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Aarathi (actress)
Aarathi (born 1954) is an Indian actress who mainly acted in Kannada films during the 1970s and 1980s. She has won the Filmfare awards South and the Karnataka State Film Award for Best Actress four times each. After her retirement from films in the mid-1980s, she staged a comeback in 2005 as a director with ''Mithayi Mane'' which met with critical appreciation and also won her the Karnataka State Film Award for Best Children's Film. She was also nominated as a Member of the Legislative Council of the Vidhana parishad, making her only the second actress after B. Jayamma to be so nominated. Career After a short role in ''Gejje Pooje'' (1969), Aarathi starred as a leading actress in over 120 films including ''Naagarahaavu'', ''Edakallu Guddada Mele'', ''Bili Hendthi'', ''Dharmasere'', '' Paduvaaralli Pandavaru'', ''Ranganayaki'', ''Hombisilu'', ''Upasane'' and ''Shubhamangala''. Her collaboration with director Puttanna Kanagal Shubraveshti Ramaswamiah Seetharama Shar ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kushalanagar
Kushalanagara or Kushalnagar is a city located in the Kodagu district of the Indian state of Karnataka. Surrounded by Kaveri river, it is the gateway to Kodagu district. It also serves as the headquarters of Kushalanagar Taluk. By population, Kushalanagar is the second largest town in Kodagu district after Madikeri and the fastest developing town in the district. Kushalnagar is an important commercial centre in Kodagu. Etymology According to popular myth, the name was given by Hyder Ali who was camped there when he received news of the birth of his son Tipu and called it as ''Kushyal nagar'' (="town of gladness") But in reality, Tipu was born around 1750 while Hyder Ali entered Kodagu for the first time in the 1760s. After the British conquest of Coorg it was known as Fraserpet after Colonel James Stuart Fraser who was the Political Agent in Coorg around 1834. Geography Kushalanagar is located at . It has an average elevation of 844 metres (2726 feet). Kushalanaga ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hombisilu
''Hombisilu'' is a 1978 Indian Kannada-language romantic drama film directed by Geethapriya. It is based on the novel of the same name by Usha Navarathnaram. The film starred Vishnuvardhan, Aarathi and Leelavathi. Vishnuvardhan was awarded with Karnataka State Film Award for Best Actor for his performance in this film. The film was a musical blockbuster with all the songs composed by Rajan–Nagendra considered evergreen hits. Synopsis Dr. Nataraj ( Vishnuvardhan) is desperately seeking a lady doctor for his nursing home. His aunt ( Leelavathi) introduces him to her assistant, Doctor Roopa ( Aarathi) who falls in love with him at first sight but is disappointed to know that he is only looking for a female assistant doctor. While family pressures force her to marry him, she refuses to consummate the marriage because of her grudge. Circumstances introduce another young woman Vasanthi ( Vaishali Kasaravalli) as a second lady doctor in Nataraj's nursing home. The glamorous Vasanth ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Telugu Language
Telugu (; , ) is a Dravidian language spoken by Telugu people predominantly living in the Indian states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, where it is also the official language. It is the most widely spoken member of the Dravidian language family and one of the twenty-two scheduled languages of the Republic of India. It is one of the few languages that has primary official status in more than one Indian state, alongside Hindi and Bengali. Telugu is one of six languages designated as a classical language (of India) by the Government of India. Telugu is also a linguistic minority in the states of Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Chhattisgarh, Orissa, West Bengal, and the union territories of Puducherry and Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It is also spoken by members of the Telugu diaspora spread across countries like United States, Australia, United Kingdom, Canada, New Zealand in the Anglosphere; Myanmar, Malaysia, South Africa, Mauritius; and the Arabian Gulf count ... [...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] |
Sri Krishna Rukmini Satyabhama
''Sri Krishna Rukmini Satyabhama'' is a 1971 Kannada-language Hindu mythological film written and directed by K. S. L. Swamy. The film stars Rajkumar, B. Saroja Devi, Aarathi and Bharathi. The film was released under Raghunandan Movies banner and the music was composed by R. Sudarsanam. Cast * Rajkumar as Lord Krishna * B. Saroja Devi as Rukmini * Bharathi as Satyabhama * Aarathi as Jambhavathi * Srinath as Narada * Dwarakish as Makarañda * Lokanath as Ugrasena * Thoogudeepa Srinivas as Rukmi * Dinesh as Shishupala * K. S. Ashwath as Satrajitha * Arun Kumar * B. Jaya as Kamala * Sampath as Bhishmaka Soundtrack The music of the film was composed by R. Sudarsanam and lyrics for the soundtrack written by Chi. Udaya Shankar and Chi. Sadashivaiah. Track list See also * Kannada films of 1971 The following is a list of films produced in the Kannada film industry in India in 1971, presented in alphabetical order. References External links * http://www. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nyayave Devaru
''Nyayave Devaru'' is a 1971 Indian Kannada-language film directed by Siddalingaiah. It stars Rajkumar and B. Saroja Devi. The supporting cast features K. S. Ashwath, Aarathi, Dwarakish, M. P. Shankar, Dinesh, B. Jaya and Vajramuni. The song "Akashave Beelali Mele" from the film went on to become one of the biggest hits ever. Cast Soundtrack The duo of Rajan–Nagendra composed the background score for the film and the soundtracks. The lyrics for the soundtracks were penned 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. Hi .... The album consists of four soundtracks. References External links * 1971 films 1970s Kannada-language films Films scored by Rajan–Nagendra Films directed by Siddalingaiah {{1970s-Kannada-film-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Prathidhawani
''Prathidhawani'' is a 1971 Indian Malayalam-language film, directed by Vipin Das and produced by Upasana. The film stars Raghavan, Radhamani, Rani Chandra and Syamkumar. The film's score was composed by M. L. Srikanth. Cast * Raghavan *Radhamani *Rani Chandra *Syamkumar *Usha Saraswathi *Usharani Usharani (29 May 1958 – 20 June 2020) was an Indian actress who acted mainly in Malayalam films. Personal life Usharani married Malayalam movie director N. Sankaran Nair in 1977. Filmography Tamil * Thirumalai Thenkumari (1970) * Kala ... *Vasu Pradeep * Aarathi References External links * 1971 films 1970s Malayalam-language films {{1970s-Malayalam-film-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Anugraha (film)
''Anugraha'' (Kannada: ಅನುಗ್ರಹ) is a 1971 Indian Kannada film, directed by H. L. N. Simha and produced by K. M. Somasundarappa. The film stars K. S. Ashwath, Srinath, Narasimharaju and T. N. Balakrishna in the lead roles. The film has musical score by Rajan–Nagendra. Cast *K. S. Ashwath as Mallanna * Srinath as Mahadeva * Narasimharaju as Chennaiah * T. N. Balakrishna as Doddaiah *Dikki Madhava Rao *Rathnakar *Pandari Bai as Parvati *B. V. Radha * Aarathi as Gowri *Ramadevi *Nagappa *Eshwarappa *Rajanand Venkataraju known by his professional name Rajanand (1927-2004), was an Indian actor in the Kannada film industry. Some of the notable films of Rajanand as an actor include '' Operation Diamond Racket'' (1978), '' Mayura'' (1975), and '' Eradu Ka ... *Sorat Nagaraj *H. T. Urs *Nandakumar *Seetharam *Shivalingu *Rama *Lakshmidevi * Vasanthi *Nirmala *Kuppu Swamy *Master Shivashankar References External links * * 1971 films 1970s Kannada-language fi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Malayalam
Malayalam (; , ) is a Dravidian languages, Dravidian language spoken in the Indian state of Kerala and the union territories of Lakshadweep and Puducherry (union territory), Puducherry (Mahé district) by the Malayali people. It is one of 22 Languages with official status in India, scheduled languages of India. Malayalam was designated a "Classical Language of India" in 2013. Malayalam has official language status in Kerala, and Puducherry (Mahé, Puducherry, Mahé), and is also the primary spoken language of Lakshadweep, and is spoken by 34 million people in India. Malayalam is also spoken by linguistic minorities in the neighbouring states; with significant number of speakers in the Kodagu and Dakshina Kannada districts of Karnataka, and Kanyakumari district, Kanyakumari, district of Tamil Nadu. It is also spoken by the Malayali diaspora, Malayali Diaspora worldwide, especially in the Arab states of the Persian Gulf, Persian Gulf countries, due to large populations of Malay ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Makane Ninakku Vendi
''Makane Ninakku Vendi'' is a 1971 Indian Malayalam-language film, directed by E. N. Balakrishnan. The film stars Prem Nazir, Sheela, Kaviyoor Ponnamma and Adoor Bhasi. The film had musical score by G. Devarajan. Cast * Prem Nazir as Sam, Thomachan (double role) *Sheela as Chinnamma *Kaviyoor Ponnamma as Thomachan's mother *Adoor Bhasi as Kuruvilla Ashaan *Thikkurissy Sukumaran Nair as Mammachan * Prema as Saramma * T. S. Muthaiah as Peelippochan * Aarathi as Sophia * Khadeeja as Kalyani *Kottarakkara Sreedharan Nair as Mathachan *Philomina as Achamma *Ushanandini as Mary *TR Omana as Eali *Meena as Martha *Jose Prakash as Pappachan *Nellikode Bhaskaran as Chandikunju * Sreelatha Namboothiri as Mariakutty * Shobha as Young Sophia Soundtrack The music was composed by G. Devarajan and the lyrics were written by Vayalar Ramavarma Vayalar Ramavarma (March 25, 1928 – October 27, 1975), also known as Vayalar, was an Indian poet and lyricist of Malayalam language. He was k ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kasturi Nivasa
''Kasturi Nivasa'' () is a 1971 Indian Kannada-language drama film written and directed by the director duo Dorai–Bhagavan based on a story, ''Kasturi Nivasam'' written by G. Balasubramanium. It was produced by K. C. N. Gowda under the banner of Anupam Movies. The film stars Rajkumar as Ravi Varma, an extremely generous man, who succumbs to his intention of being generous no matter what happens. It also features Jayanthi, K. S. Ashwath and Aarathi in supporting roles. After Balasubramaniam wrote the story exclusively for Sivaji Ganesan, director K. Shankar and producer Noor was impressed. Sivaji Ganesan however refused citing that the film had a tragic ending. In early 1971, Chi. Udayashankar and S. P. Varadaraj chanced upon the project. Eventually, they coaxed Dorai–Bhagavan to listen to the story. Upon hearing the story, they agreed on making the film with Rajkumar in the lead role. They bought the rights of the film for ₹38,000. The film was bankrolled by K. C. N. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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