Uppalapati Venkata Krishnam Raju was an Indian actor and politician. He was known for his works in Telugu cinema and was widely known as "Rebel Star" for his rebellious acting style. He was also the winner of the inaugural Nandi Award for Best Actor. Krishnam Raju starred in more than 183 feature films in his career. He made his film debut with the 1966 film Chilaka Gorinka produced and directed by K. Pratyagatma. Krishnam Raju had won five Filmfare Awards South and three state Nandi Awards. Krishnam Raju was also an active politician.
Neti Bharatam is a 1983 film written and directed by T. Krishna and produced by Eetharam Films. It is a musical hit film promoting liberal ideals. Lyrics for the songs were written by revolutionary poet Srirangam Srinivasa Rao, Adrushta Deepak who was then an unknown lyricist, and music scored by K. Chakravarthy. The movie is most famous for the song "Maanavatvam Parimalinche", which got the lyricist Adrushta Deepak noticed. Suman and Vijayashanti played lead roles, with Nagabhushanam and Rajyalakshmi in assisting roles. The film was remade in Kannada as Indina Bharatha, Hindi as Haqeeqat (1985) and in Tamil as Puthiya Theerpu (1985). The film won six Nandi Awards.
Bala Mitrula Katha is a 1973 Telugu-language film directed by K. Varaprasada Rao, starring Jaggayya, Krishnam Raju, Gummadi and Nagabhushanam. It is a story of the friendship of two kids of different social statuses and the support of their teachers amid the political and village backdrop.
Premabhishekam is a 1981 Indian Telugu-language romantic drama film written and directed by Dasari Narayana Rao. Produced by Venkat Akkineni and Nagarjuna Akkineni under Annapurna Studios banner. It stars Akkineni Nageswara Rao, Jayasudha, Sridevi, Murali Mohan, Mohan Babu and music composed by Chakravarthy. This film is copied from "send me no flowers" 1964 hollywood movie. Released on 18 February 1981, Premabhishekam was a commercial success and industry hit grossing over ₹4crore at the box office. It had a theatrical run of 527 days and became the first film to complete a 75-week run in Andhra Pradesh. The film won four Nandi Awards and two Filmfare Awards South. It was later remade in Tamil as Vazhvey Maayam and in Hindi as Prem Tapasya
Naa Desam is a 1982 Indian Telugu-language film, produced by K. Devi Vara Prasad and S. Venkataratnam and directed by K. Bapayya. It stars N. T. Rama Rao and Jayasudha, with music composed by Chakravarthy. The film is a remake of the Hindi film Laawaris (1981).
Krishnam Raju (1940–2022) was an Indian actor who acted in more than 190 films. Krishnam Raju entered Tollywood in 1966 with the film Chilaka Gorinka, directed by Kotayya Pratyagatma alongside Krishna Kumari. The film won the Nandi Award for Best Feature Film - Silver for that year. Later he acted in the mythological film Shri Krishnavataram, which also stars N. T. Rama Rao. He acted in many films with the established actors N. T. Rama Rao and Akkineni Nageswara Rao. He also acted in many films with the established actresses Krishna Kumari, Rajasulochana, Jamuna and Kanchana.
Trisulam (transl. Trident) is a 1982 Indian Telugu-language drama film directed by K. Raghavendra Rao in screenplay written by Satyanand. The film stars Krishnam Raju and Sridevi. Jayasudha, Radhika, Prabhakar Reddy, Gollapudi Maruti Rao and Rao Gopal Rao are featured in supporting roles. The music was composed by K. V. Mahadevan. The songs "Pellante Pandillu" and "Raayini Aadadi Chesina" were chartbusters. The film was based on the novel Jagriti. It was remade in Hindi as Naya Kadam (1984).
Tandra Paparayudu is a 1986 Indian Telugu-language biographical war film directed by Dasari Narayana Rao and produced by U. Suryanarayana Raju. The film stars Krishnam Raju, Jaya Prada, Jayasudha, Sumalatha, Pran and Mohan Babu. It is based on the life of 18th century warrior Tandra Paparayudu, the General of Bobbili, and General Bussy. Made on a big-budget of ₹1.5 crore, Tandra Paparayudu was a major box-office failure. The film was featured at the 11th International Film Festival of India. It won two Nandi Awards.
Simha Swapnam (transl. Nightmare) is a 1989 Indian Telugu-language crime film, produced by V. B. Rajendra Prasad under the Jagapathi Art Pictures banner and directed by V. Madhusudhana Rao. It stars Krishnam Raju, Jayasudha, Jagapathi Babu, Vani Viswanath and Shantipriya, with music composed by Chakravarthy. The film is a remake of the Hindi film Khatron Ke Khiladi (1988). This film is the debut of Jagapathi Babu as a hero, with double role performance, both the roles of Sanjay Dutt and Chunky Pandey are done by Jagapathi Babu in Telugu.
Nipputo Chelagaatam is a 1982 Telugu language action drama film directed by Kommineni Seshagiri Rao and produced by Y. V. Rao. The film stars Krishnam Raju, Sharada, Jayasudha and Sarath Babu. The film is a remake of 1978 Bollywood film Karmayogi. The music was composed by Satyam.
Ragile Jwala is a 1981 Telugu language action drama film directed by K. Raghavendra Rao and produced by T. Trivikrama Rao under Vijayalakshmi Art Pictures. The film stars Krishnam Raju, Jaya Prada and Sujatha. The music was composed by Chakravarthy.
Yuddham (transl. War) is a 1984 Telugu-language action drama film directed by Dasari Narayana Rao. The film stars Krishna, Krishnam Raju, Jayasudha and Jaya Prada. The music was composed by Chakravarthy.
Ugra Narasimham is a 1986 Telugu-language action drama film written, directed and produced by Dasari Narayana Rao under Tharaka Prabhu Films banner. The film stars Krishnam Raju, Jaya Prada and Mohan Babu. The music was composed by Satyam.
Neeti-Nijayiti is a 1972 Indian Telugu-language comedy film directed by Singeetam Srinivasa Rao and produced by M. Lakshmikanta Reddy and H. V. Sanjeeva Reddy. The film stars Krishnam Raju and Kanchana. The dialogues were written by Pingali Nagendra Rao. The music was composed by S. Rajeswara Rao. The lyrics were penned by C. Narayana Reddy. It is the debut film of Singeetam Srinivasa Rao.
Kaboye Alludu is a 1987 Telugu-language comedy film, produced by M. Chandra Kumar under the P.V.S. Films banner and directed by Relangi Narasimha Rao. It stars Rajendra Prasad, Chandra Mohan, Shantipriya, Kalpana and music composed by Chakravarthy. It was released on 27 March 1987.
Raaga Deepam is a 1982 Indian Telugu-language drama film, written and directed by Dasari Narayana Rao and produced by Kodali Bosu Babu under the banner of Veera Rani Enterprises.
Justice Chakravarthy is a 1984 Telugu-language legal drama film, produced and directed by Dasari Narayana Rao under his Taraka Prabhu Films banner. It stars Akkineni Nageswara Rao, Jayasudha, Sumalatha, Suhasini and music composed by Ramesh Naidu.
Chinnanati Snehitulu is a 1971 Indian Telugu-language drama film, produced by DVS Raju under the DVS Productions banner and directed by K. Viswanath. It stars N. T. Rama Rao, Sobhan Babu and Vanisri, with music composed by T. V. Raju.
Doctor Cine Actor is a 1982 Indian Telugu-language comedy drama film directed by Vijaya Nirmala. Produced by Nara Naryana Combines, it stars Krishna in a triple role alongside Jayasudha and Kavitha. The film has music composed by K. Chakravarthy.
