as the festival director. Winners * Golden Peacock (Best Film): ''Anhey Ghore Da Daan'' by Gurvinder Singh * IFFI Best Director Award: Jeon Kyu-hwan for " ''The Weight''" * IFFI Best Actor Award (Male): Silver Peacock Award: Marcin Dorociński for ''Rose'' * IFFI Best Actor Award (Female): Silver Peacock Award: Anjali Patil for '' Oba Nathuwa Oba Ekka'' * Silver Peacock Special Jury Award: Lucy Mulloy for ''Una Noche'' Special Awards * Life Time Achievement Award - Krzysztof Zanussi * Centenary Award - Meera Nair for The Reluctant Fundamentalist Official selections Special screenings Opening film * ''Life of Pi'' by Ang Lee Closing film * ''The Reluctant Fundamentalist'' by ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
