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Sai Srinivas Bellamkonda is an actor and producer, known for Alludu Seenu (2014), Sambo Siva Sambho (2010) and Nagavalli (2010). In 2016, he starred in Speedunnodu, a Telugu remake of the Tamil super-hit film Sundarapandian, along with Sonarika Bhadoria and Prakash Raj, he also featured in Jaya Janaki Nayaka, Saakshyam, Kavacham and Sita. He also starred in Rakshasudu, the Telugu remake of the Tamil blockbuster film Ratsasan, opposite Anupama Parameswaran.- Actress
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Savitri, also known as Savitri Ganesan, was an Indian film actress, director, producer, singer and race car enthusiast who predominantly worked in Telugu and Tamil cinema. She also worked in Malayalam, Hindi, and Kannada movies. Starring in more than 250 films. "Mahanati" (i.e.,) Greatest of all actresses by the Telugu Cinema and famously referred to as the "Nadigaiyar Thilagam" (i.e.,) Doyenne of all actresses by the Tamil Cinema. Her performance in the 1957 Telugu Epic film "Mayabazar" skyrocketed her to stardom.
Savitri was born on 6 December 1934 in a Telugu family in Chirravuru, Guntur district of present-day Andhra Pradesh.Her father died when she was six months old, after which her mother took Savitri and an older sibling, Maruti to live with an aunt and uncle. Her uncle, Kommareddy Venkataramaiah enrolled her in classes when she began to show a talent for dance.
Savitri acted in dance dramas as a child, including some work with a theatre company run by Jaggayya. She made an unsuccessful speculative trip to find film work in Madras at the age of 14 when she was deemed to be too young to play heroine roles, but in 1950 was cast as the female lead in Samsaram. That role did not become actuality because she became too excited, necessitating numerous retakes and eventually her replacement in the part. She was given a minor speaking role in the film and in the next year had two more minor roles, in Roopavati and Patala Bhairavi, before getting her big break as the second heroine in Pelli Chesi Choodu. She, later on, was propelled to stardom with critically acclaimed roles in blockbusters such as Devadasu and Missamma.
Savitri won several awards for her performance. She also received the prestigious Rashtrapathi Award. In 2011, the Government of India issued a postage stamp in commemoration of Savitri.
While Savitri was married to Gemini Ganesan, the couple separated in the meantime. They had two children together. Savitri passed away in 1981 after slipping into a coma for 19 months; she was suffering from diabetes and hypertension.- Director
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Bharat Nalluri was born in 1965 in Guntur, India. He is a director and producer, known for Boy Swallows Universe (2024), Flavia De Luce and Shantaram (2022). He is married to Kylie Morris.- Actress
Anuradha Mehta was born on 8 April 1983 in Narasaraopet, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, India. She is an actress, known for Ajay (2006), Arya (2004) and Veduka (2007).- Actress
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Saritha, a versatile South Indian actress, has left an indelible mark on the film industry with a career spanning over 250 films in Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, and Telugu languages. Rising to prominence during the 1980s, she garnered both popularity and critical acclaim as a lead actress. Her talent extended beyond acting, as she also showcased her skills as a dubbing artist.
In addition to her film endeavors, Saritha ventured into the television realm with her appearance in the serial "Selvi." Her contributions as a dubbing artist are noteworthy, lending her voice to esteemed actresses such as Nagma, Vijayashanti, Tabu, Sushmita Sen, Ramya Krishnan, and Soundarya in the 1990s.
Recognized for her outstanding performances, Saritha has been honored with numerous accolades, including state awards from Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada, six Filmfare Awards, and six Nandi Awards. Notably, she received a Special Jury Award for her role in the film "Arjun."
Saritha embarked on her acting journey with the Telugu film "Maro Charitra," directed by K. Balachander. This marked the beginning of a prolific career, where she starred opposite Kamal Haasan in a cross-cultural romance narrative. She continued to receive offers predominantly in Tamil films, many directed by Balachander, including notable titles like "Thappu Thalangal," "Idi Katha Kaadu," "Vandichakkaram," "Netrikan," "Agni Sakshi," "Puthukavithai," "Kalyana Agathigal," and "Achamillai Achamillai."
Her exceptional portrayals in "Vandichakkaram" (1980) and "Achamillai Achamillai" (1984) earned her the prestigious Filmfare Best Tamil Actress awards. Saritha also made guest appearances as herself in films like "47 Natkal" and its Telugu remake, both directed by K. Balachander.
In Kannada cinema, Saritha collaborated with the legendary Dr. Rajkumar in several successful ventures such as "Hosa Belaku," "Keralida Simha," "Bhakta Prahlada," "Chalisuva Modagalu," and "Kaamana Billu." Her repertoire of popular Kannada films also includes "Eradu Rekhegalu," "Sankranthi," and "Malaya Marutha."
Notably dedicated to her craft, Saritha underwent significant physical transformations for challenging roles, such as having her head tonsured for a cancer-affected character in "Sujatha" (1980) and gaining weight for the psychotic role in the 2005 film "Julie Ganapathi." Despite the films not achieving commercial success, her performances garnered praise. She was honored with a Nandi Special Jury Award for her role as "Aandaalu" in the movie "Arjun" in 2004.
Saritha's influence extended to the realm of voice acting, where she lent her voice to actresses like Madhavi, Soundarya, Ramya Krishnan, Nagma, Vijayashanti, Simran, Tabu, Sushmita Sen, Roja, Suhasini, Radha, Radhika, and Aarthi Agarwal. Her contribution in this domain was acknowledged with the Nandi Award for Best Female Dubbing Artist for her work in films like "Ammoru," "Maa Ayana Bangaram" (1997), and "Anthapuram" (1999). Saritha's multifaceted career continues to be celebrated in the South Indian film industry.- Actor
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Krishna was born to Veeraraghavayya Chowdhary and Nagaratnamma Ghattamaneni in a remote village called Burripallem, near Tenali in Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh, India. He was the eldest of the five children from a middle income agrarian family. He could not afford to have convent education, so he attended the school in his village to get his primary education before moving to Tenali and Narsapur to do his S.S.C and Intermediate. Impressed by his scholastic achievements, his father raised money to send his son to the prestigious C.R.R. college in Eluru. There, he shared a room with two aspiring actors, Shoban Babu and Murali Mohan, who later became stars in their own right. Krishna played an active role in various cultural events organized by his college. His performance in the play "Cheesina Paapam Kaasiki Velleena" brought him critical acclaim, thus encouraging him to pursue acting more seriously. After he graduated from college, he married Indira Devi on November 1, 1962. She provided him emotional support during his salad days. In 1965, she gave birth to their first child Ramesh Babu Ghattamaneni about the same time when Krishna made his feature film debut with "Tenemanasulu", which became a big hit and made him an overnight star. He soon developed a reputation as a trend-setter by starring in the first Telugu detective film "Gudachari 116." He was the hero of the first Telugu cowboy film in "Mosagallkau Mosagadu." He played a James Bond type in "Agent Gopi" and became known as "Andhra James Bond" during that time. He also starred in "Alluri Sitarama Raju," which is the first color scope film. He later starred in the first 70 MM film that he also produced and directed titled "Simhasanam." "Simhasanam" was the first of 17 feature films he directed.
In 1968, Krishna's daughter Padmavathi was born. In 1969, Krishna married his frequent leading lady Vijaya Nirmala and this created fodder for the gossip columns as they were still married to their respective spouses with children. Krishna continues to be married to his first wife Indira Devi and would have three more children with her: Manjula Ghattamaneni in 1970, Mahesh Babu in 1975, and Priyadarshini in 1979. He never had children with Vijaya Nirmala but he apparently raised her son Naresh from her first marriage as his own. He also supported Vijaya Nirmala's directorial aspirations by starring in the films she directed and was later proud when she made the Guinness Book of Records as the most prolific female director in 2002. Krishna established the prestigious "Padmalaya Studios" with his brothers in 1983 and has won respect for donning several hats as actor, producer, director, distributor and exhibitor. He also acted in many political targeted movies. During Rajiv Gandhi times, he was inclined towards Congress and even won from the Eluru constituency. After the death of Rajiv Gandhi, Krishna quit politics and has continued to be involved in films and supporting his son Mahesh Babu's success as an actor.- Director
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Boyapati Sreenu, is an Indian film director. Best known for directing action films, Sreenu has garnered two state Nandi Awards, and two "TSR National Awards" for his works.[1][2] In 2005, Srinu made his directorial debut with Bhadra, which starred Ravi Teja, Meera Jasmine, and Prakash Raj. Tulasi was his second film.- Writer
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K. Viswanath was born on 19 February 1930 in Peddapulivarru, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh, India. He was a writer and director, known for Sagara Sangamam (1983), Sutradhaarulu (1990) and Sruthilayalu (1987). He was married to Kasinadhuni Jayalakshmi. He died on 2 February 2023 in Hyderabad, India.- Actor
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Considered as the greatest comedian Telugu film industry ever produced, Brahmanandam is a native of Muppala village near Sattenapalli, Brahmanandam completed his M.A. (Telugu) and worked as a Lecturer in Telugu before Jandhyala introduced him to the silver screen with a role in the movie 'Chantabbai (1986).'
Much before that, he won the Best Supporting Actor in an inter-collegiate competition in Narasaraopet in 1968 and won the fancy dress competition award for portraying the character of 'Modabbayi.' After a brief hiatus, he was given a role by D. Rama Naidu in 'Aha Naa Pellanta (1987)' and Brahmanandam never looked back.- Actress
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Sharada was born on 12 June 1945 in Tenali, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh, India. She is an actress and producer, known for Samaj Ko Badal Dalo (1970), Nimajjanam (1976) and Thulabharam (1968).- Jeeva was born on 30 November 1952 in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, India. He is an actor, known for Rangasthalam 1985 (2018), Sarkar (2005) and Satya (1998).
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Mounika Reddy was born on 10 April 1995 in Tenali, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, India. She is an actress, known for Devil (2023), Bheemla Nayak (2022) and Two Souls (2023).- Writer
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- Actor
Radha Krishna Jagarlamudi was born on 10 November 1978 in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, India. He is a writer and director, known for Kanche (2015), Gabbar Is Back (2015) and Vedam (2010).- Director
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Vivek Athreya was born on 18 October 1989 in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, India. He is a director and writer, known for Brochevarevarura (2019), Mental Madhilo (2017) and Saripodhaa Sanivaaram (2024).- Writer
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- Actor
A.S. Ravi Kumar Chowdary was born in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, India. He is known for Pilla Nuvvu Leni Jeevitham (2014), Aatadista (2008) and Soukhyam (2015). He is married to Naga Bindhu.- Writer
- Director
- Script and Continuity Department
K.S. Ravindra was born on 1 August 1983 in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, India. He is a writer and director, known for Jai Lava Kusa (2017), Power (2014) and Venky Mama (2019). He is married to Anusha Ravindra .- Cinematographer
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Sudhakar Reddy Yakkanti was born on 27 March 1976 in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, India. He is a cinematographer and writer, known for Naal 2 (2023), Naal (2018) and The Cord (2018).- Producer
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Hrushikesh Reddy Vajrala is an Indian filmmaker, Known for his work as a producer and director, he has made significant contributions to the Telugu film industry. Hrushikesh's notable projects include *Dhrukkonam* (2022), a tense POV crime thriller, *Rings* (2022), and *Shadows of the Mind* (2023), which explores themes of trauma and transformation. He is the founder of Vader Films, an independent film company, and is recognized for his creative storytelling and compelling direction.- Actress
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Prabha was born in Tenali, Guntur Dist, Andhra Pradesh, India. She is known for Devathalara Deevinchandi (1977), Raghavendra (2003) and Padmavyuham (1984).- Director
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Ray Ramayya was born in July 1940 in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, India. Ray was a director and writer, known for Ryan's Babe (2000), Seetha & Carole (1998) and Landing: Stories from the Cultural Divide (2005). Ray was married to Jaya Ramayya. Ray died on 19 February 2021 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada.- Goparaju Ramana was born on 5 April 1952 in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, India. He is an actor, known for Krack (2021), Custody (2023) and Rangabali (2023). He is married to Leela Annapoorna Visalakshmi. They have one child.
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Bellamkonda Ganesh Babu was born in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, India. He is known for Swathi Muthyam (2022), Sambo Siva Sambho (2010) and Alludu Seenu (2014).- Music Department
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Veturi Sundara Ramamurthy was born on 29 January 1936 in Kollur, Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh, British India [now India]. Veturi Sundara is known for Godavari (2006), Kantri (2008) and Aditya 369 (1991). Veturi Sundara died on 22 May 2010 in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India.- Actor
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Balaiah M. was born on 9 April 1930 in Chavapadu, Guntur district, Madras Presidency, British India. He was an actor and director, known for Kirayi Alludu (1984), Chelleli Kapuram (1971) and Kurukshetra (1977). He was married to Mannava Kamaladevi. He died on 9 April 2022 in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India.- Actor
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Mukkamala was born in 1920 in Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh, India. He was an actor and director, known for Sri Krishnarjuna Yudham (1963), Mayabazar (1957) and Maradalu Pelli (1952). He died in 1987.- Actor
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A.V.S. Subramanyam was born on 2 January 1957 in Tenali, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh, India. He was an actor and director, known for Roommates (2006), Uncle (2000) and Ori Nee Prema Bangaramkanu (2003). He died on 8 November 2013 in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India.- Music Department
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- Soundtrack
Madhavapeddi Satyam was born in 1922 in Brahmanakoduru, Bapatla, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh, India. He is an actor, known for Sahasra Siracheda Apoorva Chinthamani (1960), Mahamantri Timmarasu (1962) and Beedhi Basavanna (1967).- Writer
- Director
- Script and Continuity Department
Upendra Madhav was born on 26 July 1978 in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, India. Upendra is a writer and director, known for MLA (2018), Ku Ku (2010) and Aagadu (2014).- Ruth Becker Blanchard was born on 28 October 1899 in Guntur, India. She was married to Daniel Blanchard. She died on 6 July 1990 in Santa Barbara, California, USA.
- Gayathri Mudigonda was born in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, India. She is known for Bombay Dreams (2004).
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- Producer
- Director
Aluri Chakrapani was born on 5 August 1908 in Tenali, Guntur, District, Andhra Pradesh, India. Aluri was a writer and producer, known for Shri Rajeshwari Vilas Coffee Club (1976), Manithan Maravillai (1962) and Pelli Chesi Choodu (1952). Aluri died on 24 September 1975.- Music Department
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Rama Rao M.S. was born on 3 July 1921 in Moparru, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh, India. He was an actor, known for Sarangadhara (1957), Panduranga Mahatyam (1957) and Naa Illu (1953). He was married to Lakshmi Samrajyam. He died on 20 April 1992 in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India.- Ambati Rayudu was born on 23 September 1985 in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, India.
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Kodandapani S.P. was born in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, India. Kodandapani is known for Thotalo Pilla Kotalo Rani (2017), Manchi Kutumbam (1968) and Kathanayika Molla (1970).- Writer
- Actor
M.V.S. Harnatha Rao was born on 27 July 1948 in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, India. He was a writer and actor, known for Yudda Bhoomi (1988), Manchi Donga (1988) and Desamlo Dongalupaddaru (1985). He was married to Koteswari. He died on 9 October 2017 in Ongole, Andra Pradesh, India.- Raghuramaiah Kalyanam was born in 1915 in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, India. He was an actor, known for Sati Sakkubai (1954), Shri Krishna Tulabharam (1955) and Pasupathastram (1939). He died in 1968.
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Vemuri Gaggaiah was born on 15 August 1895 in Vemuru, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh, India. He was an actor, known for Seeta Rama Jananam (1944), Shri Krishna Leelalu (1935) and Markandeya (1938). He was married to Ramalakshmi. He died on 30 December 1955 in Vemuru, Guntru District, Andhra Pradesh, India.- Nagayya was born in 1944 in Desavarampeta, Guntur district, India. He was an actor, known for Bhaagamathie (2018), Vedam (2010) and Jaffa (2013). He died on 27 March 2021 in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India.
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- Actor
Ramalingeswararao Kondapaneni was born on 17 February 1945 in Tenali, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh, India. He was an art director and actor, known for Raktha Sindhuram (1985), Devudu Chesina Manushulu (1973) and Ram Robert Rahim (1980). He was married to Savitri. He died on 15 July 1995 in Hyderabad, India.