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Shiva (1989 Film)
''Shiva'' is a 1990 Indian Hindi-language action film written and directed by Ram Gopal Varma. It was a remake of Varma's debut Telugu film, '' Siva'' (1989). The film has Nagarjuna (in his Hindi debut) and Amala in lead roles. The film became a blockbuster. The success led to Ram Gopal Varma directing a prequel in 2006. Plot The film opens in a classroom in a (fictional) VAS college of Arts & Sciences. After the classes, upon the directions of a college student JD, a bunch of goons led by Ganesh savagely assaults a group of students right outside the college gate. It was later made clear that JD was settling some campus scores and that the incident resulted in at least one student leaving the college, deepening the fear for JD on the campus. It turns out that JD is the (unopposed) president of the college students' union and the leader of a notorious campus gang, powerful enough to prevent the college Principal from taking disciplinary actions against their unsavory conduct, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ram Gopal Varma
Penmetsa Ram Gopal Varma (born 7 April 1962), often referred to by his initials RGV, is an Indian film director, screenwriter and producer, known for his works in Telugu cinema in addition to Hindi, Kannada language films, and television.** * * Varma has directed films across multiple genres, including parallel cinema and docudrama noted for their gritty realism, technical finesse, and craft. Regarded as one of the pioneers of new age Indian cinema, he was featured in the BBC World series ''Bollywood Bosses'' in 2004.* In 2006, Grady Hendrix of Film Comment, published by the Film Society of Lincoln Center cited Varma as "Bombay's Most Successful Maverick" for his works on experimental films.* * Starting his career as a civil engineer, he made an entry into Telugu cinema with the path-breaking crime thriller, '' Siva'' (1989) featured at the 13th IFFI' 90 ''Indian Panorama'' mainstream section, and has won Varma, the state Nandi Awards for Best direction, Best first film of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Raj Zutshi
Rajendranath Zutshi, more commonly known as Raj Zutshi (born 4 February 1961), is an Indian film and television actor. Personal life Zutshi was born on 4 February 1961 in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India into a Kashmiri Pandit family. Raj Zutshi is a grandson of Dina Nath Zutshi, who was a radio and theatre artiste, perhaps best known to the public for his role as Halim Mirza, brother of Salim Mirza (Balraj Sahni), in the film ''Garam Hawa'' (1973). Raj Zutshi was formerly married to Nuzhat Hussain, daughter of film-maker Nasir Hussain. He was her second husband and the step-father of actor Imran Khan, who was Nuzhat's son by her first husband, Anil Pal. Nuzhat is the sister of film-maker Mansoor Khan and the first cousin of actor Aamir Khan. Career Raj Zutshi also began his career as a theatre artist. He made the transition from theatre to cinema in 1984 with the film ''Holi''. He was also seen in the TV series ''Yugantar'' in 1990, which was based on the novel of Sunil Gang ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bobbili Raja
''Bobbili Raja'' ( or ) is a 1990 Indian Telugu-language romantic action film co-written and directed by B. Gopal. Produced by D. Suresh under his banner Suresh Productions, it stars Venkatesh and Divya Bharti (in her Telugu debut) while Vanisri, Kota Srinivasa Rao, Satyanarayana and Sumithra appear in the supporting roles. Ilaiyaraaja composed the film's music. Plot The film begins with election campaigning in the village ''Bobbili''. Sundarayya and Rajeswari Devi are strong opponents in elections. Rajeswari and her elder brother Ahobala Rao use various tactics to win the elections. Still, their younger brother Suryam supports Sundarayya and also loves his daughter Rajyalakshmi, and she becomes pregnant. Everybody dishonors her, and Ahobala wants to take an advantage of the situation in the election campaign. When Suryam decides to reveal the truth to everyone, Ahobala tries to stop him. In that quarrel, Suryam accidentally dies. Ahobala plays a game and keeps the bl ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Venus Records & Tapes
Ishtar Music is an Indian record label company, originally founded by Ganesh Jain and Ratan Jain as Venus Music in 1988 and currently a subsidiary of Believe Digital. It is primarily known for publishing and marketing Bollywood music soundtracks and Indi-pop music. Venus Music has recently been renamed to Ishtar Music. Soundtrack discography Hindi * Khiladi * Deewana * King Uncle * Baazigar * Main Khiladi Tu Anari * Yes Boss * Salaami * Mela * Keemat: They are back * Josh * Humraaz * Laawaris * Dil Tera Diwana * Karobaar: The Business of Love * Dil Se.. * Baadshah * Dhadkan * Kahin Pyaar Na Ho Jaaye * Tezz *Saajan * Hathyar: Face to Face with Reality * Hungama * Main Hoon Na * Hulchul * Elaan * ''Garam Masala'' * Aap ki khatir * Tum Se Achcha Kaun Hai * Hum Ho Gaye Aapke * Akele Hum Akele Tum * Maan Gaye Mughal-e-Azam * De Dana Dan * Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon Tamil *Manmadan Ambu * Vaanam *Siruthai * Kaavalan * Pesu YouTube presence Venus Records & Tap ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hyderabad, India
Hyderabad ( ; , ) is the capital and largest city of the Indian state of Telangana and the '' de jure'' capital of Andhra Pradesh. It occupies on the Deccan Plateau along the banks of the Musi River, in the northern part of Southern India. With an average altitude of , much of Hyderabad is situated on hilly terrain around artificial lakes, including the Hussain Sagar lake, predating the city's founding, in the north of the city centre. According to the 2011 Census of India, Hyderabad is the fourth-most populous city in India with a population of residents within the city limits, and has a population of residents in the metropolitan region, making it the sixth-most populous metropolitan area in India. With an output of 74 billion, Hyderabad has the fifth-largest urban economy in India. Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah established Hyderabad in 1591 to extend the capital beyond the fortified Golconda. In 1687, the city was annexed by the Mughals. In 1724, Asaf Jah I, th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Acharya N
In Indian religions and society, an ''acharya'' (Sanskrit: आचार्य, IAST: ; Pali: ''ācariya'') is a preceptor and expert instructor in matters such as religion, or any other subject. An acharya is a highly learned person with a title affixed to the names of learned subject. The designation has different meanings in Hinduism, Buddhism and secular contexts. ''Acharya'' is sometimes used to address an expert teacher or a scholar in any discipline, e.g.: Bhaskaracharya, the expert mathematician. Etymology The Sanskrit phrase ''Acharam Grahayati Acharam Dadati Iti Va'' means ''Acharya'' (or teacher) is the one who teaches good conduct to one's students. A female teacher is called an ''achāryā,'' and a male teacher's wife is called an ''achāryāni'' In Hinduism In Hinduism, an ''acharya'' is a formal title of a teacher or guru, who has attained a degree in Veda and Vedanga. Prominent acharyas in the Hindu tradition are as given below : *Adi Sankaracharya *Ramanu ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Beena Banerjee
Beena Banerjee (born 19 February 1943), also known as Beena or Bina, is an Indian actress in Bengali and Hindi films and television. Biography Beena Banerjee was born as Beena Batabyal on 19 February 1943, the daughter of film actor Pradeep Kumar Pradeep Kumar (born Sital Batabyal; 4 January 1925 – 3 November 2001) was an Indian actor who is recognized for his work in Hindi, Bengali and English-language films. Career When Kumar was 17 years old, he decided to take up acting. He sta ... (originally Pradeep Batabyal, also, Pradeep Bannerjee) (1925–2001). She married Ajoy Biswas, an actor and film director, but they separated. She has a son, Siddharth Banerjee, who has worked as assistant director to Sajid Khan in two films, namely '' Housefull 2'' (2012) and '' Himmatwala'' (2013). Filmography Television References External links * {{DEFAULTSORT:Banerjee, Beena 1943 births Living people 20th-century Bengalis 20th-century Indian actresses 21st-cent ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rohini Hattangadi
Rohini Hattangadi (''née'' Oak; born 11 April 1955) is an Indian actress, known for her work in Hindi, Telugu, Marathi, Tamil, Kannada, and Gujarati films, and Marathi soap operas and theatre. She has won two Filmfare Awards, one National Film Award, and is the only Indian actress to win the BAFTA Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role for her performance as Kasturba Gandhi in '' Gandhi'' (1982). An alumna of the National School of Drama of New Delhi, Hattangadi had worked mainly in theatre when she made her movie debut with '' Arvind Desai Ki Ajeeb Dastaan'' in 1978. Some of her noted cinematic roles were in such art films as '' Arth'' (1982), ''Party'' and '' Saaransh'' (1984). Hattangadi was mostly offered character roles in mainstream Hindi cinema after her portrayal in ''Gandhi'', often typecast in mother roles much ahead of her years. Respected for her acting prowess, she has appeared in over 80 feature films, and is active in theatre and television. Early and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Uttej
Uttej is an Indian actor and screenwriter who works in Telugu films. He won the Nandi Award for Best Male Comedian for the film ''Chandamama'' (2007). Personal life Uttej was born and brought up in Nalgonda district. He is the nephew of noted lyricist Suddala Ashok Teja. Uttej married Padmavathi who died in September 2021 due to cancer. Career Uttej started his career as an assistant director in Ram Gopal Varma's directorial debut '' Siva'' in 1989. He also played the role of canteen waiter in the film. He recommended JD Chakravathi to play antagonist role in Siva. He acted along with many lead actors and also worked as assistant director to Krishna Vamsi for the film '' Gulabi''. Filmography Actor Writer *'' Raatri'' (1992) *'' Money Money'' (1995) *'' Ninne Pelladata'' (1996; additional dialogue) *''Khadgam'' (2002) *''Rakhi'' (2006; additional dialogue) *''Mahatma'' (2009; additional dialogue) *''Power'' (2014; additional dialogue) *''Bengal Tiger'' (2015; addi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Brahmaji
Brahmaji (born 25 April 1965) is an Indian actor best known for his work in Telugu cinema. He is a regular actor in director Krishna Vamsi's films. Brahmaji appeared in an important role in Krishna Vamsi's debut film as a director, '' Gulabi''. He appeared in Krishna Vamsi's second film ''Ninne Pelladata''. Krishna Vamsi made him hero with the movie Sindhooram. Later Brahmaji continued as a character artist. He appeared in lead roles in films such as ''Samakka Sarakka'', ''Inspector, Kaki'', ''Idea'', ''Andariki Vandanalu'', ''Adhyakshaa'', ''Dhoom Dham'', ''Abbo Vaada'', ''Kumbakonam'', and ''N.H-5''. He received 'Santosham Allu Ramalingaiah Smarakam Award' at 16th Santosham Film Awards in 2018 for his comic roles in various Telugu films. Early life During Brahmaji's college days, he was a big fan of superstar Krishna. Brahmaji's father used to work as a Tahsildar in Nellore, when J. V. Somayajulu a renowned stage actor, who was also a Deputy Collector, acted in the Telug ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ramjagan
Ramjagan is an Indian television, drama and movie actor. Filmography # '' Maharshi'' (1988) #'' Siva'' (1989) # ''Patha Basti'' (1995) # Ooru ki monagadu (1995) #'' Deyyam'' (1996) #'' Preyasi Rave'' (1999) # '' Annayya'' (2000) #''Shock'' (2006) # ''Bhagyalakshmi Bumper Draw' (2006) #'' Nagaram'' (2008) #''Mahatma'' (2009) # '' Masala'' (2013) #'' Next Nuvve'' (2017) Television Kalyana vaibogam Awards *2009 : Nandi Award for Best Supporting Actor - ''Mahatma Mahatma (English pronunciation: , sa, महात्मा, translit=mahātmā) is an honorific used in India. The term is commonly used for Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, who is often referred to simply as "Mahatma Gandhi". Albeit less frequen ...'' References External links *A Chitchat With Comedian and supporting Actor Ramjagan [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chinna (actor)
Chinna (born Arugunta Jithendra Reddy) is an Indian actor and director, known for his works predominantly in Telugu cinema, Bollywood and Television. He made his Telugu film debut with Ram Gopal Varma's '' Siva'' in 1989. His debut movie as hero is ''Kalyanamaala'' (1997). Early life Chinna was born in Vakadu, Nellore, Andhra Pradesh in 1965. Awards ;Vamsi Berkley Awards *Best Actor - '' Allari Pilla'' (1992). Filmography As actor Films * ''Malli Malli Idi Rani Roju'' (2015) * '' Kalyanam'' (2009) * '' Aa Intlo'' (2009) as Pavan * '' 18,20 Love Story'' (2009) * '' Satyameva Jayate'' (2009) * '' Okka Magadu'' (2008) * '' Mee Sreyobhilashi'' (2007) as Ramakrishna * '' Kunkuma'' (2005) * '' Seenu Vasanthi Lakshmi'' (2004) * '' Ninne Ishtapaddanu'' (2003) as Boney's relative * '' Kabaddi Kabaddi'' (2003) as Mad man * '' Anveshana'' (2002) * ''Sontham'' (2002) as Shesham's friend * ''Bachi'' (2000) * ''Life Lo Wife'' (1998) * ''Kalyanamaala'' (1997) * '' Alluda Majaka'' (1995 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
