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Vasanthi (actress)
Vasanthi B. A. (born as Karanam Vasanthi) was an Indian actress and producer who was active in the Tamil language, Tamil, Telugu language, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada film industries during the latter half of the 20th century. She was well known for her second heroine and supporting roles in some movies. Personal life Vasanthi married P. Seenivasan, an Indian politician of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam and member of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly. She died on May 29, 2019, in her residence at Anna Nagar, Chennai. She was looked after by her daughter and sister's son. Film career Vasanthi made her debut in Telugu language, Telugu movie ''Mahakavi Kalidasu'' in 1960, her Tamil language, Tamil debut was ''Then Nilavu'' in 1961. She also acted as second heroine opposite M. G. Ramachandran in ''Maadappura''. Vasanthi entered the tinsel world as a well educated woman, an uncommon thing for heroines of her days (1960s). Tall, lanky and endowed with big eyes, Vasanthi acted ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Anna Nagar
Anna Nagar (formerly known as Naduvakkarai), is a neighbourhood in the metropolitan city of Chennai, India. Named after former chief minister of Tamil Nadu C. N. Annadurai, it is located in the north-western part of Chennai and forms a part of the Aminjikarai taluk and the Anna Nagar Zone. It is one of the costliest and most sought after prime areas in Chennai and is home to several prominent doctors,civil officers,actors,lawyers and politicians. Real estate prices are among the highest in the city. A recent addition to the area is VR Chennai Mall, located near Shanthi Colony and Thirumangalam junction. Anna Nagar is the first and the only neighbourhood in Chennai to follow a standard addressing system followed in the western world. One of the primary landmarks in Anna Nagar is the Anna Nagar Tower, built in 1968 as part of the World Trade Fair. Other important locations include the Anna Arch, Chinthamani, Blue Star, 14 shops, Shanthi Colony, Thirumangalam junction, Padi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Siri Sampadalu
''Siri Sampadalu'' () is a 1962 Indian Telugu-language drama film, produced by V. Venkateswarlu and directed by P. Pullaiah. It stars Akkineni Nageswara Rao and Savitri, with music composed by Master Venu. Plot The film begins at a terrain Sitanagaram ruled by Zamindar Raghupati Naidu. He has two progeny, Jagapati Naidu & Parvati. Chakradhar is his son-in-law who resides in matrilocality and lives delightfully at their residence, ''Ananda Nilayam.'' The couple has a son, Prasad, and Parvati dotes on her sibling's three motherless infants, Padma, Latha, & Rama. Prasad & Padma have camaraderie from childhood, and the elders announce their spice. However, Raghupati Naidu's family is heredity accustomed to exclusive charity. Chakradhar always opposes it when a rift arises between them. Since his self-respect suffers, Chakradhar is about to quit, but Raghupati Naidu bars him, and he dies accidentally in that strife. Jagapati Naidu inculpates Chakradhar, cuts the cords with Parvat ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vivaha Bandham
''Vivaha Bandham'' () is a 1964 Indian Telugu-language drama film, produced and directed by P. S. Ramakrishna Rao of Bharani Pictures. The film stars N. T. Rama Rao, Bhanumathi Ramakrishna with music composed by M. B. Sreenivasan, while Bhanumathi has taken care supervision. It is a remake of the Bengali film '' Saat Pake Bandha'' (1963). Plot Bharathi is the daughter of retired principal Appa Rao, with values and self-esteem. Lecturer Chandrashekar gets acquainted with her, and they fall in love. Bharathi's mother, Manikyamba, does not like this alliance because of its prestige. But Appa Rao convinces her and arranges the marriage of Chandrashekar and Bharathi. After the wedding, Manikyamba constantly criticizes Chandrashekar, so he leaves their house with Bharathi and they start living happily. Manikyamba does not like her daughter's middle-class life. She starts boasting about her son-in-law to the relatives. Chandrashekar gets hurt by this, so he does not want to return to ... [...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] |
Sabhash Suri
''Sabhash Suri'' () is an Indian 1964 Indian Telugu-language romantic comedy film, produced by T. R. Chakravarthy under the R. R. Pictures banner and directed by I. N. Murthy. It stars N. T. Rama Rao, Krishna Kumari with the music composed by Pendyala Nageswara Rao. The film is a remake of the Tamil film '' Periya Idathu Penn'' (1963). Plot The film begins in a village where Zamindar Kailasam, a wealthy tyrant, lives. Suryam is pleasant and is die-hard to Zamindar, his swaggerer son Seshu, and his vainglory daughter Jalaja. Suryam lives with his widowed sibling Nagamma and falls for Ganga, the daughter of his maternal uncle Mastanaiah. Seshu also woos on Ganga when Mastanaiah conducts a martial arts competition between them. During this, Jalaja fouls by exploiting her classmate Valli on behalf of wedlock. Suryam is defeated, and Seshu knits Ganga. Afterward, double-crossed Valli affirms the fact to Suryam when he challenges Jalaja to marry her. Besides, Zamindar makes his lif ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ammaye Kaanaan
''Ammaye Kaanaan'' is a 1963 Indian Malayalam-language film, directed by P. Bhaskaran and produced by V. Abdulla. The film stars Sathyan, Ambika and Baby Vinodini. Cast * Sathyan as Chandran *Madhu as Balagopal *Ambika Sukumaran as Madhavi *Adoor Bhasi as Sangameshwara Iyer *Jose Prakash as Prosecutor *Kottayam Santha as Janaki Amma * P. J. Antony as Sukumaran Nair * Vasanthi as Rema *Baby Vinodini as Suhasini *Bahadoor as Nanu *C. R. Lakshmi as Parvathi Amma *J. A. R. Anand *KPAC Leela as Leela * Kedamangalam Ali as Vareed *Kottayam Chellappan as Barrister Panicker *Kunjandi as Kuttaayi *Kuthiravattam Pappu Padmadalakshan, better known by his stage name Kuthiravattam Pappu (24 December 1936 – 25 February 2000), was a popular Indian stage and film actor. His repertoire of acting was based on his unique style and use of the '' Kozhikodan'' dialect, ... as Pamman *M. G. Menon * S. P. Pillai as Sankunni Nair *Ramesh Plot After completing his BL exams, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Savati Koduku
''Savati Koduku'' () is a 1963 Indian Telugu-language drama film, produced and directed by Y. Ranga Rao. It stars N. T. Rama Rao and Sowcar Janaki, with music composed by debutant Satyam and T. V. Raju taking care of supervision. Plot The film begins in a village where a peasant, Venkaiah, knits benevolent Lakshmamma after the death of his first wife, who dotes on her stepson, Seshu. Following this, she is blessed with a child, Shekar. Years roll by, and Venkaiah becomes wealthy with his striving. Seshu weds a wise Janaki and takes care of family tasks. He endears Shekar a lot and aims to carve him as an advocate. So, he proceeds to higher education with their maternal uncle Subbarayudu's son, Chal Mohan. Whereat, Shekar turns debauchery by the snare of a dancer, Vanaja. Learning it, Venkaiah passes away, entrusting the totality to Seshu with the assurance that he will reform his brother. Meanwhile, Janaki's parents arrive and create a rift, which makes Lakshmamma spurn the h ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Punarjanma (1963 Film)
''Punarjanma'' () is a 1963 Indian Telugu-language drama film, produced by A. V. Subba Rao and directed by K. Pratyagatma. Based on the novel ''Patthar Ke Honth'' by Gulshan Nanda, it stars Akkineni Nageswara Rao and Krishna Kumari, with music composed by T. Chalapathi Rao. The film was remade in Hindi as '' Khilona'' (1970), in Tamil as '' Engirundho Vandhaal'' and in Malayalam as '' Amrithavaahini''. Plot Gopi is the son of Zamindar and is a sculptor. He creates a statue and becomes passionate about his ''dream girl.'' Unfortunately, it catches fire and burns, and Gopi mentally breaks down. Before the rift, Gopi is in love with his cousin Vasanthi. However, Vasanthi's mother, Yasoda Devi, breaks the proposal. The doctor realizes that music helps Gopi, so he advises to appoint a beautiful girl who knows dance & music as his caretaker. Thus, his father, Zamindar, brings a lovely girl, Radha, from a "Kothi" to care for Gopi. Though Radha is born into a family of courtesans, s ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sreerama Pattabhishekam
''Sreeraama Pattaabhishekam'' is a 1962 Indian Malayalam-language film, directed by G. K. Ramu and produced by P. Subramaniam. The film stars Prem Nazir, Vasanthi, Kaviyoor Ponnamma, Thikkurissy Sukumaran Nair and Prem Nawas. The film had musical score by Br. Lakshmanan. The film was dubbed into Hindi as ''Prabhu Jai Shri Ram''. Cast *Prem Nazir as Sree Raman * Vasanthi as Seetha/Ahalya *Kaviyoor Ponnamma as Mandodari *Thikkurissy Sukumaran Nair as Dasaradhan *Prem Nawas as Lakshmanan * GK Pillai as Vishwamithran *Miss Kumari as Kaikeyi * K. V. Shanthi as Surpanakha/Kamavalli * T. K. Balachandran as Bharathan *Aranmula Ponnamma as Kausalya *Jose Prakash as Janakaraja *Kaduvakulam Antony as Badan *Kottarakkara Sreedharan Nair as Ravanan *Vanchiyoor Radha as Mallika *Adoor Pankajam as Manthara *Hari as Shatrughnan * S. P. Pillai as Vaidyar *Sukumari Sukumari Amma (6 October 1940 – 26 March 2013) was an Indian actress best known for her works in Malayalam and Tamil ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vidhi Vilasa
''Vidhivilasa'' () is a 1962 Kannada language swashbuckler film A swashbuckler film is characterised by swordfighting and adventurous heroic characters, known as swashbucklers. While morality is typically clear-cut, heroes and villains alike often, but not always, follow a code of honor. Some swashbuckle ... directed by S. V. Mahesh and starring Rajkumar, Leelavathi and K. S. Ashwath. The film features a musical score composed by T. Padman. The story, screenplay, dialogues and lyrics were written by H. L. Narayana Rao, who was also the father of actor Vishnuvardhan. Plot The film revolves around a King who challenges destiny, personified as a young woman, by attempting to alter the foretold events of his death. Despite his efforts to prevent the prophesied outcomes, a series of unforeseen events ultimately leads to the fulfillment of destiny's predictions. Cast * Rajkumar as Vijaya, the son of King's commander * Leelavathi as Chanchala * K. S. Ashwath as King ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bale Pandiya (1962 Film)
''Bale Pandiya'' () is a 1962 Indian Tamil-language comedy film produced and directed by B. R. Panthulu. The film stars Sivaji Ganesan, M. R. Radha and Devika, with K. Balaji, Vasanthi and Sandhya in supporting roles. It revolves around the title character having to evade a lookalike wanting to kill him for insurance money. The story of ''Bale Pandiya'' was written by Maa. Raa. and Joshi, while the screenplay was written by Dada Mirasi. Cinematography was handled by V. Ramamoorthy, and the editing by R. Devarajan. The music was scored by Viswanathan–Ramamoorthy. The features stars Ganesan in three distinct roles, and Radha in two. Production began in early May 1962, ended in the middle of the month, and the film was released on the 26th of the same month. Plot Bale Pandiya is a young innocent man who leads a troubled life. He is saved from his suicide attempt by Kabali, who hatches a plan to get him killed under the false identity of his goon (Pandiya's look-alike) Mar ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Avana Ivan
''Avana Ivan!?'' () is a 1962 Indian Tamil-language thriller film directed by S. Balachander. The film was an adaptation of the 1951 American film '' A Place in the Sun'', itself adapted from the novel ''An American Tragedy'' written by Theodore Dreiser. The novel itself was based on the Gillette murder case that happened in the early 20th century. Plot Kumar kills his wife Sumathi to marry another woman, Vaasanthi. The murder is witnessed by two children, who are on a picnic along with other children who later expose the truth. In the end, the murderer is arrested and taken away by the police; he winks at the children who exposed him and says "ta ta". Cast ;Male cast * S. Balachander as Kumar * Ramesh as Kannan * Master Sridhar as Venu * V. S. Raghavan as Rajaram * Serukalathur Sama as Sadhanandam * Pattom Sadan as Assistant * Kottapuli Jayaraman as Assistant * P. D. Sambandam as Teacher * Vidwan Ve. Lakshmanan as Inspector Rajan * S. G. Eswar as Eswar ;Female ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
