Ruthuragalu

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Ruthuragalu
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Genre Drama
Story by Yaddanapudi Sulochana Rani
Directed byManjula Naidu
Sudhakar Pallamala
Starring Roopa Devi
Rajeev Kanakala
Sameer
Prabhakar
Preeti Nigam
Vinod Bala
Maharshi Raghava
Raja
Singampalli Sruthi Dilip Kumar Salvadi
Theme music composerBunty-Ramesh [1]
Opening theme"Vasantha Sameeram la" sung by Bunty and Sunitha
Country of originIndia
Original languageTelugu
No. of seasons1
No. of episodes582
Production
ProducerManjula Naidu
Production locations Hyderabad, India
Running time17–20 minutes
Production companySashank Televisions
Original release
Network DD Saptagiri
Release1997 (1997) –
2000 (2000)

Ruthuragalu is an Indian Telugu-language drama television series that aired on DD 8 (now DD Saptagiri) from 1997 to 2000, with a total of 582 episodes. Directed by Manjula Naidu and Sudhakar Pallamala, and produced by Manjula Naidu, [2] [3] the series was based on a story by Yaddanapudi Sulochana Rani. [3] It is regarded as one of the earliest daily soap operas in Telugu television, airing on weekdays at 4:30 PM. [2]

Contents

The series revolves around the interconnected lives of several families, highlighting their relationships, struggles, and moral conflicts. The show received recognition for its narrative and character development and achieved significant viewership during its run. [4] The title song, "Vasantha Sameeram la," gained popularity. [2] It also provided a platform for actors like Rajeev Kanakala, Preeti Nigam, and Prabhakar, who later gained prominence. [5] [6] The show contributed to establishing Manjula Naidu as a leading figure in Telugu television. [2]

Premise

The show portrays the lives of multiple interconnected families, highlighting their relationships, personal challenges, and moral conflicts. It addresses themes such as love, betrayal, and redemption, set within the context of familial and societal tensions. The storyline unfolds through various dramatic developments, focusing on the complexities of human relationships and their resilience in the face of adversity.

Cast

Production

The series was directed by Manjula Naidu and Sudhakar Pallamala, with Sashank Televisions serving as the production house. [17] Roopa Devi, known for her roles in acclaimed art films like Daasi (1988), played a lead character in the serial.

Ravi Teja, who later rose to prominence as a major film star, reportedly appeared in the series during the early stages of his career in an episodic role. [16]

Sri Divya made her first appearance on camera at the age of three in Ruthuragalu. She was discovered by director Manjula Naidu at a dance performance by her elder sister. Initially, Sri Divya was set to appear in only a few episodes, but her role was extended due to the positive audience response. [14]

Music

The opening theme song, "Vasantha Sameeram la", was composed by Bunty-Ramesh, [18] with vocals by Bunty and Sunitha. [17] The lyrics were written by Balabhadrapatruni Madhu. [18] The serial is noted for its title song, which was frequently heard during its evening telecasts. [2] [5]

Release

Ruthuragalu premiered on 15 December 1997, airing Monday to Friday at 4:30 PM. [19] The series ran until September 2000, completing a total of 582 episodes. Initially, it was re-telecast at 8:30 PM on the same day, although this re-broadcast was discontinued after some time. [19]

Reception

Ruthuragalu received audience and critical acclaim for its narrative and well-defined characters. [4] The show attracted a significant audience during its run. [2]

Awards

Source: [4]

YearName of Organization
2001Millennium Awards
2000Osmania University Cultural Association
2000Vasavi Vartha
2000Kalanilayam
2000Supraja Kala Bharati
2000Tirupathi Chamber Award
2000AP Film Cine Circle Amarajeevita Award
1999Akasavani TV awards
1999Vartha - Vasavi TV Award

Legacy

Ruthuragalu is regarded as a notable show in Telugu television history, being one of the first daily soap operas in the language and introducing a new format of storytelling. The show's narrative and characters were well-received and contributed to the evolution of daily serials in Telugu television, showcasing the potential of regional television as a medium for storytelling. [2]

The serial also served as a career breakthrough for several actors, including Rajeev Kanakala, Roopa Devi, Preeti Nigam, Prabhakar, and Singampalli Sruthi. [20] Preeti Nigam, who portrayed Haritha, later married her co-star Nagesh Karra, who played Harish in the series. [5] [9] Similarly, Singampalli Sruthi married her co-star Madhusudhan, who also appeared in the show. [13] [8] Both Nigam and Prabhakar acknowledged the serial's role in shaping their professional journeys. [6]

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