In memoriamViswanath’s social commentary and love for classical art are things that can be learned and borrowed, but his deft hand that manoeuvres all these threads into a single tapestry of cohesive beauty belongs to him alone.Courtesy: Wikimedia.Commons/ UttamdabiWhen you are tasked with writing about a man who is a true master at what he did, your hands hover over the keyboard, not knowing where to start. Ever since K Viswanath’s recent demise, social media has been filled with videos of scenes from his 50 films, most of which can be considered masterpieces depending on who you are asking. Viswanath had managed to create a filmography teeming with cinema that tries to teach, without shortchanging the viewer's expectations. You can see his reverence for art in films as early as Kalam Marindi (1972). Films like O Seetha Katha (1974), Siri Siri Muvva (1976), and Seetamahalakshmi (1978) had characters practising some form of art.
- 2/5/2023
- by LakshmiP
- The News Minute
Kasinadhuni Viswanath, an Indian filmmaker known for highlighting social issues, died Feb. 2 in Hyderabad of age-related illnesses. He was 92.
After serving as an assistant director for several years, Viswanath debuted as a director in 1965 with “Pathala Bhairavi.” A glittering career in the Telugu-language film industry followed with highlights including “Kalam Marindi” (1972), “Sarada” (1973), “O Seeta Katha” (1974), “Jeevana Jyoti” (1975), “Siri Siri Muvva” (1976), “Sankarabharanam” (1980), “Saptapadi” (1981), “Sagara Sangamam” (1983), “Swathi Muthyam” (1986), “Sirivennela” (1986), “Swayam Krushi” (1987) and “Aapadbandhavudu” (1992).
Viswanath also enjoyed a career in the Hindi-language film industry with several hit films including “Sargam” (1979), “Kaamchor” (1982), “Shubh Kaamna” (1983), “Jaag Utha Insan” (1984), “Sur Sangam” (1985), “Sanjog” (1985), “Eeshwar” (1989), “Sangeet” (1992) and “Dhanwan” (1993).
During the course of his filmmaking career the themes Viswanath tackled included the Indian caste system, disability, gender discrimination, misogyny, alcoholism and the challenges faced by Indian classical performing art forms.
K. Viswanath, Adurthi Subba Rao
His last film as director was “Subhapradam” (2010). He directed more than 50 films. He won...
After serving as an assistant director for several years, Viswanath debuted as a director in 1965 with “Pathala Bhairavi.” A glittering career in the Telugu-language film industry followed with highlights including “Kalam Marindi” (1972), “Sarada” (1973), “O Seeta Katha” (1974), “Jeevana Jyoti” (1975), “Siri Siri Muvva” (1976), “Sankarabharanam” (1980), “Saptapadi” (1981), “Sagara Sangamam” (1983), “Swathi Muthyam” (1986), “Sirivennela” (1986), “Swayam Krushi” (1987) and “Aapadbandhavudu” (1992).
Viswanath also enjoyed a career in the Hindi-language film industry with several hit films including “Sargam” (1979), “Kaamchor” (1982), “Shubh Kaamna” (1983), “Jaag Utha Insan” (1984), “Sur Sangam” (1985), “Sanjog” (1985), “Eeshwar” (1989), “Sangeet” (1992) and “Dhanwan” (1993).
During the course of his filmmaking career the themes Viswanath tackled included the Indian caste system, disability, gender discrimination, misogyny, alcoholism and the challenges faced by Indian classical performing art forms.
K. Viswanath, Adurthi Subba Rao
His last film as director was “Subhapradam” (2010). He directed more than 50 films. He won...
- 2/3/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
CinemaHours after the news of K Viswanath’s passing came out, actor Kamal Haasan shared a moving handwritten note on Twitter, referring to himself as an “ardent fan” of the legendary Telugu filmmaker.Instagram “Kalathapasvi K Viswanath fully understood the transience of life and immortality of art. Hence, his art will be celebrated beyond his lifetime and reign. Long live his art,” actor Kamal Haasan wrote in a moving, handwritten note on Friday, February 3, in tribute to the late legendary filmmaker K Viswanath. Sharing the note on Twitter with the caption ‘salute to the master’, the actor referred to himself as an “ardent fan” of Viswanath — a five-time national award winner and the recipient of the Dadasaheb Phalke award, the highest recognition in Indian cinema. Viswanath, known for his craftsmanship in skilfully combining realism with commercial viability, passed away at a private hospital in Hyderabad on Thursday, at the age...
- 2/3/2023
- by AkchayaaR
- The News Minute
Chennai, Feb 3 (Ians) Celebrated actor Kamal Haasan has penned a heartfelt note for the late Telugu filmmaker K. Viswanath, who breathed his last on Thursday.
The two had worked on iconic films such as ‘Sagara Sangamam’, ‘Swathi Muthyam’ and ‘Subhasankalpam’, and Kamal Haasan considers Viswanath to be his mentor.
He tweeted: “Salute to a master.” The poignant words, followed by a tribute penned in the actor’s hand, are an indication of his esteem for the legendary director who highlighted Indian art and culture in his movies.
The letter reads: “Kalathapasvi K. Viswanath gaaru fully understood the transcience of life and immortality of art. Hence his art will be celebrated beyond his lifetime and reign. Long live his art. An ardent fan, Kamal Haasan.”
The two had first collaborated for the 1983 movie ‘Sagara Sangamam’, which showcased Kamal Haasan’s classical dance prowess as a proponent of Kuchipudi in Andhra Pradesh.
The two had worked on iconic films such as ‘Sagara Sangamam’, ‘Swathi Muthyam’ and ‘Subhasankalpam’, and Kamal Haasan considers Viswanath to be his mentor.
He tweeted: “Salute to a master.” The poignant words, followed by a tribute penned in the actor’s hand, are an indication of his esteem for the legendary director who highlighted Indian art and culture in his movies.
The letter reads: “Kalathapasvi K. Viswanath gaaru fully understood the transcience of life and immortality of art. Hence his art will be celebrated beyond his lifetime and reign. Long live his art. An ardent fan, Kamal Haasan.”
The two had first collaborated for the 1983 movie ‘Sagara Sangamam’, which showcased Kamal Haasan’s classical dance prowess as a proponent of Kuchipudi in Andhra Pradesh.
- 2/3/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday condoled the death of veteran Telugu filmmaker and Dadasaheb Phalke awardee K .Viswanath, who passed away this morning.
“Saddened by the passing away of Shri K. Viswanath Garu. He was a stalwart of the cinema world, distinguishing himself as a creative and multifaceted director. His films covered various genres and enthralled audiences for decades. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti,” Modi tweeted.
Viswanath passed away in the early hours of Friday. He was 92.
A prolific filmmaker, Viswanath is credited with helming memorable films like Sankarabharanam, Sagar Sangamam and Siri Siri Muvva as well as many Hindi films like Eeshwar, Kaamchor, Sanjog and many others.
He also made films in Tamil.
He was bestowed with the highest cinematic honour of the country, Dadasaheb Phalke award in 2016.
“Saddened by the passing away of Shri K. Viswanath Garu. He was a stalwart of the cinema world, distinguishing himself as a creative and multifaceted director. His films covered various genres and enthralled audiences for decades. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti,” Modi tweeted.
Viswanath passed away in the early hours of Friday. He was 92.
A prolific filmmaker, Viswanath is credited with helming memorable films like Sankarabharanam, Sagar Sangamam and Siri Siri Muvva as well as many Hindi films like Eeshwar, Kaamchor, Sanjog and many others.
He also made films in Tamil.
He was bestowed with the highest cinematic honour of the country, Dadasaheb Phalke award in 2016.
- 2/3/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
Hyderabad, Feb 3 (Ians) Former Vice-President M. Venkaiah Naidu, chief ministers and governors of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh on Friday condoled the death of legendary Telugu filmmaker K. Vishwanath.
Venkaiah Naidu said he was deeply grieved to hear about the demise of the renowned film director. He noted that as a filmmaker, Vishwanath brought depth and dignity to the medium earning global recognition for his movies with a message.
Naidu said Vishwanath who was known as Kalathapasvi raised the status of Telugu cinema and made “us globally popular”.
He conveyed condolences to his family and fans and prayed for his soul to rest in peace.
The former Vice-President pointed out that Vishwanath started his film career as a sound recordist and won the Nandi Award at his first step as a director. “Giving great importance to language, culture and arts, his films portrayed the protagonists in ideal roles and stood as...
Venkaiah Naidu said he was deeply grieved to hear about the demise of the renowned film director. He noted that as a filmmaker, Vishwanath brought depth and dignity to the medium earning global recognition for his movies with a message.
Naidu said Vishwanath who was known as Kalathapasvi raised the status of Telugu cinema and made “us globally popular”.
He conveyed condolences to his family and fans and prayed for his soul to rest in peace.
The former Vice-President pointed out that Vishwanath started his film career as a sound recordist and won the Nandi Award at his first step as a director. “Giving great importance to language, culture and arts, his films portrayed the protagonists in ideal roles and stood as...
- 2/3/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
CondolencesK Viswanath was a recipient of several awards, including the Dadasaheb Phalke and Lifetime Achievement awards.TwitterCondolences poured in for legendary filmmaker and actor K Viswanath who passed away on Thursday night, February 2 due to health related ailments in Hyderabad. He was 92. The director is known for turning movies into blockbusters through his directorial merit. A recipient of several awards, including the Dadasahebh Phalke and Lifetime Achievement award, the director was born in 1930 in Repalle of Andhra Pradesh. The director has made over 50 films in Telugu, Hindi and Tamil cinema since 1965. Some of his notable films include Swathi Muthyam(1985), Swayam Krushi (1987), Sagara Sangamam (1988), Subha Sankalpam(1995) among others. Several actors and politicians are grieving the death of the veteran filmmaker. From actors Kamal Haasan, Chiranjeevi, Mammooty, Radhika, Anil Kapoor, Venkatesh to politicians like former Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu, Andhra Chief Minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy, Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao among others,...
- 2/3/2023
- by RajeswariP
- The News Minute
Hyderabad, Feb 3 (Ians) Legendary Telugu filmmaker K. Vishwanath, who also acted in some Tamil films, has passed away. He was 92.
Vishanath breathed his last at Apollo Hospital in Hyderabad late Thursday. He is survived by two sons and a daughter.
The Dadasaheb Phalke awardee and five-time national award winner was suffering from age-related ailments. He will be cremated on Friday.
Born on February 19, 1930 in Andhra Pradesh’s Guntur district, he directed over 50 films.
Vishwanath was popular for iconic films such as Sankarabharanam, Sagara Sangamam, Swathi Muthyam and Swarna Kamalam. He also acted in Tamil movies like Yaaradi Nee Mohini, Rajapattai, Lingaa and Uttama Villain and shared screen space with the likes of Kamal Haasan, R. Parthiban and Ajith.
In 1992, he was awarded the Padma Shri and in 2016 he was conferred with Dadasaheb Phalke award, the highest honour in India for the film industry. In a career spanning over four decades,...
Vishanath breathed his last at Apollo Hospital in Hyderabad late Thursday. He is survived by two sons and a daughter.
The Dadasaheb Phalke awardee and five-time national award winner was suffering from age-related ailments. He will be cremated on Friday.
Born on February 19, 1930 in Andhra Pradesh’s Guntur district, he directed over 50 films.
Vishwanath was popular for iconic films such as Sankarabharanam, Sagara Sangamam, Swathi Muthyam and Swarna Kamalam. He also acted in Tamil movies like Yaaradi Nee Mohini, Rajapattai, Lingaa and Uttama Villain and shared screen space with the likes of Kamal Haasan, R. Parthiban and Ajith.
In 1992, he was awarded the Padma Shri and in 2016 he was conferred with Dadasaheb Phalke award, the highest honour in India for the film industry. In a career spanning over four decades,...
- 2/3/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
Krishna, a major star in the 1980s Telugu language film industry, has died. He was 79.
Indian media reported that he was taken to hospital in Hyderabad on Monday with severe cardiac problems that needed resuscitation. He died in hospital on Tuesday morning.
In addition to his own career as actor, director and producer over a period of some five decades and 350 films, Krishna is known as the father of current star Mahesh Babu.
Born as Ghattamaneni Siva Rama Krishna Murthy in 1943, Krishna began work in the film industry in 1961 and had his first leading role in 1965’s “Thene Manasulu.”
Drawing of Krishna from son Mahesh Babu’s Gmb Entertainment.
He worked with major directors including Adurthi Subba Rao, V. Madhusudhan Rao, K. Viswanath, Bapu, Dasari Narayana Rao and K. Raghavendra Rao. Among his best-known roles was portrayal of Alluri Sitarama Raju, a freedom fighter in Andhra Pradesh. (This is the...
Indian media reported that he was taken to hospital in Hyderabad on Monday with severe cardiac problems that needed resuscitation. He died in hospital on Tuesday morning.
In addition to his own career as actor, director and producer over a period of some five decades and 350 films, Krishna is known as the father of current star Mahesh Babu.
Born as Ghattamaneni Siva Rama Krishna Murthy in 1943, Krishna began work in the film industry in 1961 and had his first leading role in 1965’s “Thene Manasulu.”
Drawing of Krishna from son Mahesh Babu’s Gmb Entertainment.
He worked with major directors including Adurthi Subba Rao, V. Madhusudhan Rao, K. Viswanath, Bapu, Dasari Narayana Rao and K. Raghavendra Rao. Among his best-known roles was portrayal of Alluri Sitarama Raju, a freedom fighter in Andhra Pradesh. (This is the...
- 11/15/2022
- by Patrick Frater
- Variety Film + TV
Bollywood cinemas has surely made a name in the world for its fabulous performers, cinematography and more than anything stunts that one?cannot miss. Speaking on performers, how can one forget Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Aamir Khan and Amitabh Bachchan, without whom Bollywood would remain incomplete.
But there is a world outside Bollywood and we are absolutely aware of it. They are the South-film industry. An industry that has flourushed over time and has managed to allure the audience with their breath-taking performance, its cinematography and the icons of the industry.
From Rajinikanth to Chiranjeevi, all have made a huge contribution to this date and without them the industry would come to a standstill.
Rajinikanth, for example is someone without whom the south films would never flourish. The megastar has carved a niche in the industry. Started as a bus conductor, the actor rose to fame with his stylish looks and performances.
But there is a world outside Bollywood and we are absolutely aware of it. They are the South-film industry. An industry that has flourushed over time and has managed to allure the audience with their breath-taking performance, its cinematography and the icons of the industry.
From Rajinikanth to Chiranjeevi, all have made a huge contribution to this date and without them the industry would come to a standstill.
Rajinikanth, for example is someone without whom the south films would never flourish. The megastar has carved a niche in the industry. Started as a bus conductor, the actor rose to fame with his stylish looks and performances.
- 10/24/2019
- GlamSham
Sarvam Thaala Mayam Movie Review: Soothingly pious, melodiously heartfelt
Sarvam Thaala Mayam movie review is out. Marking the return of noted cinematographer turned filmmaker Rajiv Menon into direction and his reunion with A.R. Rahman for a musical after eighteen years, which is enough to keep the enthusiast of Rahman and Menon excited. Does Rajiv Menon delivers the magic of Kandukondain Kandukondain (2000) and does the winning combo of Rahman and Menon recreate the magic of music seen and heard in Minsara Kanavu (1997) and Kandukondain Kandukondain?!. Let?s find out in Sarvam Thaala Mayam movie review.
The most astonishing/unique/rare thing about Sarvam Thaala Mayam
After a long time, a movie devoted to Carnatic music told in a soothingly feel good manner that sings the power of music, the divine reach of rhythm with an ode to the Indian tradition of guru and shishya (master and his pupil) with a melodious echo.
Sarvam Thaala Mayam movie review is out. Marking the return of noted cinematographer turned filmmaker Rajiv Menon into direction and his reunion with A.R. Rahman for a musical after eighteen years, which is enough to keep the enthusiast of Rahman and Menon excited. Does Rajiv Menon delivers the magic of Kandukondain Kandukondain (2000) and does the winning combo of Rahman and Menon recreate the magic of music seen and heard in Minsara Kanavu (1997) and Kandukondain Kandukondain?!. Let?s find out in Sarvam Thaala Mayam movie review.
The most astonishing/unique/rare thing about Sarvam Thaala Mayam
After a long time, a movie devoted to Carnatic music told in a soothingly feel good manner that sings the power of music, the divine reach of rhythm with an ode to the Indian tradition of guru and shishya (master and his pupil) with a melodious echo.
- 1/30/2019
- GlamSham
Chennai, March 15: Actor-filmmaker Kamal Haasan will feature in a dual role in upcoming Tamil comedy "Uttama Villain". He will play an eighth century drama actor and a 21st century cinema superstar.
"Kamal will be seen as Uttaman, an 8th century and drama actor and Manoranjan, a 21st century cinema superstar. Andrea Jeremiah will be paired with Manoranjan while Pooja Kumar will play emotionally disturbed princess to Uttaman," read a statement.
The film, which is being directed by Ramesh Arvind, also features K. Vishwanath, K. Balachander, Jayaraman, Parvathi Menon, Oorvasi and M.S Bhaskar.
The film, currently.
"Kamal will be seen as Uttaman, an 8th century and drama actor and Manoranjan, a 21st century cinema superstar. Andrea Jeremiah will be paired with Manoranjan while Pooja Kumar will play emotionally disturbed princess to Uttaman," read a statement.
The film, which is being directed by Ramesh Arvind, also features K. Vishwanath, K. Balachander, Jayaraman, Parvathi Menon, Oorvasi and M.S Bhaskar.
The film, currently.
- 3/15/2014
- by Machan Kumar
- RealBollywood.com
Chennai, Feb 13: Prolific filmmaker Balu Mahendra was a craftsman who narrated emotional dramas with minimum characters and effective visuals for over three decades, won five National Awards and influenced a whole generation of filmmakers with his work.
"He had a knack of letting his visuals speak several emotions. His visuals could create more impact than any lines and words in a film," Veteran filmmaker K. Vishwanath, who roped in Balu as a cinematographer for "Sankarabharanam", told Ians.
Balu died following a heart attack at a private hospital here Thursday, leaving behind a visually rich filmography and an era of.
"He had a knack of letting his visuals speak several emotions. His visuals could create more impact than any lines and words in a film," Veteran filmmaker K. Vishwanath, who roped in Balu as a cinematographer for "Sankarabharanam", told Ians.
Balu died following a heart attack at a private hospital here Thursday, leaving behind a visually rich filmography and an era of.
- 2/13/2014
- by Smith Cox
- RealBollywood.com
Mumbai, Aug 13: Actress Sridevi turned 50 Tuesday. She still has the charm and curves that can give many leading actresses of the Hindi film industry a run for their money. What's more, her critically acclaimed "English Vinglish" last year has proved that her acting skills are yet to turn rusty.
On her birthday, here are her top 10 films that made many go weak in the knees:
* "Jaag Utha Insan" (1984): Though it was "Himmatwala" that launched her into stardom in Bollywood, it was this unsuccessful nugget of a film produced by Rakesh Roshan and directed by the inimitable K. Vishwanath, where Sridevi shone as a temple dancer wooed.
On her birthday, here are her top 10 films that made many go weak in the knees:
* "Jaag Utha Insan" (1984): Though it was "Himmatwala" that launched her into stardom in Bollywood, it was this unsuccessful nugget of a film produced by Rakesh Roshan and directed by the inimitable K. Vishwanath, where Sridevi shone as a temple dancer wooed.
- 8/13/2013
- by Smith Cox
- RealBollywood.com
Chennai, April 22: Akkineni Nagarjuna-starrer Telugu romantic-drama "Greeku Veerudu" has been passed with U/A-certificate by the Censor Board of Film Certification (Cbfc) of India. It is releasing worldwide May 3.
Confirming the same, a source from the film's unit told Ians: "The film has been passed with U/A-certificate with no cuts.
Featuring Nayanthara, Meera Chopra, K. Vishwanath, Brahmanadam, Kota Srinivasa Rao, Sarath Babu and M.S. Narayana, "Greeku Veerudu" is directed by Kondapalli Dasaradh Kumar.
Siva Prasad Reddyhas produced the film, which has music by S.S. Thaman.
Ians...
Confirming the same, a source from the film's unit told Ians: "The film has been passed with U/A-certificate with no cuts.
Featuring Nayanthara, Meera Chopra, K. Vishwanath, Brahmanadam, Kota Srinivasa Rao, Sarath Babu and M.S. Narayana, "Greeku Veerudu" is directed by Kondapalli Dasaradh Kumar.
Siva Prasad Reddyhas produced the film, which has music by S.S. Thaman.
Ians...
- 4/22/2013
- by Anita Agarwal
- RealBollywood.com
Chennai, Feb 10: Veteran Telugu director K. Vishwanath can't stop raving about Kamal Haasan ever since he watched "Vishwaroopam". He feels all the struggle over the film was really worth it.
"He (Kamal) is a multi-faceted artiste and such people are a rarity in our industry. 'Vishwaroopam' is a product of sincere hard work, research and dedication. The film speaks for itself and no wonder people have embraced it," Vishwanath told Ians.
Written, produced and directed by Kamal, Rs.95 crore "Vishwaroopam" managed to mint Rs.5.81 crore on the opening day of release in Tamil Nadu. It released in over 600 screens.
"From the reception.
"He (Kamal) is a multi-faceted artiste and such people are a rarity in our industry. 'Vishwaroopam' is a product of sincere hard work, research and dedication. The film speaks for itself and no wonder people have embraced it," Vishwanath told Ians.
Written, produced and directed by Kamal, Rs.95 crore "Vishwaroopam" managed to mint Rs.5.81 crore on the opening day of release in Tamil Nadu. It released in over 600 screens.
"From the reception.
- 2/10/2013
- by Meeta Kabra
- RealBollywood.com
Movie Review: 'Rajapattai'; Star Cast: Vikram, Deeksha Seth, K Viswanath, Mithra Kurian, Pradeep Rawat; Director: Suseenthiran; Producer: Pvp Cinemas; Music: Yuvan Shankar Raja; Rating - ** - a road unfit to travel.
'Rajapattai', which means 'the path of the king', has turned out to be a poor show in terms of story, script and performances. Director Suseenthiran, known for presenting films with different themes, has failed to impress with his new offering.
The story, script, romance, item song, the characterisation - everything has been poorly conceived and executed. The stunts by Anal Arasu and the cinematography by.
'Rajapattai', which means 'the path of the king', has turned out to be a poor show in terms of story, script and performances. Director Suseenthiran, known for presenting films with different themes, has failed to impress with his new offering.
The story, script, romance, item song, the characterisation - everything has been poorly conceived and executed. The stunts by Anal Arasu and the cinematography by.
- 12/24/2011
- by Diksha Singh
- RealBollywood.com
Mumbai, After the success of "Taare Zameen Par", now Anil Kapoor will be seen as an autistic in his forthcoming movie "Yuvvraaj". "Anil plays elder brother to Salman and Zayed Khan. Subhash Ghai had been meaning to incorporate a physically-psychologically challenged character into his script for a long time. It was Anil who told Subhashji the story idea for 'Yuvvraaj'," a source told Ians.If sources are to be believed Anil's reference point in "Yuvvraaj" is Tom Hanks in "Forrest Gump".This isn't the first time that Anil is playing an autistic role. In K. Vishwanath's "Eeshwar" too he was cast as a slow, saintly man who wins over a village widow. Anil has self-admittedly copied Raj Kapoor in "Eeshwar".Shah Rukh Khan too plays an isolated ...
- 11/14/2008
- Bollywoodworld.com
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