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Maharathi (2007 Film)
''Maharathi'' is a 2007 Indian Telugu-language action drama film directed by P. Vasu and produced by Vakada Appa Rao. It stars Nandamuri Balakrishna in the lead role alongside Meera Jasmine, Sneha, Navaneet Kaur, Jayaprada, and Naresh. The music was composed by Guru Kiran. The film was dubbed into Tamil as ''Kuppathu Raja'' and was recorded as a flop at the box office. Plot Bala works as a music teacher in the college of Naresh Chowdary. His look-alike Krishna Sarala Subrahmani a.k.a Krishna works as a dance master in Chamundeswari's college. Naresh's daughter Kalyani gradually falls in love with Krishna with the help of Bala. Krishna woos her and makes her fall in love with him but her love is rejected by her father Naresh. She pleads with him to accept her love but he remains unconvinced, enraged by this Kalyani locks herself in a room and demands Naresh Chowdary to bring Krishna to her. Then Bala convinces and advises Naresh Chowdary to meet Krishna and tells him to talk ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nandamuri Balakrishna
Nandamuri Balakrishna (born 10 June 1960), also known as Balayya or NBK, is an Indian actor, film producer, politician and philanthropist known for his works in Telugu cinema. Balakrishna is an elected member of the Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly from Hindupur Assembly constituency, Hindupur constituency since 2014. The son of actor and former List of chief ministers of Andhra Pradesh, Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh N. T. Rama Rao, Balakrishna made his debut as a child artist at the age of 14 with the film ''Tatamma Kala'' (1974). In 2025, the Government of India honoured him with third-highest civilian award in India, the Padma Bhushan. Balakrishna is a recipient of three state Nandi Awards, three South Indian International Movie Award, SIIMA Awards, and an 3rd IIFA Utsavam, IIFA Award. In 2012, Balakrishna was the chief guest at the 43rd International Film Festival of India, 43rd IFFI. Currently, he serves as the Chairman of Basavatarakam Indo American Cancer Hospital, B ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ali (actor)
Ali (born 10 October 1967) is an Indian actor, comedian, and television presenter who works predominantly in Telugu films and television. He acted in more than 1000 films in Telugu. He is a recipient of two Nandi Awards and two Filmfare Awards South. Personal life Ali was born in Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh, India. His father was a tailor and his mother was a home maker. He has one younger brother named Khayyum, who is also an actor. Ali married Zubeda Sultana in 1994. The couple has two daughters and a son. Career Ali came into the movie industry with the help of Jit Mohan Mitra, Rajahmundry's musical company. He went to Chennai when director Bharathi Raja was looking for child actors for his movie '' Seethakoka Chiluka'', and was given a role. As a child Ali acted in several movies. When he was too old to be a child actor he struggled to get roles and later became a comedian in Telugu cinema. Director S. V. Krishna Reddy gave him comic roles in his movies, creating new ro ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gurukiran
Gurukiran Shetty, known mononymously as Gurukiran, is an Indian music director of the Kannada film industry in India. He started his career as a music director of the Kannada movie '' A'', directed and acted by Upendra. His music for his next movie ''Upendra'' further consolidated his position in Kannada movie industry. He is a native of Mangalore and hails from Bunt Family. His mother tongue is Tulu. He has also acted in several movies in supporting character roles and also sung several songs and also composed in Tamil, Telugu and Tulu movies. Career Gurukiran entered the film industry as an actor before becoming a music director. He had sung many songs in Kannada films in his own composition as well as others."Kanasina Maratta" song sung by him, is a big hit in '' Banna Bannada Loka'' ; Thomas Rathnam directed the music. Personal life He is married to Pallavi, who is a cousin of actor Sunil. Partial discography Composer Filmography Awards Karnataka State Film Awar ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Geetha Singh
Geetha Singh is an Indian actress and comedian. Singh is from North India. She learned Telugu after settling in Telangana. She made her Telugu cinema debut with the 2005 film '' Evadi Gola Vaadidhi''. The following year she starred in '' Kithakithalu''. Both films were from director E. V. V. Satyanarayana. During her career, Singh has appeared in over 50 films. Filmography * '' Evadi Gola Vaadidi'' (2005) * '' Allari Pidugu'' (2005) * '' Kithakithalu'' (2006) * '' Premabhishekam'' (2008) * ''Dongala Bandi'' (2008) * '' Sasirekha Parinayam'' (2009) * '' Malli Malli'' (2009) * ''Mondi Mogullu Penki Pellalu'' (2009) * ''Target'' (2009) * ''Mogudu Kavali'' (2009) * ''Neramu Siksha'' (2009) * ''Ooha Chitram'' (2009) * ''Rambabu Gadi Pellam'' (2010) * ''Aakasa Ramanna'' (2010) * ''Ramdev'' (2010) * ''Poison'' (2011) * ''Babloo'' (2011) * ''Naaku O Loverundhi'' (2011) * ''Pilla Dorikithe Pelli'' (2011) * ''Amayakudu'' (2011) * ''Telugammayi'' (2011) * ''Seema Tapakai'' (2011) * ''Re ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rajitha
Mallela Rajitha is an Indian actress who works in Telugu films. She has been active since the late 1980s. Career Rajitha made her debut in film industry at the age of 18 with the Telugu movie, '' Brahma Rudrulu'' in which she portrayed Akkineni Nageswara Rao's daughter. She played the role of a widow in '' Pelli Kanuka'' and won the Nandi Award for Best Female Comedian. The dialogue writer Posani Krishna Murali stated that her role involved no humor yet the awards committee decided to give Rajitha the award for best comedian. Filmography Telugu * '' Brahma Rudrulu'' (1986) * '' Agni Putrudu'' (1987) * '' Thodallullu'' (1988) * '' Vivaha Bhojanambu'' (1988) * '' Mahajananiki Maradalu Pilla'' (1990) * '' Chinnari Muddula Papa'' (1990) * '' Prema Khaidi'' (1990) * '' Atiradhudu'' (1991) as Kalyani * ''Amma Rajinama'' (1991) * '' Coolie No. 1'' (1991) * '' Rowdy Gaari Pellam'' (1991) * '' Chinarayudu'' (1992) * ''Mogudugaru'' (1993) * '' Rowdy Mogudu'' (1993) as Saraswath ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kovai Sarala
Kovai Sarala is an Indian actress and comedian, who plays supporting roles in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada films. She has won the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Comedian three times, for her performances in '' Sathi Leelavathi'' (1995), '' Poovellam Un Vasam'' (2001) and '' Uliyin Osai'' (2008). She has also won two Nandi Awards for Best Female Comedian and the Vijay Award for Best Comedian for her performance in '' Kanchana'' (2011). She is now part of Kamal Haasan's Makkal Needhi Maiam Party. She has acted with all the top comedians including Vadivelu, Brahmanandam, Goundamani, Senthil and Vivek. Her comedy tracks with Vadivelu and Brahmanandam have been especially popular. Early and present life Kovai Sarala was born in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu (then in Madras State) in a Malayali family. She developed interest in acting after watching MGR's films. She completed her studies and entered the film industry with the support of her sister and father. She ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ashok Kumar (Telugu Actor)
Ashok Kumar is a Telugu comedian and actor. He first appeared in Doordharshan-8. Ashok Kumar acted in TV comedy serials and movies. He starred in films such as ''Vengamamba'' (2009) and '' Bejawada'' (2011). Career Ashok Kumar was always interested in theatre. He studied law and became an advocate before starring in several films and serials. Filmography *'' Aatmabalam'' (1985) *'' Aha Naa Pellanta'' (1987) *''August 15 Raatri'' (1988) *''Veguchukka Pagatichukka'' (1988) *''Choopulu Kalasina Subhavela'' (1988) *'' Hai Hai Nayaka'' (1989) *''Oorantha Golanta'' (1989) *'' Dhruva Nakshatram'' (1989) *'' Jayammu Nischayammu Raa'' (1989) *''Sutradharulu'' (1989) *'' Prema Zindabad'' (1990) *''Raktha Jwala'' (1990) *''Irugillu Porugillu'' (1990) *'' Raja Vikramarka'' (1990) *'' Bharat Bandh'' (1991) *'' Pelli Pustakam'' (1991) *''Brahmarshi Viswamitra'' (1991) * ''Gang War'' (1992) *'' Akka Pettanam Chelleli Kapuram'' (1993) *''Paruvu Prathishta'' (1993) *''Nannagaru'' (1993) * ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gautam Raju
Gautham Raju is an Indian actor who predominantly acts in Telugu films. He acted in more than 200 films. He got No Nandi Awards as a Best Male Comedian. He also received Rajababu award. Early and personal life Gautham Raju was born in Rajolu, East Godavari District of Andhra Pradesh, India. His son Krishna also entered the film industry. Career He moved to Hyderabad in search of a job. He was also trying to get a chance in films because of his interest in acting. He made his debut as an actor with the film '' Vasantha Geetam'' starring Akkineni Nageswara Rao. Later he acted in Sri Katna Leelalu, '' Coolie No.1'', '' Gharana Mogudu'' gave him a good break. Filmography * '' Vasantha Geetam'' (1984) * '' Ananda Bhairavi'' (1984) * ''Yugakartalu'' (1987) * '' Indrudu Chandrudu'' (1989) * '' Coolie No. 1'' (1991) * '' Kobbari Bondam'' (1991) * '' Gharana Mogudu'' (1992) as Yousuf * '' President Gari Pellam'' (1992) * '' Rajendrudu Gajendrudu'' (1993) * '' Hello Brother'' (1994) ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Subbaraya Sharma
Subbbaraya Sarma is an Indian actor known for his works in Telugu cinema, theatre, and television. In a film career spanning more than fifty years, Sarma played a variety of roles as a character actor and comedian. In 1989, he received the Tri-Annual Best Actor award for the play ''Onteddu Bandi'' written by L. B. Sriram. Sarma is best known for his acting in works such as ''Srivariki Premalekha'' (1984), ''Bava Bava Panneeru'' (1989), '' Yamaleela'' (1994), '' Subha Lagnam'' (1994), '' Mayalodu'' (1993), '' Matrudevobhava'' (1993), ''Gangotri Gangotri is a town and a ''Nagar Panchayat'' (municipality) in Uttarkashi district in the state of Uttarakhand, India. It is 99 km from Uttarkashi, the main district headquarter. It is a Hindu pilgrim town on the banks of the river Bha ...'' (2003), '' Magadheera'' (2009), '' Top Hero'' (1994), '' Dharma Chakram'' (1996), '' Manasantha Nuvve'' (2001), '' Baahubali: The Beginning'' (2015), and '' Rudhramadevi'' (2015). Select ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rallapalli (actor)
Rallapalli Venkata Narasimha Rao (15 August 1945 – 17 May 2019), popularly known as Rallapalli, was an Indian actor known for his works primarily in Telugu films and television. He won two state Nandi Awards. Life and career Rallapalli Venkata Narasimha Rao was born in Anantapuramu, Andhra Pradesh on August 15, 1945. He started off his career in 1960 as a theatre artist before marking his movie debut in 1974 with ''Sthree''. He acted in about 850 films in a variety of roles, including that of a lead actor. He also worked as a staff artiste in Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. He played pivotal roles in films such as ''Bombay'' (1995) and '' Minsara Kanavu'' (1997) in Tamil. Death Rallapalli died on 17 May 2019 at Maxcure Hospital, Hyderabad following ill health. Filmography Telugu films Tamil films Awards ;Nandi Awards The Nandi Awards are annual awards presented by the Government of Andhra Pradesh to recognise excellence in Telugu cinema, theatre, and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Suthi Velu
Kurumaddali Lakshmi Narasimha Rao (7 August 1947 – 16 September 2012), better known by his stage name Suthi Velu, was an Indian actor and comedian known for his works in Telugu cinema. He has acted in more than 200 films, and won four state Nandi Awards. Early life Suthi Velu's father was a teacher. From an early age he was interested in drama and also developed an interest in acting. He then decided to take up acting seriously. At the age of 7, he had given a stage performance in his town. His father discouraged him and asked him not to show interest in acting. He started his film career with '' Mudda Mandaram'' (1981), and acted in many of Jandhyala's films, which made him famous. Career Suthivelu's comedy spanned from 1980 to 2000 in Tollywood. He is famous for timing his dialogues and expressions, particularly in director Jandhyala's comedy films. His collaboration with Suthi Veerabhadra Rao is very popular and the duo was nicknamed ''Suthi Janta''. During his childhoo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chittajalu Lakshmipati
Chittajalu Lakshmipati, known mononymously as Lakshmipati, was an Indian actor and writer who predominantly appeared in Telugu films, acting in over 70 of them. He was the elder brother of Sobhan, who directed the film '' Varsham''. He died a few days after his brother's death. Career Lakshmipati started as a writer and no time he started hosting shows like the well known sensational show called ''Huss Gup Chup'' as Gireesam Master and he worked as writer for Krishna Vamsi's '' Chandralekha'' and he is a well known comedian to Telugu film lovers. He was first seen in Chiranjeevi's ''Choodalani Vundi''. He got a break as an actor with EVV's film '' Allari'' and he first played a negative role in Mahesh Babu's ''Bobby'', directed by his brother Sobhan. He also played significant roles in '' Andhrudu'', ''Pedababu'' and '' Kithakithalu''. Death Lakshmipati died of a heart attack on 7 February 2008. Filmography # '' Pelli Peetalu'' (1998) # '' 9 Nelalu'' (2000) # '' Murari'' (2 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
