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Rushyendramani
Rushyendramani (1 January 1917 – 17 August 2002) was an Indian film actress, playback singer, and dancer from Andhra Pradesh. She had more than 150 films in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam and Hindi films from 1935 to 1986. Her notable films include ''Sri Seeta Rama Jananam, Sri Seetarama Jananam'' (1944), ''Malliswari (1951 film), Malliswari'' (1951), ''Vipra Narayana'' (1954), ''Chintamani (1956 film), Chintamani'' (1956). Her last film was ''Sri Shirdi Saibaba Mahathyam'' (1986). Early life She was born in Vijayawada on 1 January 1917. A trained singer in both the Indian classical music traditions and a trained Kuchipudi and Bharatanatyam dancer, she started her career on stage at the age of seven. She donned the mantle of Krishna and Prahalada by the age of 10. Later she joined Lakshmi Vilasa Nataka Sabha of Kommuri Pattabhi Ramayya. She was trained under Kapilavai Ramanatha Sastry, Puvvula Ramatilakam and acted in the dramas ''Chintamani'' and ''Savitri''. Film career S ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sri Krishna Tulabharam (1935 Film)
''Sri Krishna Tulabharam'' () is a 1935 Telugu language, Telugu-language Hindu mythological film, Hindu mythological film directed by Mukherjee and Rajaram and produced by Calcutta Kali Film Company. The screenplay, adapted by Mutharaju Subba Rao, is based on the ''Tulabhara, Tulabharam'' episode from the Mahabharata involving Krishna, Lord Krishna and Satyabhama. The film stars Kapilavayi Ramanadha Sastry, Jayasingh, Rushyendramani, Kanchanamala, Lakshmirajyam, and Relangi (actor), Relangi. It marks the on-screen debuts of Rushyendramani, Kanchanamala, Lakshmirajyam, and Relangi, and was filmed in Kolkata, Calcutta. Plot The story revolves around the ''Tulabhara, Tulabharam'' episode from the Mahabharata, where Satyabhama's pride is humbled when she is unable to match the weight of Krishna, Lord Krishna on a scale, despite offering all her wealth. Ultimately, a single leaf of Ocimum tenuiflorum, Tulasi offered by Rukmini tips the scale, symbolizing the supremacy of devotion ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chenchu Lakshmi (1943 Film)
''Chenchu Lakshmi'' is a 1943 Indian Telugu-language mythological film produced and directed by S. Saundara Rajan.చెంచులక్ష్మి, జీవితమే సఫలము, డా.వి.వి.రామారావు, క్రియేటివ్ లింక్స్ పబ్లికేషన్స్, హైదరాబాద్, 2009, పేజీలు 167-74. The film was written by Samudrala Sr. and starred Kamala Kotnis, C. H. Narayana Rao, and Nagayya. Kamala Kotnis' beauty, dance and acting are the main attractions of this film. Plot The Sikhanayaka of the Ahobila tribe prayed to Vishnu to give him his daughter. Vishnu, who had given her so, said that he would marry her himself. Thus the child born to the hill tribe leader was "Chenchu Lakshmi". Growing up as an adventurer. Vishnu murti came to earth in the form of Narahari and fell in love with that Lakshmi. The leader, who did not know Narahari's true form, put him to many tests and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bhootayyana Maga Ayyu
''Bhootayyana Maga Ayyu'' ( ) is 1974 Indian Kannada-language drama film directed by Siddalingaiah, who co-wrote the screenplay with Gorur Ramaswamy Iyengar, based on Iyengar's short story of the same name from his novel, ''Vayyari.'' The film stars Vishnuvardhan and Lokesh; with M. P. Shankar, Jayamala, Rushyendramani and Balakrishna all acting in supporting roles. The film revolves around the enmity between two villagers, Ayyu and Gulla and how they mend their relationship. ''Bhootayyana Maga Ayyu'' was a 12 page short story in a compilation of stories by Gorou Ramaswamy. Ramaswamy had initially declined to give the rights to the story but eventually agreed. Though Siddalingaiah added new plot details and characters to increase the running time of the film, it retains the core premise of the original short story. D. V. Rajaram acted as the film's cinematographer. The film was shot extensively at Kalasapura, Dharmasthala, and Talakadu. The film was edited by P. Bhaktavatsa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Palattu Koman
''Palattu Koman'' is a 1962 Indian Malayalam-language swashbuckler film directed and produced by Kunchacko. Based on ''Komappan'', a 1912 poem by Kundoor Narayana Menon, the film tells the story of Palattu Koman, a folk hero and skilled kalaripayattu warrior from the ballads of North Malabar. The film was produced by Udaya Studios through their company, Excel Productions. It stars Sathyan, Ragini, and Sree Ramani. The film's songs were composed by M. S. Baburaj. The plot unfolds around a longstanding feud between two families: Konkiyamma's ''Kaippulli Pālāttu Tharavadu'' and Chandrappan's ''Thonnooram Veedu''. The film was a box office success upon its release. Plot In northern Malabar, a longstanding feud rages between two families, Thonnooram Veedu and Kaippulli Pālāttu Tharavadu. Chandrappan, the head of Thonnoorām Veedu, plans to seize a treasure hidden in the underground chambers of the Pālāttu mansion. A conflict between the younger members of both families esc ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Seeta Rama Jananam
''Sri Seeta Rama Jananam'' () is a 1944 Indian Telugu-language Hindu mythological film, produced and directed by Ghantasala Balaramayya under the Pratibha Productions banner. The film stars Akkineni Nageswara Rao, Tripurasundari, Vemuri Gaggayya, Rushyendramani. Music was jointly composed by Prabhala Satyanarayana and Ogirala Ramachandra Rao. The film marks the debut of Akkineni Nageswara Rao as a lead actor. It is also the debut of Ghantasala as a chorus singer and in a character role. The film was a commercial failure. Plot The film begins with Ravana trouncing the universe which establishes him as an autocratic. Once on his journey, he febrile to the beauty of Rambha and molests her. Being cognizant of it, Nalakuvara curses him to burn into ash when he aspires to possess any woman against her wish. However, his ferocities peek at the summit, when all the creators bow before Vishnu one that gives assurance of salvation to eliminate the monster. Meanwhile, Lakshmi takes bir ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sri Kalahastiswara Mahatyam
''Kalahasti Mahatyam'' is a 1954 Indian Telugu-language film directed by H. L. N. Simha starring Dr. Rajkumar. This is the only non-Kannada film starring Dr. Rajkumar. It is a musical hit film with some melodious Bhakti songs written by Tholeti Venkata Reddy. The music score is provided by R. Sudarshanam and R. Goverdhanam as Associate. They are beautifully sung by Ghantasala Venkateswara Rao, M. L. Vasantha Kumari, A.M. Raja and P. Susheela. The film is a remake of the 1954 Kannada film '' Bedara Kannappa'' which also starred Rajkumar in the lead role. This film was successful in Andhra Pradesh and screened more than 100 days. Plot The story is that of Kannappa, a noted Shiva Bhakta. Cast Soundtrack * ''Ashale... Vidhi Vratale Eduraye'' - * ''Chemma Chekka Ladadam'' - Singers: A.M Raja, P. Susheela * ''Jaya Jaya Mahadeva'' (Singer: Ghantasala) * ''Madhuram Shiva Mantram Madilo Maruvake O Manasa'' (Lyrics: Tholeti; Singer: Ghantasala) * ''Mahesa Papavinasa Kaila ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bhavani (actress)
Bhavani is an Indian film and television actress best known for her work in Malayalam, Kannada, Tamil and Telugu cinema. She was the lead actress in the Telugu film industry. Personal life Born in Chennai and was married Malayalam producer/music director Reghu Kumar, known for films like ''Thalavattam'' and ''Hello My Dear Wrong Number''. They had two daughters: Bavitha and Bhavana. She made a comeback through the Malayalam film '' Thandavam''. Currently, she is acting in Tamil serials. She is a granddaughter of Telugu actress singer Rushyendramani. Her mother tongue is Telugu. Career Bhavani's debut film was the Kannada-language '' Bhootayyana Maga Ayyu'' (1974), which won her the Best Actress award and in which she shared screen space with legendary actress, mentor and maternal grandmother Rushyendramani, who received the Best Supporting Actress award for the same film. With 75 films in a span of four years to her credit, Bhavani was considered as one of the leading act ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chandraharam
''Chandraharam'' is a 1954 Indian swashbuckler film directed by Kamalakara Kameswara Rao in his debut. It was produced by Nagi Reddy- Chakrapani under the Vijaya Productions banner. The film, a Telugu-Tamil bilingual, stars N. T. Rama Rao, Savitri and Sriranjani Jr., with music composed by Ghantasala. It was not commercially successful. Plot The film begins in the kingdom of ''Chandana Desam.'' a baby boy, Chandanraju, is born to its king by the boon of Chandra with a necklace ''Chandraharam'' which preserves his life. At the age of five, Maali Chandan's mentor starts turning him into a jack of all trades with ethical & royal moralities. Years roll by, and Chandan must get nuptial lest his life is in danger; hence, his parents procure portraits of neighboring princesses. All the while, Chandan has a dream girl and affirms to knit her. The king edicts Maali to quest for the girl and sends Chandan to tour the country. Chandan's sly brother-in-law, Dhoomekatu, wants to usu ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chintamani (1956 Film)
''Chintamani'' is a 1956 Indian Telugu-language drama film produced and directed by P. S. Ramakrishna Rao. It stars P. Bhanumathi, N. T. Rama Rao, and Jamuna, with music composed by Addepalli Rama Rao and T. V. Raju. The film is based on the play of the same name, written by Kallakuri Narayana Rao. It was a flop at the box office. Plot The film follows the story of Chintamani, a courtesan who, despite being a devotee of Krishna, is coerced by her greedy mother, Srihari, into luring and robbing the wealth of Bhavani Sankarudu, a Brahmin, and Subbi Setti, a merchant. Bilvamangaludu, the son of Vasudeva Murthy, a gold merchant, lives a happy life with his devoted wife, Radha. Bilvamangaludu becomes infatuated with Chintamani, and although Vasudeva Murthy warns Bilvamangaludu, his son ignores the advice, leading to his father’s illness and eventual death. Bilvamangaludu’s obsession with Chintamani grows, and he disregards his father’s death on a stormy night. Beyond th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sri Shirdi Saibaba Mahathyam
''Sri Shirdi Saibaba Mahathyam'' is a 1986 Telugu-language hagiographical film written and directed by K. Vasu, based on the life of Sai Baba of Shirdi who has preached and practiced Religious humanism. Vijayachander portrayed the role of Baba. The film was a blockbuster and remained a cult classic. The film ran for 175 days in 12 centers, was screened at the International Film Festival of India and the Moscow Film Festival. The soundtrack was composed by Ilaiyaraaja, with lyrics written by Acharya Aatreya, and received wide appreciation. The film was dubbed into Hindi as ''Shirdi Sai Baba Ki Kahani'' and into Tamil as ''Sri Shirdi Saibaba''. Plot Sadguru Sai Baba of Shirdi lived in British India. He was initially shunned by both Hindus and Muslims, especially by Hindu Bal Bhate. Sai was a Muslim and Bal Bhate forbade him to enter any Temple. Rohila, a Muslim, who thought Sai was desecrating the local Masjid by performing Hindu prayers and incantations, attempted to kill ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Aggi Ramudu
''Aggi Ramudu'' () is a 1954 Telugu-language action film, produced and directed by S. M. Sriramulu Naidu. It stars N. T. Rama Rao, Bhanumathi Ramakrishna and music composed by S M Subbayya Naidu. The film was simultaneously shot in Tamil as '' Malaikkallan'' (1954), with M.G. Ramachandran (MGR) and Bhanumathi in the lead roles. Plot The film begins in Vijayapuri, where a wealthy landlord, Somanatham, lives with his daughter Sarada & sibling Kamakshamma. Once upon a time, Kamakshamma's husband, Kanakaiah, was slain by a bandit gang. So, Kasipati, his elder brother, seeks vengeance and wipes them out by camping in the forest, titling himself as Aggi Ramudu. After a while, Kanakaiah's son Kumar walks for an excursion to the same forest when Kasipati secures him from the tiger hunt. Recognizing Kumar as his brother's son, Kasipati rears & molds him as gallant. Presently, he turns into Aggi Ramudu, who hinders atrocities but is posed as a marauder and fills terror in that terrain ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |