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Aathreya
Acharya Aatreya (born Kilambi Venkata Narasimhacharyulu ; 7 May 1921 – 13 September 1989) was an Indian poet, lyricist, playwright, and screenwriter known for his works in Telugu cinema and Telugu theatre. He received the state Nandi Award for Best Lyricist in 1981 for "Andamaina Lokamani" from the film ''Tholikoodi Koosindi''. He is popularly known as ''Manasu Kavi (''). Life Athreya was born on 7 May 1921 in Mangalampadu village near Sullurpeta, Nellore district of the Madras Presidency of British India. His birthname was Kilambi Venkata Narasimhacharyulu. He took ''Acharya'' from his birth name and ''Aatreya'' his Gotra name, combined them as ''Acharya Aatreya'' and adopted it as his pen name. As a student in Nellore and Chittoor he wrote several plays. He abandoned his studies to participate in Quit India Movement and was jailed. After being released from jail, he had worked as a clerk in a settlement office and worked as an assistant editor of the journal ''Zamin Rait ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mattilo Manikyam
''Mattilo Manikyam'' () is a 1971 Telugu drama film directed by B. V. Prasad. It is produced by actor Chalam. The film won National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Telugu in 1971. Cast ''Source'' Soundtrack * "Saranam Nee Divya Charanam Nee Naamamento Madhuram" (Singer: Bhanumathi) * "Malli Malli Padali Ee Paata" (Lyrics: Mylavarapu Gopi; Singer: P. Susheela) * "Naa Maate Nee Maatai Chadavali" (Lyrics: Aathreya; Singers: S. P. Balasubrahmanyam and P. Susheela) * "Rimjhim Rimjhim Hyderabad" (Lyrics: C. Narayana Reddy; Singer: S. P. Balasubrahmanyam) * "Vasthe Istha Naa Moogamanasu" (Lyrics: RajasriSingers: Pithapuram Nageswara Rao Patharlagadda Nageswara Rao (5 May 1930 – 5 March 1996), popularly known as Pithapuram Nageswara Rao, was an Indian playback singer known for his contributions to Telugu cinema, particularly in comedic songs. He gained popularity in the 1950 ... and L. R. Eswari) * "Palletoori Baithugadu" (Lyrics: Rajasri Singers: S. P. Balasubra ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Natakala Rayudu
''Natakala Rayudu'' is a Telugu-language drama film directed by A. Sanjeevi. It is led by the famous character actor Nagabhushanam. It is based on the 1951 Hindi film '' Albela'' starring Bhagwan. Plot Adiseshayya (Nagayya) has two sons and a daughter. His younger son Bujjibabu (Nagabhushanam) likes acting very much. Because of this he loses many jobs shown by his father. Finally they have a big quarrel and Bujjibabu is sent out of his home by his father. His mother blesses him to become a big star. He spends a horrible life without food and is forced to be a domestic worker in the house of Geetha Devi (Kanchana). She identifies the actor in him and gives a chance to act in her company. In spite of resistance from Manager Rajasekhar (Padmanabham) and Hero Prem Kumar (Prabhakar Reddy), he grows to a big star. Geetha Devi loves Bujjibabu. But he concentrates on acting mostly and becomes a big star. After becoming a star, he goes home and finds them facing many problems. Finally ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Brahmachari (Telugu Film)
''Brahmachari'' () is a 1968 Indian Telugu-language comedy drama film, produced by A. V. Subba Rao under the Prasad Art Productions banner and directed by T. Rama Rao. The film stars Akkineni Nageswara Rao and Jayalalithaa, with music composed by T. Chalapathi Rao. It was released on 1 February 1968. The film was remade in Hindi as '' Ek Nari Ek Brahmachari'' (1971). It was loosely based on the 1967 Tamil movie '' Penne Nee Vaazhga''. Plot The film begins with Ramakrishna, a devout worshiper of Hanuman, who vows celibacy. Vasantha, his colleague, endears his nobleness. Raisahib Parandhamaiah, his father, a domineering paterfamilias, is distressed by him. Once, the college walks to a picnic where Ramakrishna unintentionally misplaces Vasantha's locket. So, in regret, he bestows his locket when his naughty friend takes a photograph and writes a love letter to Vasantha, forging Ramakrishna's signature. Parallelly, in a glimpse, Raisahib plots to perform the espousal of Ramakrish ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Todi Kodallu
''Thodi Kodallu'' () is a 1957 Indian Telugu language, Telugu-language drama (film and television), drama film directed and edited by Adurthi Subba Rao who co-wrote the script with D. Madhusudhana Rao and Acharya Aatreya. Madhusudhana Rao produced the film under Annapurna Studios, Annapurna Pictures. It stars Akkineni Nageswara Rao and Savitri (actress), Savitri, with music composed by Master Venu. The film is based on Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay's Bengali language, Bengali novel ''Nishkriti'', and was simultaneously made as the Tamil language, Tamil film ''Engal Veettu Mahalakshmi'' (1957); both films were made simultaneously by the same banner and director, and some of the scenes and artists are the same in both versions. ''Thodi Kodallu'' won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Telugu, Certificate of merit for Best Feature Film in Telugu. Plot The film begins with showing a wealthy, conjoined family. Advocate Kutumba Rao is their paterfamilias, who is an intr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Akka Chellelu
''Akka Chellelu'' () is a 1970 Indian Telugu-language drama film, produced by V. B. Rajendra Prasad and directed by A. Sanjeevi. It stars Akkineni Nageswara Rao, Sowcar Janaki, Krishna and Vijaya Nirmala, with music composed by K. V. Mahadevan. The film was a remake of the Tamil film ''Akka Thangai ''Akka Thangai'' () is a 1969 Indian Tamil-language legal drama film, directed by M. A. Thirumugam and produced and screenplay done by Sandow M. M. A. Chinnappa Thevar. The dialogue was written by Aarudoss and the story was written by Poovai K ...'' (1969). Plot Justice Ramachandra Rao belongs to a highly reputed family and lives with his mother, Shanthamma, and younger brother Venu, a law student. Janaki is an illiterate callow who aims to mold her younger sister, Vijaya, into an advocate. Fortunately, Venu & Vijaya are collegians and turtle doves. Once Ramachandra Rao spots Janaki and likes her. Janaki crosses many hurdles, toils hard, and successfully establishes Vijaya as ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Private Master
''Private Master'' is a 1967 Indian Telugu-language drama film directed by K. Viswanath. The titular private master is played by Ram Mohan with Krishna Krishna (; Sanskrit language, Sanskrit: कृष्ण, ) is a major deity in Hinduism. He is worshipped as the eighth avatar of Vishnu and also as the Supreme God (Hinduism), Supreme God in his own right. He is the god of protection, c ... as the main antagonist. The film title ''Private Master'' is special for its use of English in an era of Telugu-only titles. The producer decided to use an English title which in Telugu means "Tuition Teacher". Plot Sridhar Rao appears as a wealthy man with two daughters, Sundari and Raaji. Prasad Rao is appointed as a private master for Raaji. While tutoring Raaji, Prasad falls in love with Sundari. Sundari and Prasad decide to marry with the permission of their elders. Meanwhile, a young man named Krishna is seeking to make his fortune and is prepared to do anything to achiev ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tene Manasulu
''Thene Manasulu'' () is a 1965 Indian Telugu-language romance film directed by Adurthi Subba Rao and produced by C. Sundaram under the Babu Movies banner. The film stars Krishna, Ram Mohan, Sukanya, and Sandhya Rani in lead roles. Notably, it was the first Telugu social film to be shot entirely in colour. The story was based on the novel ''Vakrinchina Saralarekhalu'' by K. R. K. Mohan. The film marked the debut of Krishna in a lead role and also the acting debut for Ram Mohan, Sandhya Rani and Sukanya. Despite initial skepticism from some in the industry about casting newcomers, ''Tene Manasulu'' became a commercial success and ran for 100 days in theatres. The film is also known for its popular soundtrack composed by K. V. Mahadevan, with songs like "Divinundi Bhuviki" and "Yemamma Ninnenamma" becoming hits. It was remade in Hindi as '' Doli'' (1969). Plot The story revolves around the intertwined lives of four main characters: Sita, Bhanumathi, Chittibabu, and Basavar ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Preminchi Choodu (1965 Film)
''Preminchi Choodu'' () is a 1965 Indian Telugu-language romantic comedy film directed by P. Pullayya. It stars Akkineni Nageswara Rao, Jaggayya, Rajasree and Kanchana. The film was produced by V. Venkateswarlu. Music was composed by Master Venu. It is a remake of the Tamil film ''Kadhalikka Neramillai'' (1964). Plot Buchabbai is a millionaire with two daughters, Kanchanamala and Ratnamala. During their studies away from their hometown, Kanchana falls for a handsome guy, Srinivasa Rao / Vasu, the son of another bigshot Subbarayudu. After their return home, Kanchana and Ratna once squabble with Ranga Rao, the assistant manager of their estate. They persuade their father to sack him; hence Ranga declares a strike in front of their house when Ranga and Ratna are smitten. Parallelly, Varahala Raju, son of Buchabbai, is passionate about directing a film for which he daily pesters his father. He also loves Meenakshi, the daughter of their manager, Yedukondalu. Right now, Ranga l ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Antastulu
''Antastulu'' () is a 1965 Indian Telugu-language drama film produced by V. B. Rajendra Prasad and directed by V. Madhusudhana Rao. It stars Akkineni Nageswara Rao, Bhanumathi Ramakrishna, Krishna Kumari with music composed by K. V. Mahadevan. The film won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Telugu in 1965. The film won two Nandi Awards. Plot Zamindar Raja Jaganatha Rao is affluent and obsessed with discipline. He doesn't show any preference between family members and workers; if anyone dares to break the rules, he punishes them harshly. So, his wife, Roopa Devi, and elder son, Raghu, oblige accordingly, whereas the younger son, Chinnababu, finds these rules annoying. Jaganatha Rao learns about Chinababu's ideas and warns him twice, but he does not listen, so furious Jaganatha Rao seeks to punish him, and Chinababu dies out of shock. As a result, Raghu gets upset and wants to leave his father and house. Then Jaganatha Rao allows him a vast amount and asks hi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gudi Gantalu
''Gudi Gantalu'' () is a 1964 Indian Telugu-language drama film directed by V. Madhusudhana Rao. It stars N. T. Rama Rao and Krishna Kumari, with music composed by Ghantasala. The film was produced by Sunderlal Nehata and Doondy. It is a remake of the Tamil film '' Aalayamani'' (1962). Plot Zamindar Srinivasa Rao, also known as Vasu, is a respected yet enigmatic figure whose godlike nature hides a darker side. In his childhood, Vasu caused the death of his friend Babu due to his possessiveness over Kasthuri, a tragic act that haunts him with guilt and a yearning for meaningful relationships. Meanwhile, Bhadrayya, Vasu's cunning manager, plots to seize Vasu's wealth by marrying his daughter Subhadra to him. Bhadrayya has two children, Krishna and Subhadra, and uses their status to manipulate situations for his benefit. During this time, Vasu meets Hari, a brilliant student, and is deeply moved by his loyalty and dedication, forming a close bond with him. Subhadra, however, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Doctor Chakravarthy
''Doctor Chakravarthy'' is 1964 Indian Telugu-language drama film, produced by D. Madhusudhana Rao and directed by Adurthi Subba Rao. It stars Akkineni Nageswara Rao, Savitri and Jaggayya, with music composed by S. Rajeswara Rao. The film is based on Koduri Kousalya Devi's novel ''Chakrabhramanam''. It is the first film to win the Nandi Award, instituted by Government of Andhra Pradesh in 1964. It inspired many people in India to become doctors. Plot The film begins with Dr. Chakravarthy returning from abroad after his higher education. He receives a warm welcome from his mates and beloved Dr. Sridevi. Then, Chakravarthy proceeds for his precious sibling Sudha, whom he dotes on and rears under a shower of love. She is a musician, writer, & poet as well. Indeed, Chakravarthy is getting a big man with the aid of Sudha's husband, Shekar, who is wealthy. Midway through his journey, he feels pleasure acquainting with his childhood bestie, Engineer Ravindra. Soon after arriving a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |