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Actor
Gender
Male
Birthday
19 February
Location
Andhra Pradesh, India
Edit pageK. Viswanath
Biography
Kasinadhuni Viswanath, popularly known as K. Viswanath, is a legendary Indian film director, screenwriter, and actor, celebrated for his contributions to Telugu cinema. He was born on February 19, 1930, in Repalle, Andhra Pradesh. With a deep love for the arts, particularly music and dance, Viswanath’s films often revolve around cultural themes, classical arts, and social issues.
Career:
Viswanath began his film career in the early 1960s as an assistant director before making his directorial debut with “Sankarabharanam” (1980), a landmark film that won him critical acclaim and helped popularize classical music in mainstream cinema.
Over his career spanning several decades, K. Viswanath directed numerous films, many of which are regarded as classics. His signature style blends music, dance, and social commentary, often focusing on human values, family bonds, and cultural heritage. Some of his notable films include:
Sankarabharanam (1980)
Sagara Sangamam (1983)
Swathi Muthyam (1986)
Sutradharulu (1989)
Swarnakamalam (1988)
Many of his films have been screened at international film festivals and have won National Film Awards and state awards. Viswanath also played a key role in mentoring actors and technicians in the industry.
Awards and Recognition:
Dadasaheb Phalke Award (2017) – India’s highest award in cinema
Multiple National Film Awards and Nandi Awards
Padma Shri (1992) and Padma Bhushan (2017) for his contributions to Indian arts
Actor
Aadavari Matalaku Arthale Verule as Grandfather
Kalisundam Raa as Veera Venkata Raghavaiah