Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao, commonly known as N.T. Rama Rao or NTR, was a legendary Indian actor, filmmaker, and politician. He was born on May 28, 1923, in Nimmakuru, Andhra Pradesh (now in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, India), and he passed away on January 18, 1996.
NTR is primarily celebrated for his contributions to the Telugu film industry. He was an iconic actor and is often referred to as one of the greatest actors in Indian cinema. His acting career spanned several decades, during which he appeared in over 300 Telugu films.
He gained immense popularity for his roles in mythological, historical, and social-themed movies. Some of his notable films include “Maya Bazaar,” “Pathala Bhairavi,” “Lava Kusa,” and “Dana Veera Sura Karna.” His portrayal of mythological characters like Lord Krishna and Lord Rama earned him a dedicated fan following.
Apart from his film career, NTR ventured into politics and founded the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) in 1982. He became the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh three times, serving from 1983 to 1989, from 1989 to 1994, and briefly in 1995. His political journey was marked by his charisma and appeal to the masses.
N.T. Rama Rao’s influence in both the film and political arenas made him an iconic figure in the history of Andhra Pradesh and Telugu-speaking regions. His legacy continues to be celebrated and remembered by people who admire his contributions to cinema and politics.
| Name | N .T. Rama Rao (Sr NTR) |
|---|---|
| Also Known as | N .T. Rama Rao |
| Date of Birth | 28/05/1923 |
| Date of Death | 18/01/1996 |
| Birth Place | Nimmakuru, Andhra Pradesh, India |
| Current Residence | Hyderabad ,Telangana, India |
| Religion | Hindu |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Father | Nandamuri Lakshmaih |
| Mother | Vankata Ramamma |
| Sibling | N. Trivikrama Rao |
| Spouse | Lakshmi Parvathi |
| Children | Nandamuri Ramakrishna Sr, Nandamuri Jayakrishna, Nandamuri Saikrishna, Nandamuri Harikrishna, Nandamuri Mohanakrishna, Nandamuri Balakrishna, Nandamuri Ramakrishna Jr, Nandamuri Jayashankar, Daggubati Purandeswari, Nara Bhuvaneswari, Garapti Lokeswari, Kantamaneni Uma |
| Marriage Date | 22/09/1993 |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor of Arts |
| College (s) | SRR & CVR College |
| School (s) | Municipal school , Vijayawada |
| Debut Movies | |
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| Language | Movie Name |
| Tollywood | Mana Desam |
| Awards List | ||||
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| Year | Award | Category | Movie Name | |
| 1954 | National Film Award | Certificate of Merit for Best Feature Film in Telugu | Thodu Dongalu | |
| 1960 | Natioal Film Award | Certificate of Merit for Best Feature Film in Telugu | Sita Rama Kalyanam | |
| 1968 | Padma Shri | |||
| 1968 | National Film Award | National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Telugu | Varakatnam | |
| 1972 | Filmfare awards | Best Actor | Badi Panthulu | |
| 1974 | Nandi Award | Best Story Writer | Tatamma Kala | |
| 1978 | Honorary Doctorate | |||
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