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Nirmalamma
Nirmalamma (18 July 1920 – 19 February 2009) was an Indian actress in the Telugu cinema. She has acted in more than 800 films. She was well known for her grandmother roles in several films.She won two Nandi Awards. Early life She was born in Machilipatnam, Madras Presidency, British India. Film career Her debut film was ''Garuda Garvabhangam'' in 1950. Nirmalamma has worked along with almost all famous artists in Telugu Cinema like NTR, ANR, Krishna, S. V. Ranga Rao, Rajendra Prasad, P. B. Srinivas, Chiranjeevi, Nandamuri Balakrishna, Venkatesh agarjuna akkineniand many more. She is one of the artists who appears in almost all of the movies of S. V. Krishna Reddy and E. V. V. Satyanarayana. In a career spanning over five decades, she worked in over 700 films and bagged Nandi award for best supporting actress for her role in ‘Mayuri’. Her roles in films like ‘Sankarabharanam’, ‘Yamagola’, ‘Padaharella Vayasu’, ‘Swathi Muthyam’, ‘Maavi Chiguru’ and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mayuri (film)
''Mayuri'' () is a 1985 Indian Telugu-language biographical dance film directed by Singeetam Srinivasa Rao and produced by Ramoji Rao. Based on the life of Sudha Chandran, the film stars her in the titular role while P. L. Narayana, Nirmalamma, Y. Vijaya, Potti Prasad, K. K. Sharma, S. R. Raju and Suthi Veerabhadra Rao played supporting roles. The film was premiered at the 1985 International Film Festival of India. The film was screened retrospectively, during the 2014 International Film Festival of India in ''Celebrating Dance in Indian cinema'' section. The film won 14 Nandi Awards the most by any other Telugu film. It was subsequently dubbed into Malayalam and Tamil as ''Mayoori'' and remade as ''Naache Mayuri'' (1986) in Hindi. Plot Mayuri is a real story of classical dancer Sudha Chandran, who lost her leg in an accident on her way from Trichy to Madras in June 1981. The story depicts how she got a Jaipur foot and fights her way back as a dancer and succeeds in l ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Padaharella Vayasu
''Padaharella Vayasu'' () is a 1978 Indian Telugu-language romantic drama film starring Chandra Mohan, Sridevi and Mohan Babu. Directed by K. Raghavendra Rao, it is a remake of the Tamil hit ''16 Vayathinile'' (1977), which also starred Sridevi. Like the original, the film was a success, completing 100 days in almost every theatre it was shown in. Plot This film revolves around a 16-year-old girl, Malli. She is a recent high school graduate (10th pass) with exceptional scores. She is an attractive, intelligent woman living in a small society, filled with ambitions of becoming a teacher. A new veterinarian arrives at the village hospital. Many are impressed by this charming young fellow, he seems to be wealthy and prosperous. Malli is deeply attracted to the doctor and he too in turn seems to reciprocate her feelings. Malli sacrifices her opportunity to study in the teaching college course to spend time with him. But she sees his true colors when he tries to force himself o ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Seetharama Raju
''Seetharama Raju'' is a 1999 Indian Telugu language, Telugu-language action drama film, produced jointly by Nagarjuna Akkineni, D. Sivaprasad Reddy under the Great India Enterprises & Kamakshi Movies banner and directed by Y. V. S. Chowdary. It stars Nandamuri Harikrishna, Nagarjuna (actor), Nagarjuna Akkineni, Sakshi Shivanand, Sanghavi and music composed by M. M. Keeravani. For the first time, Nagarjuna has crooned a song with his own voice in this film. The film won two state Nandi Awards. The film was dubbed into Tamil language, Tamil as ''Sathriya Dharmam''. Plot The families of Seetayya and Basavaraju are at loggerheads with each other. When Seetayya gets killed, Ramaraju decides to seek revenge for his death. Cast Soundtrack The music was composed by M. M. Keeravani. Lyrics were written by Sirivennela Sitaramasastri, Sirivennela Sitarama Sastry. Music was released on ADITYA Music Company. Awards ;Nandi Awards, Nandi Awards-1999 * Nandi Award for Best Chara ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Karthavyam (1990 Film)
''Karthavyam'' () is a 1990 Indian Telugu-language political action film directed by Mohan Gandhi, starring Vijayashanti. Written by Paruchuri Brothers, the film is loosely based on the real-life story of police officer Kiran Bedi.Political content dominates their films: The Hindu Interview The Hindu. Made on a budget of 90 lakh, the film was a commercial success, grossing over 7 crore. Vijayashanti won the |
Machilipatnam
Machilipatnam (), also known as Masulipatnam and Bandar, is a city in Krishna district of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. It is a municipal corporation and the administrative headquarters of Krishna district. It is also the mandal headquarters of Machilipatnam mandal in Machilipatnam revenue division of the district. The ancient port town served as the settlement of European traders from the 16th century, and it was a major trading port for the Portuguese, British, Dutch and French in the 17th century. Etymology During the 17th century, it was known by the names ''Masulipatnam'' and ''Masulipatam'', in local Telugu language, 'Masuli'/'Machili' means fish and 'Patnam' means city. ''Masula'' and ''Bandar'' (Bandar translates to 'port' in Persian language). The port town in the ancient times was also referred with the name ''Maesolia''. History The town has existed since at least the 3rd century BCE (Satavahana period) when, according to Ptolemy, it was known as Maisol ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nandi Award For Best Character Actress
Nandi Award for Best Character Actress winners since:1994(in Telugu) Winners References {{DEFAULTSORT:Nandi Award For Best Character Actress Character Actress A character actor is a supporting actor who plays unusual, interesting, or eccentric characters.28 April 2013, The New York Acting SchoolTen Best Character Actors of All Time Retrieved 7 August 2014, "..a breed of actor who has the ability to be ... Awards for actresses ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nandi Award For Best Supporting Actress
The Nandi Award for Best Supporting Actress was institute since 1981: See also * Nandi Awards * Cinema of Andhra Pradesh References {{DEFAULTSORT:Nandi Award For Best Supporting Actress Supporting Actress A supporting actor is an actor who performs a role in a play or film below that of the leading actor(s), and above that of a bit part. In recognition of important nature of this work, the theater and film industries give separate awards to the ... Film awards for supporting actress ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Aa Okkati Adakku
''Aa Okkati Adakku'' () is a 1992 Indian Telugu-language comedy film written and directed by E. V. V. Satyanarayana, and produced by M. Saravanan and M. Balasubramaniam under the AVM Productions banner. It stars Rajendra Prasad, Rambha, and Rao Gopal Rao with the music composed by Ilaiyaraaja. The film is the debut of Rambha in the Telugu film industry. The film was successful at the box office. It was remade in Hindi as '' Mr. and Mrs. Khiladi'' (1997) and in Kannada as ''Bal Nan Maga''. Plot Chitti Babu strongly believes in astrology and spends a lazy life. Rambha, with whom he falls in love, pressures him to marry her before her father, Royyala Naidu, finds an alliance of his choice. Naidu, out of love for his daughter, agrees to the marriage on the condition that he earn 1 lakh by the night of the wedding. Chitti Babu starts cheating people to earn money. Royyala Naidu finds out about the deception and insults Chitti Babu's mother. Chitti Babu realizes the importance ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Alibaba Aradajanu Dongalu
''Alibaba Aradajanu Dongalu'' () is a 1993 Indian Telugu-language comedy film, produced by K. Chinni under the Melody Movies banner and directed by E. V. V. Satyanarayana starring Rajendra Prasad, Ravali and Srikanya, with music composed by Vidyasagar. The film was released on 31 December 1993 and was a box office success, receiving recognition as one of the finest comedy films in Telugu cinema. Plot The film revolves around an incompetent cop Alibaba (Rajendra Prasad) and 6 petty thieves maintaining two different gangs Kotaiah & Co (Kota Srinivasa Rao, Ali, and Mallikarjuna Rao) and Brahmam Brothers (Brahmanandam, Rallapalli, and Chidatala Appa Rao). Both gangs always compete with each other and create turmoil & turbulence in the city with their thefts. Alibaba is specially appointed to catch them. Meanwhile, both the gangs have two sisters Pulandevi (Ravalli) & Pooja Bedi (Srikanya) and two of them fall for Alibaba. So, the 6 thieves ploy, mislead Alibaba, and couple up with ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mayalodu
''Mayalodu'' () is a 1993 Indian Telugu-language comedy film directed by S. V. Krishna Reddy. The film stars Rajendra Prasad, Soundarya and music composed by S. V. Krishna Reddy. The film was produced by K. Achi Reddy under Manisha Films and presented by Kishore Rathi. ''Mayalodu'' was recorded as a Superhit at the box office. The film won two Nandi Awards. Plot Veerababu is a roadside magician along with his friend Pandu and performs on the roads to earn his living. Once while doing such a show, he comes across a cute little girl, known as Puppy. Veerababu tries to ask for her details so that he can drop her back at her home. But he discovers that Puppy's uncle Appalakonda had killed her parents for property and is trying to kill her. Veerababu takes her home for safety. But unfortunately, due to an accident, Puppy loses her eyesight. Veerababu tries hard to collect the money for Puppy's treatment and saves the money with Padmanabham, who is the father of Siri, who is deeply ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gang Leader
''Gang Leader'' is a 1991 Indian Telugu-language action crime film written and directed by Vijaya Bapineedu, and produced by Maganti Ravindranath Chowdary. The film stars Chiranjeevi and Vijayashanti, while Rao Gopal Rao, Anandaraj, Murali Mohan, and Sarath Kumar play supporting roles. The soundtrack was composed by Bappi Lahiri with dance choreography by Prabhu Deva. The film explores the concepts of exploitation of law enforcement by anti-social behaviour and the impact of mob psychology. The film opened to highly positive reviews from the critics and was commercially successful at the box office. It was screened at the International Film Festival of India. Later, it was dubbed in Tamil with the same title. The film was later remade in Hindi as '' Aaj Ka Goonda Raaj'' (1992) where Chiranjeevi reprises his role, and in Kannada as '' Kutumba'' (2003). Plot Raghupathi, Raghava and Rajaram are brothers. Raghupathi is the only breadwinner of the family, Raghava is preparing f ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bharya Bharthalu
''Bharya Bhartalu'' () is a 1961 Indian Telugu-language drama film, produced by A. V. Subba Rao under the Prasad Art Pictures banner and directed by K. Pratyagatma. It stars Akkineni Nageswara Rao and Krishna Kumari, with music composed by S. Rajeswara Rao. The film was adapted from the Tamil novel ''Pennmanam'' by Lakshmi Tripurasundari. It was remade in Malayalam as '' Abhimaanam'' (1975). Plot The film begins with Public Prosecutor Dharma Rao a paterfamilias, forefronts high esteem in the society. He lives with his wife Manikyamma, two sons Ramanandam an advocate, Anand, and a daughter Sarala. Anand studies in Madras spends his life frolicking and becomes a playboy. During that time, Hemalatha one of his girlfriends, the women of rapacious who traps several men for her aspirations, blackmails Anand to marry her but he cuts loose. So, she informs Dharma Rao when he becomes furious and sends his brother-in-law Venakataratham to resolve the problem. At that juncture, Venka ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
