Telugu Film Icon Chittajallu Krishnaveni Passes Away at 100
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Synopsis
The passing of veteran actress Chittajallu Krishnaveni at 100 marks a significant loss for Telugu cinema. Known for her influential roles and for introducing stars like NTR, she left an indelible mark on the industry, earning accolades and shaping future generations.
Key Takeaways
- Chittajallu Krishnaveni was a pivotal figure in Telugu cinema.
- She introduced talents such as NTR and Ghantasala Venkateswara Rao.
- She received the Raghupathi Venkaiah Award in 2004.
- Krishnaveni also contributed as a playback singer.
- She guided her daughter into film production.
Mumbai, Feb 16 (NationPress) Legendary actress Chittajallu Krishnaveni, renowned for her contributions to Telugu cinema, has sadly passed away at the remarkable age of 100 due to complications related to aging.
The esteemed actress took her last breath at her home on Sunday. Krishnaveni is celebrated for her diverse roles and unwavering commitment to the Telugu film industry. She played a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of Telugu cinema, featuring in numerous iconic films that are still cherished by movie lovers and introducing talents like NTR and Ghantasala Venkateswara Rao.
She was instrumental in casting Akkineni Nageswara Rao in Keelugurram and was a producer of many Telugu films. Additionally, she directed the Kannada film Bhakta Kumbhara featuring Rajkumar.
In recognition of her significant impact on Telugu cinema, she received the Raghupathi Venkaiah Award in 2004. Besides acting, she also made her mark as a playback singer, leaving a lasting legacy in the industry. Her demise has plunged the film community into deep mourning.
Originally from Pangidi, located in the West Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh, Krishnaveni began her career as a drama artist before venturing into films. She debuted with the movie Anasuya as a child artist.
Her father, Krishna Rao, was a physician. In 1939, she relocated to Chennai, where she received numerous acting offers in Telugu films as well as in other languages like Tamil. She married a zamindar from Mirzapuram in the same year and became involved in production and filmmaking at her husband's Sobhanachala Studios in Chennai.
Krishnaveni made history by being the first to lend her voice to Jo Achyutananda Jojo Mukunda, marking the inaugural performance of an Annamayya Keerthana on the Telugu silver screen.
Her legacy also continued through her daughter, N. R. Anuradha, whom she guided into film production.
