Kasinadhuni Viswanath
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Kasinadhuni Vishwanath is an Indian film director and actor
from Telugu Cinema
. He is a multiple winner of National Film Award and Nandi Award. Viswanath has directed Bollywood
films like Sargam, Kaamchor
, Shubh Kaamna, Jag Utha Insaan, Sanjog (1985 film), Sur Sangam, Eeshwar, Sangeet and Dhanwaan.
Viswanath has directed films like Swathi Muthyam
which was India's official entry to the Oscars for 1986. Swathi Muthyam
and Sagara Sangamam, won Asian Film Awards
for "Best Film" and "Best Actor".Sankarabharanam
and Swayam Krushi
were screened at the Moscow Film Festival. Sankarabharanam
and Sagara Sangamam were screened in the 2009 Indian Panorama section held at International Film Festival of India
.
family and hails from Peddapulivarru, near Repalle
in Andhra Pradesh
, India
.
and later assisted Adurthi Subba Rao
in direction. He also worked as an assistant to director Ramnoth.
He also wished to work as an assistant to K. Balachander
and Bapu
.
He debuted as a director with Aatma Gowravam
, which starred Akkineni Nageswara Rao
. And later followed with Siri Siri Muvva
.
His notable works include Sankarabharanam
('Lord Shankara (shiva)'s Ornament'), Saagara Sangamam
, Srutilayalu
, Sirivennela
('Golden Moonlight'), Swarnakamalam
('Golden Lotus'), and Swathi Kiranam
('A Ray of Talent').
Vishwanath also made films about the social front like Sapthapadhi ('The seven Steps', about the Hindu marriage system and caste system), Swathi Muthyam
, Swayam Krushi
, Subhodayam
, Subhalekha
, Aapathbandhavudu
, Subha Sankalpam
, Swarabhishekam and Subhapradam.
Viswanath also ventured into mainstream acting. His first movie as an actor was Subha Sankalpam
. And later on he did many movies such as Swarabhishekam
which he himself directed and acted and other movies like Pandurangadu, Tagore
, Aadavari Matalaku Ardhalu Verule
and Tamil films like Kuruthipunal
Kakkai Chiraginile, Mugavari, Bhagavathy,Pudiya Geethai and Yaradi Nee Mohini'. He is playing a role in Siva Narayna Teerthan in TTD's Sri Venkateswara Bhakthi Channel (SVBC).
National Film Awards
Nandi Awards
Filmfare Awards
Filmfare Awards South
CineMAA Awards
Actor
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from Telugu Cinema
Telugu cinema
The Cinema of Andhra Pradesh, also referred to as Telugu Cinema or Tollywood, is the Telugu film industry in India. The Telugu language film industry is known for being one of the three largest in terms of no.of films produced yearly in India. The Prasads IMAX theatre in Hyderabad is one of the...
. He is a multiple winner of National Film Award and Nandi Award. Viswanath has directed Bollywood
Bollywood
Bollywood is the informal term popularly used for the Hindi-language film industry based in Mumbai , Maharashtra, India. The term is often incorrectly used to refer to the whole of Indian cinema; it is only a part of the total Indian film industry, which includes other production centers producing...
films like Sargam, Kaamchor
Kaamchor
Kaamchor is a 1982 Hindi movie. Produced by Rakesh Roshan the film is directed by K. Viswanath, a remake of his Telugu film Subhodayam . The film stars Rakesh Roshan, Jaya Prada, Tanuja, Sujit Kumar, Suresh Oberoi, Shreeram Lagoo and Bhagwan Dada...
, Shubh Kaamna, Jag Utha Insaan, Sanjog (1985 film), Sur Sangam, Eeshwar, Sangeet and Dhanwaan.
Viswanath has directed films like Swathi Muthyam
Swathi Muthyam
Swathi Muthyam is a Telugu film directed by K. Viswanath,dubbed and released in tamil as Sippikul Muthu. starring Tamil actor Kamal Haasan and Raadhika. The movie won accolades at the International Asian Film Festival in both "Best Film" and "Best Actor" categories...
which was India's official entry to the Oscars for 1986. Swathi Muthyam
Swathi Muthyam
Swathi Muthyam is a Telugu film directed by K. Viswanath,dubbed and released in tamil as Sippikul Muthu. starring Tamil actor Kamal Haasan and Raadhika. The movie won accolades at the International Asian Film Festival in both "Best Film" and "Best Actor" categories...
and Sagara Sangamam, won Asian Film Awards
Asian Film Awards
The Asian Film Awards are presented annually by the Hong Kong International Film Festival Society to recognize excellence of film professionals in the film industries of Asian cinema.-History:...
for "Best Film" and "Best Actor".Sankarabharanam
Sankarabharanam
Sankarabharanam is a 1979 Telugu film, directed by Dr. K. Vishwanath and produced by Poornodaya Movie Creations. Its music composed by KV Mahadevan was well received and led to the revival of Indian classical music in South India. The film deals with two main issues - decline in popularity of...
and Swayam Krushi
Swayam Krushi
Swayamkrushi is a Telugu movie released on 3 September 1987 . It was made on Poornodaya Movie Creations by Edida Nageshwara Rao and directed by Kasinadhuni Viswanath and had Chiranjeevi act in Kasinadhuni Viswanath's direction for the second time after Subhalekha. It also had Vijayashanti,...
were screened at the Moscow Film Festival. Sankarabharanam
Sankarabharanam
Sankarabharanam is a 1979 Telugu film, directed by Dr. K. Vishwanath and produced by Poornodaya Movie Creations. Its music composed by KV Mahadevan was well received and led to the revival of Indian classical music in South India. The film deals with two main issues - decline in popularity of...
and Sagara Sangamam were screened in the 2009 Indian Panorama section held at International Film Festival of India
International Film Festival of India
The International Film Festival of India , founded in 1952, is one of the most significant film festivals in Asia. Held annually in the beach town of Goa, in the Western Coast of the country, the festival aims at providing a common platform for the cinemas of the world to project the excellence of...
.
Birth
Viswanath was born to Sri Kasinadhuni Subrahmanyam and Smt Kasinadhuni Saraswatamma in a Telugu NiyogiNiyogi
Niyogis are a sect of Hindu Brahmins who gave up priestly occupations and are predominantly Telugu language speakers, from Andhra Pradesh, India.-Theories of origin:...
family and hails from Peddapulivarru, near Repalle
Repalle
Repalle is a town, mandal and a municipality in Guntur district in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. It is located 28 miles south of Guntur.-Geography:Repalle is located at...
in Andhra Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh , is one of the 28 states of India, situated on the southeastern coast of India. It is India's fourth largest state by area and fifth largest by population. Its capital and largest city by population is Hyderabad.The total GDP of Andhra Pradesh is $100 billion and is ranked third...
, India
India
India , officially the Republic of India , is a country in South Asia. It is the seventh-largest country by geographical area, the second-most populous country with over 1.2 billion people, and the most populous democracy in the world...
.
Personal life
Viswanath is married and have three children named Padmavathi, Nagendranath and Ravindranath.Career
Viswanath began his career as a technician in a studio at ChennaiChennai
Chennai , formerly known as Madras or Madarasapatinam , is the capital city of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu, located on the Coromandel Coast off the Bay of Bengal. Chennai is the fourth most populous metropolitan area and the sixth most populous city in India...
and later assisted Adurthi Subba Rao
Adurthi Subba Rao
Adurthi Subba Rao is a prominent old-time director of Telugu & Hindi Films. He also produced few films.-Early life:...
in direction. He also worked as an assistant to director Ramnoth.
He also wished to work as an assistant to K. Balachander
K. Balachander
K. Balachander is an Indian film director, screenwriter and producer. Balachander is known for his distinct film-making style. His films analyse unusual or complicated interpersonal relationships and social themes. He has directed nearly 80 films and has worked in 100 films either as director or...
and Bapu
Bapu
Bapu is a Hindi word for "father." The name Bapu may refer to:Bapu is a surname of Indian origin, originally meaning "A Great Leader". Bapus in northern Gujarat were very prominent farmers as well...
.
He debuted as a director with Aatma Gowravam
Aatma Gowravam
Aatma Gowravam is a 1965 Telugu Drama film produced by Dukkipati Madhusudhana Rao and directed by K. Viswanath. The film is based on the Novel and Story by Yaddanapoodi Sulochana Rani.-The Plot:...
, which starred Akkineni Nageswara Rao
Akkineni Nageswara Rao
Akkineni Nageswara Rao , also known as ANR, is a Telugu cinema actor from Gudivada, Andhra Pradesh. Nageswara Rao has worked in several genres of films in his 70-year acting career, including mythological, social, and drama films...
. And later followed with Siri Siri Muvva
Siri Siri Muvva
Siri Siri Muvva is a 1978 Telugu film from director K. Viswanath, producer Edida Nageshwara Rao, dialogues by Jandhyala. The stars are Jayapradha and Chandra Mohan. The director K...
.
His notable works include Sankarabharanam
Sankarabharanam
Sankarabharanam is a 1979 Telugu film, directed by Dr. K. Vishwanath and produced by Poornodaya Movie Creations. Its music composed by KV Mahadevan was well received and led to the revival of Indian classical music in South India. The film deals with two main issues - decline in popularity of...
('Lord Shankara (shiva)'s Ornament'), Saagara Sangamam
Saagara Sangamam
Sagara Sangamam is a National Award–winning 1983 Telugu film directed by K. Viswanath and produced by Edida Nageshwara Rao, starring Kamal Haasan, Jayaprada, Geetha, Sarath Babu, S. P. Sailaja and Chakri Toleti. The movie was dubbed into Tamil as Salangai Oli...
, Srutilayalu
Srutilayalu
Sruthilayalu or Sruthi Layalu is a Telugu movie based on Indian Classical Music and was released in India in 1987. The movie was directed by K. Viswanath who is known for his presentation in the Classical Arts of the current societal status of India...
, Sirivennela
Sirivennela
Sirivennela is a 1986 Telugu film based on Arts and was released in India in 1986. The movie was directed by K. Viswanath who is known for his presentation in the classical arts in the current societal status of India.-Plot:...
('Golden Moonlight'), Swarnakamalam
Swarnakamalam
Swarna Kamalam or Swarnakamalam is a 1988 critically acclaimed Telugu film written and directed by K. Viswanath. It stars Venkatesh and Bhanupriya in the lead roles. The original soundtrack of the film was composed by Ilayaraja...
('Golden Lotus'), and Swathi Kiranam
Swathi Kiranam
Swathi Kiranam is a 1992 Telugu Musical hit film directed by Dr.K.Viswanath. The movie starred Mammootty, Master Manjunath, and Radhika. The movie is about an egoistic music teacher unable to tolerate the extraordinary talent of his prodigious young disciple.-Plot:The film starts with a shabby old...
('A Ray of Talent').
Vishwanath also made films about the social front like Sapthapadhi ('The seven Steps', about the Hindu marriage system and caste system), Swathi Muthyam
Swathi Muthyam
Swathi Muthyam is a Telugu film directed by K. Viswanath,dubbed and released in tamil as Sippikul Muthu. starring Tamil actor Kamal Haasan and Raadhika. The movie won accolades at the International Asian Film Festival in both "Best Film" and "Best Actor" categories...
, Swayam Krushi
Swayam Krushi
Swayamkrushi is a Telugu movie released on 3 September 1987 . It was made on Poornodaya Movie Creations by Edida Nageshwara Rao and directed by Kasinadhuni Viswanath and had Chiranjeevi act in Kasinadhuni Viswanath's direction for the second time after Subhalekha. It also had Vijayashanti,...
, Subhodayam
Subhodayam
Subhodayam is a 1980 Telugu film directed by K. Viswanath. It is remade in Hindi language as Kaamchor in 1982 starring Rakesh Roshan and Jaya Prada.-Cast:-Soundtrack:* Asathomaa Sadhgamayaa...
, Subhalekha
Subhalekha
Subhalekha is a 1982 Telugu film which stars Chiranjeevi in the lead role and was made by K. Viswanath. It was the first time they worked together; after this success they went on to make two more movies: Swayamkrushi in 1987 and Aapathbandhavudu in 1992...
, Aapathbandhavudu
Aapathbandhavudu
Aapathbandhavudu is a 1992 Telugu film and the third collaboration between actor Chiranjeevi and director K. Viswanath after previous films like Subhalekha and Swayamkrushi...
, Subha Sankalpam
Subha Sankalpam
Subha Sankalpam is a 1995 Telugu-language Indian feature film directed by K. Vishwanath and produced by noted singer, S. P. Balasubrahmanyam. It features Kamal Haasan, Aamani and Priya Raman in the leading roles, with Vishwanath also playing a pivotal role. P. C. Sreeram handled the camera while...
, Swarabhishekam and Subhapradam.
Viswanath also ventured into mainstream acting. His first movie as an actor was Subha Sankalpam
Subha Sankalpam
Subha Sankalpam is a 1995 Telugu-language Indian feature film directed by K. Vishwanath and produced by noted singer, S. P. Balasubrahmanyam. It features Kamal Haasan, Aamani and Priya Raman in the leading roles, with Vishwanath also playing a pivotal role. P. C. Sreeram handled the camera while...
. And later on he did many movies such as Swarabhishekam
Swarabhishekam
Swarabhishekam is a National award-winning Telugu film written and directed by K. Viswanath. He also plays the lead roles, along with Srikanth, Sivaji, and Laya. Music director Vidyasagar won the National Film Award for Best Music Direction.-Plot:...
which he himself directed and acted and other movies like Pandurangadu, Tagore
Tagore (film)
- External links :*http://www.raaga.com/channels/telugu/album/A0000309.html...
, Aadavari Matalaku Ardhalu Verule
Aadavari Matalaku Ardhalu Verule
Aadavari Matalaku Ardhalu Verule is a 2007 Telugu language film, written and directed by Tamil film director Selvaraghavan, making his directorial debut in the Telugu film industry. The film stars Venkatesh and Trisha Krishnan in the lead and Kota Srinivasa Rao and Sriram) in supporting roles...
and Tamil films like Kuruthipunal
Kuruthipunal
Kuruthipunal is a 1995 Tamil drama and action film directed by veteran cinematographer P. C. Sriram. The film stars Kamal Haasan and Arjun in the lead roles, with Nassar playing a pivotal role. Upon release, the film met with a strong critical reception, and is recognized by some to have set high...
Kakkai Chiraginile, Mugavari, Bhagavathy,Pudiya Geethai and Yaradi Nee Mohini'. He is playing a role in Siva Narayna Teerthan in TTD's Sri Venkateswara Bhakthi Channel (SVBC).
Awards and honours
Special honours- Padmashri
- Honorary Doctorate by Potti Sreeramulu Telugu UniversityPotti Sreeramulu Telugu UniversityPotti Sreeramulu Telugu University or simply Telugu University , is one of the few language universities in India.-University:...
National Film Awards
National Film Awards
The National Film Awards is the most prominent film award ceremony in India. Established in 1954, it is administered, along with the International Film Festival of India and the Indian Panorama, by the Indian government's Directorate of Film Festivals since 1973.Every year, a national panel...
- 1980 - National Film Award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome EntertainmentNational Film Award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome EntertainmentThe National Film Award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment winners:1981 to 1984 and 1992, 1986 & 1977 No Award was given....
for SankarabharanamSankarabharanamSankarabharanam is a 1979 Telugu film, directed by Dr. K. Vishwanath and produced by Poornodaya Movie Creations. Its music composed by KV Mahadevan was well received and led to the revival of Indian classical music in South India. The film deals with two main issues - decline in popularity of... - 1982 - Nargis Dutt Award for Best Feature Film on National IntegrationNargis Dutt Award for Best Feature Film on National IntegrationThe Nargis Dutt Award for Best Feature Film on National Integration is a National Film Award - Silver Lotus, given to an Indian feature film director, for the best film relating to National Integration in India.The winners of the Award:-References:...
for Sapthapadhi - 1984 - National Film Award for Best Feature Film in TeluguNational Film Award for Best Feature Film in TeluguThe National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Telugu Cinema winners: The awards received by the films released in the previous year are listed below...
for Saagara SangamamSaagara SangamamSagara Sangamam is a National Award–winning 1983 Telugu film directed by K. Viswanath and produced by Edida Nageshwara Rao, starring Kamal Haasan, Jayaprada, Geetha, Sarath Babu, S. P. Sailaja and Chakri Toleti. The movie was dubbed into Tamil as Salangai Oli... - 1987 - National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Telugu for Swathi MuthyamSwathi MuthyamSwathi Muthyam is a Telugu film directed by K. Viswanath,dubbed and released in tamil as Sippikul Muthu. starring Tamil actor Kamal Haasan and Raadhika. The movie won accolades at the International Asian Film Festival in both "Best Film" and "Best Actor" categories...
- 1990 - National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Telugu forSuthradharuluSuthradharuluSuthradharulu is a 1989 Telugu film directed by K. Viswanath. This film is based on a story against violence shown in a rural background. This message is shown in a Short graphic format as an introduction to the film.-Cast:...
- 2005 - National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Telugu for SwarabhishekamSwarabhishekamSwarabhishekam is a National award-winning Telugu film written and directed by K. Viswanath. He also plays the lead roles, along with Srikanth, Sivaji, and Laya. Music director Vidyasagar won the National Film Award for Best Music Direction.-Plot:...
Nandi Awards
Nandi Awards
The Nandi Awards is the most Prominent award ceremony for Telugu films, Telugu Theater & Television, presented annually in Andhra Pradesh, India. "Nandi" means "bull", the awards being named after the big granite bull at Lepakshi — a cultural and historical symbol of Andhra Pradesh.Nandi...
- 1992: Raghupathi Venkaiah AwardRaghupathi Venkaiah AwardThe Raghupathi Venkaiah Naidu Award is an annual award introduced to recognize people for their lifetime achievements and contributions to the Telugu film industry....
- Lifetime achievement - 1965: Nandi Award for Best Feature Film (Bronze) for Aatma GowravamAatma GowravamAatma Gowravam is a 1965 Telugu Drama film produced by Dukkipati Madhusudhana Rao and directed by K. Viswanath. The film is based on the Novel and Story by Yaddanapoodi Sulochana Rani.-The Plot:...
- 1974: Nandi Award for Best Feature Film (Silver) for O Seeta KathaO Seeta KathaO Seeta Katha was a 1974 Telugu film directed by K. Viswanath. Based on this movie K. Balachandar made "Moondru Mudichu " in tamil starring Kamal Hasan, Rajanikath, and Sridevi and was released on 22 October 1976.-Story:...
- 1983: Nandi Award for Best Feature Film (Bronze) for Sagara Sangamam
- 1986: Nandi Award for Best Feature Film (Gold) for Swathi MuthyamSwathi MuthyamSwathi Muthyam is a Telugu film directed by K. Viswanath,dubbed and released in tamil as Sippikul Muthu. starring Tamil actor Kamal Haasan and Raadhika. The movie won accolades at the International Asian Film Festival in both "Best Film" and "Best Actor" categories...
- 1987: Nandi Award for Best Feature Film (Gold) for Sruthi Layalu
- 1989: Nandi Award for Best Feature Film (Gold) for Swarna Kamalam
- 1990: Nandi Award for Best Feature Film (Bronze) for SuthradharuluSuthradharuluSuthradharulu is a 1989 Telugu film directed by K. Viswanath. This film is based on a story against violence shown in a rural background. This message is shown in a Short graphic format as an introduction to the film.-Cast:...
- 1992: Nandi Award for Best Feature Film (Bronze) for AapathbandhavuduAapathbandhavuduAapathbandhavudu is a 1992 Telugu film and the third collaboration between actor Chiranjeevi and director K. Viswanath after previous films like Subhalekha and Swayamkrushi...
- 1987: Nandi Award for Best DirectorNandi Award for Best DirectorThe Nandi Award for Best Director winners:...
for SrutilayaluSrutilayaluSruthilayalu or Sruthi Layalu is a Telugu movie based on Indian Classical Music and was released in India in 1987. The movie was directed by K. Viswanath who is known for his presentation in the Classical Arts of the current societal status of India...
Filmfare Awards
Filmfare Awards
The Filmfare Awards are presented annually by The Times Group to honour both artistic and technical excellence of professionals in the Hindi language film industry of India. The Filmfare ceremony is one of the oldest and most prominent film events given for Hindi films in India. The awards were...
- 1989: Filmfare Best Story AwardFilmfare Best Story AwardThe Filmfare Award for Best Story is an given by Filmfare as part of its annual Filmfare Awards for Hindi films, to recognise a writer who wrote a film's story.-1950s:* 1955 Mukhram Sharma - Aulad...
for Eeshwar
Filmfare Awards South
Filmfare Awards South
Filmfare Awards South is the South Indian segment of the annual Filmfare Awards, presented by The Times Group to honour both artistic and technical excellence of professionals in the South Indian film industry. The awards are separately given for Kannada, Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam films...
- 1974: Filmfare Best Director Award (Telugu) for O Seeta KathaO Seeta KathaO Seeta Katha was a 1974 Telugu film directed by K. Viswanath. Based on this movie K. Balachandar made "Moondru Mudichu " in tamil starring Kamal Hasan, Rajanikath, and Sridevi and was released on 22 October 1976.-Story:...
- 1975: Filmfare Best Director Award (Telugu) for Jeevana JyothiJeevana JyothiJeevana Jyothi is a 1975 Telugu film directed by K. Vishwanath. It stars Vanisri in a double role as mother and daughter. Shoban Babu is the leading man. The director K...
- 1982: Filmfare Best Director Award (Telugu) for SubhalekhaSubhalekhaSubhalekha is a 1982 Telugu film which stars Chiranjeevi in the lead role and was made by K. Viswanath. It was the first time they worked together; after this success they went on to make two more movies: Swayamkrushi in 1987 and Aapathbandhavudu in 1992...
- 1983: Filmfare Best Director Award (Telugu) for Saagara SangamamSaagara SangamamSagara Sangamam is a National Award–winning 1983 Telugu film directed by K. Viswanath and produced by Edida Nageshwara Rao, starring Kamal Haasan, Jayaprada, Geetha, Sarath Babu, S. P. Sailaja and Chakri Toleti. The movie was dubbed into Tamil as Salangai Oli...
- 1986: Filmfare Best Director Award (Telugu) for Swathi MuthyamSwathi MuthyamSwathi Muthyam is a Telugu film directed by K. Viswanath,dubbed and released in tamil as Sippikul Muthu. starring Tamil actor Kamal Haasan and Raadhika. The movie won accolades at the International Asian Film Festival in both "Best Film" and "Best Actor" categories...
- 1992: Filmfare Best Director Award (Telugu) for AapathbandhavuduAapathbandhavuduAapathbandhavudu is a 1992 Telugu film and the third collaboration between actor Chiranjeevi and director K. Viswanath after previous films like Subhalekha and Swayamkrushi...
CineMAA Awards
CineMAA Awards
The CineMAA Awards are the Telugu Cinema Awards Ceremony of Maa TV in Hyderabad, India. The award was first introduced in 2003. The winners are announced in March. The Awards often change their sponsors, initially starting with Lux.-Best Film:...
- CineMAA Award for Life Time Contribution
Notable Filmography
| Year | Film | Language | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1957 | Todi Kodallu | Telugu | Sound department |
| 1961 | Iddaru Mitrulu Iddaru Mitrulu Iddaru Mitrulu is a 1999 Tollywood film which was directed by K. Raghavendra Rao. This film stars Chiranjeevi, Sakshi Sivanand, and Ramya Krishnan.- Plot :... |
Telugu | Assistant Director |
| 1963 | Chaduvukunna Ammayilu Chaduvukunna Ammayilu Chaduvukunna Ammayilu is a 1963 Telugu film produced by Dukkipati Madhusudhana Rao from Annapurna Pictures and directed by Adurthi Subba Rao. The film is based on the Telugu novel Kaalaatheetha Vyakthulu written by Dr. Sridevi.-The plot:Sujatha is a rich girl and her best friend Vasantha is a... |
Telugu | Screenplay, writer |
| 1963 | Mooga Manasulu Mooga Manasulu Mooga Manasulu or Moogamanasulu is a 1963 Telugu Drama film directed by Adurthi Subba Rao. The film based on the concept of reincarnation. It is ever lasting musical hit film; all the songs are heard even today. They are combined effort of Atreya, K. V. Mahadevan, Ghantasala Venkateswara Rao, P.... |
Telugu | Assistant Director |
| 1964 | Doctor Chakravarthy Doctor Chakravarthy Doctor Chakravarthy is 1964 Telugu film directed by Adurthi Subba Rao starring Akkineni Nageswara Rao and Savitri. The film is based on Chakrabhramanam novel written by Koduri Kausalya Devi. It is the first film to win the Nandi Award instituted by Government of Andhra Pradesh in... |
Telugu | Assistant Director |
| 1965 | Aatma Gowravam Aatma Gowravam Aatma Gowravam is a 1965 Telugu Drama film produced by Dukkipati Madhusudhana Rao and directed by K. Viswanath. The film is based on the Novel and Story by Yaddanapoodi Sulochana Rani.-The Plot:... |
Telugu | Director |
| 1967 | Private Master Private Master Private Master is a 1967 Telugu Drama film directed by Kalatapasvi K. Vishwanath. The Private Master role is played by Rammohan, while Ghattamaneni Krishna acted in a negative role.The film title "Private Master" is an English language one... |
Telugu | Director |
| 1967 | Sudigundalu Sudigundalu Sudigundaalu is a 1967 Telugu film directed by Adurthi Subba Rao and K. Viswanath. It is one of the best movies on contemporary social problems produced by Annapurna Pictures... |
Telugu | Screenplay writer and Director |
| 1968 | Kalisochchina Adrushtam | Telugu | Director |
| 1968 | Undamma Bottu Pedata Undamma Bottu Pedata Undamma Bottu Pedata is a 1968 Telugu drama film directed by K. Viswanath and produced by Babu Movies.It is a musical film with lyrics written by Devulapalli Krishnasastri and score by K. V... |
Telugu | Director |
| 1969 | Nindu Hridayalu | Telugu | Director |
| 1969 | Sabhash Satyam | Telugu | Director |
| 1971 | Chelleli Kapuram Chelleli Kapuram Chelleli Kapuram is 1971 Telugu film directed by Kasinadhuni Viswanath. This is the first movie produced by senior actor Mannava Balayya under the banner of Amrutha films. This film has excellent lyrics and music.-The plot:... |
Telugu | Director |
| 1971 | Chinnanaati Snehithulu | Telugu | Director |
| 1971 | Nindu Dampatulu | Telugu | Director |
| 1972 | Kalam Marindi Kalam Marindi Kaalam Marindi is a 1972 Telugu film directed by K. Viswanath and produced by Vasireddy Prakasam... |
Telugu | Story, Screenplay writer and Director |
| 1973 | Neramu Siksha Neramu Siksha Neramu Siksha is a 1973 Telugu film directed by K. Viswanath. It is written and produced by veteran actor M. Balaiah. It was a big hit and made into Tamil and Hindi languages.-The plot:... |
Telugu | Screenplay, writer and Director |
| 1973 | Sharada Sharada (1973 film) Sharada is a 1973 Telugu Drama film starring Sharada and directed by K. Vishwanath.-The Plot:A psychiatrist visits a small village for a friend's marriage. Everyone thinks they have seen a ghost. The doctor soon finds out the reason. Sarada has lost her sanity over time. Sarada believes him to... |
Telugu | Director |
| 1974 | Amma Manasu | Telugu | Story, Screenplay writer and Director |
| 1974 | O Seeta Katha O Seeta Katha O Seeta Katha was a 1974 Telugu film directed by K. Viswanath. Based on this movie K. Balachandar made "Moondru Mudichu " in tamil starring Kamal Hasan, Rajanikath, and Sridevi and was released on 22 October 1976.-Story:... |
Telugu | Director |
| 1975 | Chinna Nati Kalalu | Telugu | Director |
| 1975 | Jeevana Jyoti | Telugu | Director |
| 1976 | Mangalyaniki Maromudi | Telugu | Screenplay, writer and Director |
| 1976 | Prema Bhandam | Telugu | Director |
| 1977 | Chilanka | Telugu | Director |
| 1977 | Jeevita Nouka | Telugu | Director |
| 1978 | Kaalanthakulu | Telugu | Director |
| 1978 | SeethamaLakshmi | Telugu | Story, Screenplay, writer and Director |
| 1978 | Siri Siri Muvva Siri Siri Muvva Siri Siri Muvva is a 1978 Telugu film from director K. Viswanath, producer Edida Nageshwara Rao, dialogues by Jandhyala. The stars are Jayapradha and Chandra Mohan. The director K... |
Telugu | Story, Screenplay, writer and Director |
| 1979 | President Peramma | Telugu | Director |
| 1979 | Sankarabharanam Sankarabharanam Sankarabharanam is a 1979 Telugu film, directed by Dr. K. Vishwanath and produced by Poornodaya Movie Creations. Its music composed by KV Mahadevan was well received and led to the revival of Indian classical music in South India. The film deals with two main issues - decline in popularity of... |
Telugu | Story writer and Director |
| 1979 | Sargam Sargam (1979 film) Sargam is a 1979 Hindi movie produced by N. N. Sippy. Writer and Director is K Vishwanath. Film is a remake of his earlier Telugu hit Siri Siri Muvva , which starred Jayaprada and made her a star in South India. She made her Hindi film debut with this film, repeating her role of a mute dancer... |
Hindi | Director |
| 1980 | Alludu Pattina Bharatham | Telugu | Director |
| 1981 | Sapthapadi Sapthapadi (film) Sapthapadhi is a National Award winning 1981 Telugu film directed by Kasinadhuni Viswanath.-Trivia:Sapthapadhi is not only about the seven steps that one takes to become a part of the institution of marriage. It is not just about a ritualistic exercise that completes the act of shedding the... |
Telugu | Story, Screenplay writer and Director |
| 1980 | Subhodayam Subhodayam Subhodayam is a 1980 Telugu film directed by K. Viswanath. It is remade in Hindi language as Kaamchor in 1982 starring Rakesh Roshan and Jaya Prada.-Cast:-Soundtrack:* Asathomaa Sadhgamayaa... |
Telugu | Story-writer and Director |
| 1982 | Kaamchor Kaamchor Kaamchor is a 1982 Hindi movie. Produced by Rakesh Roshan the film is directed by K. Viswanath, a remake of his Telugu film Subhodayam . The film stars Rakesh Roshan, Jaya Prada, Tanuja, Sujit Kumar, Suresh Oberoi, Shreeram Lagoo and Bhagwan Dada... |
Hindi | Director |
| 1982 | Subhalekha Subhalekha Subhalekha is a 1982 Telugu film which stars Chiranjeevi in the lead role and was made by K. Viswanath. It was the first time they worked together; after this success they went on to make two more movies: Swayamkrushi in 1987 and Aapathbandhavudu in 1992... |
Telugu | Story, Screenplay, writer and Director |
| 1983 | Saagara Sangamam Saagara Sangamam Sagara Sangamam is a National Award–winning 1983 Telugu film directed by K. Viswanath and produced by Edida Nageshwara Rao, starring Kamal Haasan, Jayaprada, Geetha, Sarath Babu, S. P. Sailaja and Chakri Toleti. The movie was dubbed into Tamil as Salangai Oli... |
Telugu | Story-writer and Director |
| 1983 | Shubh Kaamna | Hindi | Director |
| 1984 | Janani Janmabhoomi | Telugu | Story, Screenplay writer and Director |
| 1985 | Jaag Utha Insan | Hindi | Director |
| 1985 | Sanjog Sanjog Sanjog may refer to:*Sanjog , Bollywood movie from 1971*Sanjog , Pakistani organisation... |
Hindi | Director |
| 1985 | Sur Sangam | Hindi | Director |
| 1985 | Swathi Muthyam Swathi Muthyam Swathi Muthyam is a Telugu film directed by K. Viswanath,dubbed and released in tamil as Sippikul Muthu. starring Tamil actor Kamal Haasan and Raadhika. The movie won accolades at the International Asian Film Festival in both "Best Film" and "Best Actor" categories... |
Telugu | Story, Screenplay, writer and Director |
| 1986 | Sirivennela Sirivennela Sirivennela is a 1986 Telugu film based on Arts and was released in India in 1986. The movie was directed by K. Viswanath who is known for his presentation in the classical arts in the current societal status of India.-Plot:... |
Telugu | Story, Screenplay, writer and Director |
| 1987 | Srutilayalu Srutilayalu Sruthilayalu or Sruthi Layalu is a Telugu movie based on Indian Classical Music and was released in India in 1987. The movie was directed by K. Viswanath who is known for his presentation in the Classical Arts of the current societal status of India... |
Telugu | Story, Screenplay, writer and Director |
| 1987 | Swayamkrushi | Telugu | Story, Screenplay, writer and Director |
| 1988 | Sangeeta Sangamam | Malayalam | Director |
| 1988 | Swarna Kamalam | Telugu | Story, Screenplay, writer and Director |
| 1989 | Eeshwar | Hindi | Story, Screenplay, writer and Director |
| 1990 | Suthradharulu Suthradharulu Suthradharulu is a 1989 Telugu film directed by K. Viswanath. This film is based on a story against violence shown in a rural background. This message is shown in a Short graphic format as an introduction to the film.-Cast:... |
Telugu | Story, Screenplay, writer and Director |
| 1992 | Aapathbandhavudu Aapathbandhavudu Aapathbandhavudu is a 1992 Telugu film and the third collaboration between actor Chiranjeevi and director K. Viswanath after previous films like Subhalekha and Swayamkrushi... |
Telugu | Story, Screenplay, writer and Director |
| 1992 | Sangeet | Hindi | Director |
| 1992 | Swathi Kiranam Swathi Kiranam Swathi Kiranam is a 1992 Telugu Musical hit film directed by Dr.K.Viswanath. The movie starred Mammootty, Master Manjunath, and Radhika. The movie is about an egoistic music teacher unable to tolerate the extraordinary talent of his prodigious young disciple.-Plot:The film starts with a shabby old... |
Telugu | Story, Screenplay, writer and Director |
| 1993 | Dhanwaan Dhanwan (1993 film) Dhanwan is a 1993 Indian romance film directed by K. Vishwanath.- Synopsis :Kashinath and Imli are childhood sweethearts and everyone expects them to marry. Then comes rich, wealthy, and sickly Anjali Chopra into Kashinath's life, and then everything changes... |
Hindi | Director |
| 1995 | Subha Sankalpam Subha Sankalpam Subha Sankalpam is a 1995 Telugu-language Indian feature film directed by K. Vishwanath and produced by noted singer, S. P. Balasubrahmanyam. It features Kamal Haasan, Aamani and Priya Raman in the leading roles, with Vishwanath also playing a pivotal role. P. C. Sreeram handled the camera while... |
Telugu | Actor and Director |
| 1995 | Vajram Vajram Vajram is a 2004 Malayalam drama film written by Dennis Joseph and directed by Pramod Pappan. It starred Mammootty in the lead role and Master Mithun played another important role.-Plot:... |
Telugu | Actor: |
| 1996 | Kuruthipunal Kuruthipunal Kuruthipunal is a 1995 Tamil drama and action film directed by veteran cinematographer P. C. Sriram. The film stars Kamal Haasan and Arjun in the lead roles, with Nassar playing a pivotal role. Upon release, the film met with a strong critical reception, and is recognized by some to have set high... |
Tamil | Actor: Sreenivasan |
| 1997 | Chinnabbayi | Telugu | Director |
| 2000 | Mugavaree | Tamil | Actor |
| 2001 | Ninnu Choodalani | Telugu | Actor: Siva Reddy |
| 2002 | Nee Sneham Nee Sneham Nee Sneham is a 2002 film directed by Paruchuri Murali and produced by M S Raju . The film stars Uday Kiran, Aarti Agarwal and Jatin Grewal. The film was a moderate hit and well received by family groups. The screenplay and music tracks of the movie are highlights and stud for the movie success... |
Telugu | Actor: Grandfather of Amrutha |
| 2002 | Nuvvu Leka Nenu Lenu Nuvvu leka nenu lenu Nuvvu leka Nenu Lenu is a very successful Telugu film starring Tarun, Arthi Agrawal, Laya, Sharath Babu, Chanra Mohan and Radha Kumari.This film was released on January 14, 2002. It was released with high expecationed films like Naga and Takkari Donga. Everyone expected this may not stand and... |
Telugu | Actor |
| 2002 | Rifles | Telugu | Actor: |
| 2002 | Santosham | Telugu | Actor: Ramachandraiah |
| 2003 | Anbe Sivam Anbe Sivam Anbe Sivam is a 2003 Tamil drama film directed by Sundar C and written by Kamal Hassan. The film stars Kamal Hassan and R. Madhavan. The music is composed by Vidyasagar.... |
Tamil | Actor: |
| 2003 | Tagore Tagore (film) - External links :*http://www.raaga.com/channels/telugu/album/A0000309.html... |
Telugu | Actor: Chief Minister |
| 2004 | Lakshmi Narasimha Lakshmi Narasimha Lakshmi Narasimha is a Telugu film which stars Balakrishna, Asin Thottumkal, Prakash Raj, and K. Viswanath. Jayant Paranji directed this film. It is a remake of the 2003 Tamil hit, Saamy... |
Telugu | Actor: Father of Lakshmi Narasimha |
| 2004 | Swarabhishekam Swarabhishekam Swarabhishekam is a National award-winning Telugu film written and directed by K. Viswanath. He also plays the lead roles, along with Srikanth, Sivaji, and Laya. Music director Vidyasagar won the National Film Award for Best Music Direction.-Plot:... |
Telugu | Actor, Story, Screenplay writer and Director |
| 2005 | Andhrudu Andhrudu Andhrudu is a 2005 Telugu film released on 19 August 2005 and was directed by Paruchuri Murali. It starred Gopichand, Gowri Pandit, K. Viswanath, Sayaji Shinde, and many others. Kalyani Malik, brother of M.M. Keeravani, scored music for the film. The film was also dubbed into tamil as "Ivanthanda... |
Telugu | Actor: Father of Surendra |
| 2005 | Athadu Athadu - Awards :Nandi Awards* Best Actor - Mahesh Babu* Best Dialogue Writer - Trivikram SrinivasFilmfare Awards* Best Director - Trivikram SrinivasSantosham Film Awards* Best Film - M. Rammohan-Release:The film was released with 6 prints in U.S.A... |
Telugu | Actor: CBI Officer |
| 2005 | Gowtam SSC Gowtam SSC Gowtam SSC is a 2005 Telugu-language movie directed by P A Arun Prasad. Navdeep, Sindhu Tolani, Bhanupriya played the lead roles. Music is by Anoop Rubens. Dialogues are by Ramesh and Gopi, cinematography by J Siva Kumar. Sirivennela and CC Reddy penned the lyrics.-Plot:Goutham is the last son of... |
Telugu | Actor: |
| 2007 | Aadavari Matalaku Ardhalu Verule Aadavari Matalaku Ardhalu Verule Aadavari Matalaku Ardhalu Verule is a 2007 Telugu language film, written and directed by Tamil film director Selvaraghavan, making his directorial debut in the Telugu film industry. The film stars Venkatesh and Trisha Krishnan in the lead and Kota Srinivasa Rao and Sriram) in supporting roles... |
Telugu | Actor: Grandfather of Keerthi |
| 2008 | Pandurangadu | Telugu | Actor: Father of Pundarika |
| 2009 | Yaaradi Nee Mohini Yaaradi Nee Mohini Yaaradi Nee Mohini is a 2008 Tamil family drama film directed by Mithran Jawahar. The film, remake of the 2007 Telugu hit film Aadavari Matalaku Ardhalu Verule, directed by Selvaraghavan that starred Venkatesh and Trisha Krishnan, stars Dhanush, Selvaraghavan's brother, and Nayantara in lead roles,... |
Tamil | Actor: Grandfather of Keerthi |
| 2010 | Subhapradam | Telugu | Director |
| 2011 | Mr.Perfect | Telugu | Grandfather of Tapsee |
External links
- http://www.asianage.com/dance/meaning-movement-323
- http://www.hindu.com/2010/07/25/stories/2010072561110500.htm
- http://www.hindu.com/fr/2005/07/22/stories/2005072201430300.htm