Mikkilineni Radhakrishna Murthy (7 July 1914 - 23 February 2011) was an Indian actor and
thespian
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* A citizen of the Ancient Greek city of Thespiae
* An actor or actress
** Thespis, the first credited actor
* A member of the International Thespian Society, an honor society that promotes excellence in high school thea ...
known for his works predominantly in
Telugu cinema
Telugu cinema, also known as Tollywood, is the segment of Indian cinema dedicated to the production of motion pictures in the Telugu language, widely spoken in the states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Telugu cinema is based in Film Nagar, ...
. He was the founder of the theater group ''Praja Natya Mandali''. He has received the honorary ''Kalaprapoorna'' from
Andhra University
Andhra University ( IAST: ''Āndhra Vișvakalāpariṣhat'') is a public university located in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India. It was established in 1926.
History
King Vikram Deo Verma, the Maharaja of Jeypore was one of the biggest ...
, for his contributions towards Telugu theater and cinema.
Early life and career
He was born in Kolavennu village,
Krishna District
Krishna district is district in the coastal Andhra Region in Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, with Machilipatnam as its administrative headquarters. It is the coastal district of Andhra Pradesh. Machilipatnam is the most populated city in the di ...
of
Andhra Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh (, abbr. AP) is a state in the south-eastern coastal region of India. It is the seventh-largest state by area covering an area of and tenth-most populous state with 49,386,799 inhabitants. It is bordered by Telangana to t ...
. Before entering into theater, he studied Diploma in
Veterinary Science
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. He started his film career with the 1949 film ''Deeksha'' directed by
K. S. Prakash Rao. He has acted in nearly 350 feature films and was known for his association with
N. T. Rama Rao in near 150 films and in almost all the
B. Vittalacharya
B. Vittalacharya (28 January 1920 – 28 May 1999) was an Indian film director and producer known for his works in Telugu and Kannada cinema. He was known as ''Janapada Brahma'' in the Telugu film industry. Vittalacharya formed his film prod ...
movies.
Awards
*
Nandi Awards
The Nandi Awards are the awards that recognise the excellence in Telugu cinema, Telugu theatre and Telugu television, and Lifetime achievements in Indian cinema. Presented annually by the Government of Andhra Pradesh, the award is named af ...
*
Filmfare Awards South
Filmfare Awards South is the South Indian segment of the annual Filmfare Awards, presented by the Filmfare magazine of The Times Group to honour both artistic and technical excellence of professionals in the Indian film industry encompassin ...
Other honors
*
Rashtrapati Award
Rashtrapati Awards used to be given by the President of India, in some cases the Prime Minister of India, for achievements in the field of sports, art, military, literature, cinema, culture, science and technology, or Scouting. The award-giving ...
from Govt of India (1965)
*Kalaprapoorna from
Andhra University
Andhra University ( IAST: ''Āndhra Vișvakalāpariṣhat'') is a public university located in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India. It was established in 1926.
History
King Vikram Deo Verma, the Maharaja of Jeypore was one of the biggest ...
(1965)
Selected filmography
Actor
*1996
Sri Krishnarjuna Vijayam
*1994
Bhairava Dweepam
*1993
Srinatha Kavi Sarvabhowmudu
''Srinatha Kavi Sarvabhoumudu'' () is a 1993 Telugu-language biographical film, based on the life of 15th century poet Srinatha, produced by Nandamuri Rama Krishna under Ramakrishna Horticultural Studios & Srimathi Movie Combines banner and di ...
*1991
Brahmarshi Vishwamitra
*1987
Dharmapatni
''Dharma Patni'' or ''Dharmapatni'' ( Wife) is a 1941 Indian Telugu-language drama film produced and directed by P. Pullayya under the Famous Films banner. It stars Santha Kumari, Bhanumathi, Uppuluri Hanumantha Rao and C. Hemalatha. The film ...
*1987
Sankharavam
*1986
Aakrandana as Judge
*1985 Aggiraju
*1984
Naagu
''Naagu'' is a 1984 Tollywood film directed by Tatineni Prasad and produced by AVM Productions. This film stars Chiranjeevi, Radha and Jaggayya.
Plot
Naagu ( Chiranjeevi) is a small-time criminal by profession. He has Rajani (Radha) as ...
*1984
Rustum
*1984
Tandava Krishnudu
*1983
Chattaniki Veyi Kallu
*1983
Puli Bebbuli
*1983
Bezawada Bebbuli
*1983
Nijam Chepite Nerama as Rajasekhara Rao
*1982
Bobbili Puli
*1982 Prema Nakshatram
*1981
Jathagadu
*1980 Kiladi Krishnudu as Ramachandra Rao
*1980
Chuttalunnaru Jagratha
*1980
Sita Ramulu
*1980 Mama Allulla Saval
*1980
Punnami Naagu
*1980
Ram Robert Rahim
''Ram Robert Rahim'' is a 1980 Indian Telugu-language masala film directed by Vijaya Nirmala, produced by Uppalapati Suryanarayana Babu and written by Tripuraneni Maharadhi. The film is a remake of the 1977 Hindi film ''Amar Akbar Anthony''. T ...
*1979
Sri Madvirata Parvam
''Srimad Virata Parvam'' is a 1979 Telugu-language Hindu mythological film, produced and directed by N. T. Rama Rao under his Ramakrishna Cine Studios banner. It stars N. T. Rama Rao, Vanisri, Nandamuri Balakrishna and music composed by Susarl ...
*1979 Gandharva Kanya
*1979
Hema Hemeelu
*1978
Dudu Basavanna as Village Head
*1978
Sati Savitri Sati Savitri may refer to:
* ''Sati Savitri'' (1932 film), a 1932 Hindi film
* ''Sati Savitri'' (1933 film), a Telugu mythological film
* ''Sati Savitri'' (1957 film), a Telugu mythological film
* ''Sati Savitri'' (1978 film), a Telugu mytholog ...
*1978 Sri Rama Raksha
*1977
Daana Veera Soora Karna
*1977 Chiranjeevi Rambabu as Dharmaiah
*1976 Sita Swayamvar
*1976
Seeta Kalyanam
*1974 Galipatalu
*1973 Minor Babu
*1973
Desoddharakulu
*1973 Palletoori Chinnodu
*1973
Dabbuki Lokam Dasoham
*1972
Badi Panthulu
*1972
Pandanti Kapuram
*1972 Praja Nayakudu
*1972
Sri Krishna Satya
*1972
Bala Mitrula Katha
''Bala Mitrula Katha'' is a 1972 Telugu-language film directed by K. Varaprasada Rao, starring Jaggayya, Krishnam Raju, Gummadi and Nagabhushanam. It is a story of the friendship of two kids of different social statuses and the support of thei ...
*1972
Bala Bharatam
''Bala Bharatam'' is a 1972 Indian Telugu-language Hindu mythological film wherein most of the characters are played by children. The child actors include Baby Sridevi and Master Prabhakar.
Story
The plot is the famous ''Mahabharata'' story of ...
*1971
Pavitra Hrudayalu
*1971
Adrusta Jathakudu
*1971
Debbaku tha Dongala Mutha
*1971 Sisindri Chittibabu
*1971
Sampoorna Ramayanam
*1970
Balaraju Katha
*1969
Kathanayakudu
*1969
Sipayi Chinnayya
''Sipayi Chinnayya'' is a 1969 Telugu-language drama film produced by D. Ramanaidu under the Suresh Productions banner and directed by G. V. R. Seshagiri Rao. It stars Akkineni Nageswara Rao, K. R. Vijaya, Bharathi with music composed by M. S. ...
*1969
Nindu Hrudayalu
*1969
Ekaveera
*1969
Varakatnam
*1969
Gandikota Rahasyam
*1969
Aggi Veerudu
*1969
Kadaladu Vadaladu
''Kadaladu Vadaladu'' () is a 1969 Indian Telugu-language swashbuckler film, produced by K. Seetharama Swamy and G. Subba Rao and directed by B. Vittalacharya. It stars N. T. Rama Rao and J. Jayalalithaa. The film revolves around the efforts ...
*1968 Devakanya
*1968
Manchi Kutumbam
*1968
Baghdad Gaja Donga
*1968
Kalisochina Adrushtam
*1966
Palnati Yuddham
*1966
Adugu Jaadalu
*1966
Srikakula Andhra Maha Vishnu Katha
*1966
Pidugu Ramudu
*1965
Veerabhimanyu
*1965
Prameelarjuneeyam
''Prameelarjuneeyam'' is a 1965 Telugu-language Hindu mythological film directed by M. Mallikarjuna Rao. It stars N. T. Rama Rao, B. Saroja Devi with music composed by Pendyala Nageswara Rao. It was produced by K. Adi Babu and K. Nagumani under ...
*1965 Antastulu
*1965
C.I.D.
*1965
Pandava Vanavasam
*1964 Babruvahana
*1964
Manchi Manishi as Veerayya
*1964
Desa Drohulu
''Desa Drohulu'' () is a 1964 Indian Telugu-language action drama film, produced and directed by Bolla Subba Rao under the Sri Rama Pictures banner. It stars N. T. Rama Rao, Devika and Kanta Rao, with music composed by S. Rajeswara Rao.
Plot
...
*1964
Ramudu Bheemudu
*1964
Pooja Phalam
''Pooja Phalam'' () is a 1964 Indian Telugu-language drama film directed and co-written by B. N. Reddy. It stars Akkineni Nageswara Rao, Savitri and Jamuna, with music composed by S. Rajeswara Rao. The film is based on the novel ''Poojari'', ...
*1964
Gudi Gantalu
*1963 Somavara Vrata Mahatyam
*1963
Nartanasala
*1963
Aapta Mitrulu
''Aapta Mitrulu'' () is a 1963 Indian Telugu-language drama film, produced and directed by Kadaru Nagabhushanam under the Sri Raja Rajeswari Film Company banner. It stars N. T. Rama Rao, Krishna Kumari, Kanta Rao and music composed by Ghantas ...
*1963 Tirupathamma Katha
*1963
Lakshadhikari
*1963
Bandipotu as Veeranayaka
*1963 Paruvu Prathishta
*1963
Sri Krishnarjuna Yuddhamu
*1962
Kula Gotralu
''Kula Gotralu'' () is a 1961 Indian Telugu-language drama film written and directed by K. Pratyagatma. It stars Akkineni Nageswara Rao and Krishna Kumari, with music composed by S. Rajeswara Rao. Acharya Aatreya wrote the dialogues for the fi ...
*1962 Mahamantri Timmarasu
*1962
Gundamma Katha
*1962 Dakshayagnam
*1962
Gulebakavali Katha
*1961
Usha Parinayam
*1961
Jagadeka Veeruni Katha
''Jagadeka Veeruni Katha'' () is a 1961 Indian Telugu-language fantasy swashbuckler film, produced and directed by K. V. Reddy under the Vijaya Productions banner. It stars N. T. Rama Rao, B. Saroja Devi with music composed by Pendyala Nageswara ...
*1961
Sita Rama Kalyanam
*1960 Anna Chellelu as Yerranna
*1960 Renukadevi Mahatyam
*1960
Pillalu Techina Challani Rajyam
*1958
Anna Thammudu
*1958
Appu Chesi Pappu Koodu
*1957
Sarangadhara
''Sarangadhara'' is an epic story during the reign of Rajaraja Narendra. Gurajada Apparao wrote the story in long poetic form in English and published in "Indian Leisure Hour" in 1883. It was a favourite Telugu drama and made into South India ...
*1957
Mayabazar
*1956
Tenali Ramakrishna
*1955
Santhanam
*1954 Menarikam
*1954
Parivartana
*1953 Kanna Talli
*1953 Puttillu
*1952
Palletooru
*1948 Deeksha
References
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Male actors from Andhra Pradesh
Telugu male actors
Filmfare Awards South winners
Nandi Award winners
1914 births
2011 deaths
People from Krishna district
20th-century Indian male actors
Indian male film actors
Male actors in Telugu cinema