Ghattamaneni Siva Rama Krishna Murthy, known mononymously as Krishna, was an Indian actor, director and producer known for his work predominantly in Telugu cinema. In a career spanning more than five decades, he starred in over 350 films in a variety of roles. He is referred to as "Superstar" in the Telugu media. In 2009, the government of India honoured him with the Padma Bhushan for his contributions to Indian cinema. He was elected as a Member of Parliament for the Congress party in 1989. In 1997, he received the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award – South in addition to Honorary doctorate from Andhra University in 2008. He died on 15 November 2022 due to cardiac arrest.
Padandi Munduku: The Dandi March is a 1962 Telugu-language political thriller film directed by V. Madhusudhana Rao, and produced by Jaggayya. The film is touted to be the first Indian film based on the Salt March and India's independence movement as its core theme.
Rajesh Babu, better known as Satyam Rajesh, is an Indian actor who primarily appears in Telugu films. He has worked in more than 350 films. Rajesh got the moniker Satyam following his appearance in the 2003 film of the same name.
Chavali Venkata Arvind Krishna Sarma, better known by his stage name Arvind Krishna, is an Indian actor working mainly in Telugu films. After completing his formal education, he made his foray into acting.
Sahasame Naa Oopiri is a 1989 Indian Telugu satirical crime film based on the murder of the political leader Vangaveeti Mohana Ranga. The film directed by Vijaya Nirmala features Krishna alongside herself, Naresh, Vani Vishwanath and Gummadi in the lead roles. Vijaya Nirmala also wrote the screenplay for a story by P. Chandrasekhara Reddy while Tripuraneni Maharathi penned the dialogues. Vidyasagar scored and composed the film's soundtrack while Adurthi Haranath edited the film and Lakshman Gore handled the cinematography.
Krishna Garadi is a 1986 Indian Telugu film starring Krishna in two different roles alongside Jaya Prada, Kaikala Satyanarayana and Rao Gopala Rao in the key roles. Scripted and directed by Vijaya Bapineedu, the film had musical score by Chakravarthy. The film was released on 3 January is the first release for actor Krishna in the year, 1986.
Muddayi (transl. Accused) is a 1987 Indian Telugu-language action film directed by K. S. R. Das who also wrote the screenplay. Chakravarthy scored and composed the film's soundtrack. Produced by Vadde Balaji Rao under Sri Balaji Art movies, Muddayi was released on 3 July 1987 to generally positive reviews. The film featured an ensemble cast of Krishna Ghattamaneni, Vijayashanti, Radha, Sharada, Sarath Babu and Tiger Prabhakar in the lead roles. The film was edited by P. Venkateswara Rao while Pushpala Gopi handled the cinematography. The movie is a remake of 1982 Kannada film Jimmy Gallu. The film was remade by the director in Hindi in 1988 as Mulzim.
Cheppindi Chestha is a 1978 Indian Telugu-language action film starring Krishna Ghattamaneni, Jayachitra, Narasimharaju, Kavitha and M. Prabhakar Reddy. The film had musical score by Satyam. The film was written and directed by M. S. Gopinath.
Krishnavataram is a 1982 Indian Telugu-language action drama film directed by Bapu starring Krishna Ghattamaneni, Sridevi and Vijayashanti. Produced by Mullapudi Venkata Ramanna, the film had musical score by K. V. Mahadevan.
Nayakulaku Saval is a 1984 Indian Telugu action drama film produced by P. Padmanabham, directed by K. S. R. Das starring Krishna Ghattamaneni, Jaya Prada and Sumalatha in the lead roles. The film has musical score by Satyam.
Surya Chandra is a 1985 Indian Telugu-language action drama film written and directed by Vijaya Nirmala, based on the book of the same title by Chittareddy Suryakumari. Produced by S. Ramanand, the film has musical score by Ramesh Naidu. It stars Krishna Ghattamaneni, Jaya Prada, Prabha, Deepa and Kaikala Satyanarayana in the key roles. The film was declared a Hit at the box office.
Dongalu Baboi Dongalu is a 1984 Indian Telugu-language action film starring Krishna, Radha, Ambika, Satyanarayana and M. Prabhakar Reddy. It was jointly produced by P. Babji and G. Sambasiva Rao. The film directed by K. S. R. Das has musical score by Satyam.
Chattaniki Veyi Kallu is a 1983 Indian Telugu-language action drama film directed by Vijaya Nirmala starring Krishna Ghattamaneni, Jayasudha, Madhavi and Rao Gopala Rao. Krishna enacted dual roles of Pratap and Anand.
Amma Donga is a 1995 Indian Telugu-language action comedy film directed by Sagar starring Krishna, Soundarya, Indraja, Aamani and Kota Srinivasa Rao. Koti scored and composed the film's soundtrack.
Athani Kante Ghanudu is a 1978 Indian Telugu-language action drama film directed by G. C. Sekhar, produced by Adusumilli Lakshmi Kumar for Maruthi Productions starring Krishna Ghattamaneni, Jaya Prada and Kaikala Satyanarayana. Chakravarthy scored and composed the film's soundtrack.
Aayudham (transl. Weapon) is a 1990 Indian Telugu-language action film directed by K. Murali Mohan Rao starring Krishna, Ghattamaneni Ramesh Babu, Radha and Vani Viswanath in the lead roles. The film was produced by G. Satyanarayana for Sri Balaji Films.
Maa Voori Magadu is a 1987 Indian Telugu action drama film starring Krishna Ghattamaneni, Sridevi and Kaikala Satyanarayana in the lead roles alongside an ensemble supporting cast which includes Gollapudi Maruti Rao, Nutan Prasad, Suttivelu and Kota Srinivasa Rao. Scripted by Paruchuri Brothers, directed by K. Bapayya and produced by T. Srinivasa Reddy for Sri Vinay Art Pictures, the film had musical score by Chakravarthy. Released on 30 October 1987, the film is an average fare at the box office.
Inspector Rudra is a 1990 Indian Telugu-language action film written, directed and produced by K. S. R. Das for K. S. R. Das Productions. The film features Krishna Ghattamaneni, Yamuna, Gummadi, Kaikala Satyanarayana and Kota Srinivasa Rao. The film has musical score by Gangai Amaran. The film was a remake of Das's own Kannada film Rudra.
Santhi Nivasam is a 1986 Indian Telugu-language drama film produced by Angara Satyam for Rajalakshmi Movies, directed by Gullapalli Ram Mohan Rao starring Krishna, Suhasini, Radhika Sarathkumar and Kaikala Satyanarayana. Chakravarthi scored and composed the film's soundtrack. The film was declared a flop at the box office.
