January 2008 ~ Early Tollywood

1.31.2008

personal Profile (Personal Biography)
Original Name: Divya Om Prakash Bharti
Date of Birth (Birthday): 25 February, 1974
Date of Death: 5-4-93
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Height: 5'4"
Weight: 52 Kg
Hair Color: Black
Birth Place: Bombay
Languages: Hindi, English
Hobbies: Watching TVFamily Background
Father's Name: Om Prakash
Mother's Name: Meeta
Spouse: Sajid Nadiadwala
Film Background (Filmography)
Debut Film: VishwatmaFamous Movies: Shatranj, Rang, Kshatriya, Andha Insaaf, Tholi Muddhu, Geet, Dil Aashna Hai, Dushman Zamana, Balwaan, Deewana, Vishwatma, Shola Aur Shabnam, Dil Ka Kya Kasoor, Dharma Kshetram, Dil Hi To Hai, Rowdy Alludu, Bobbili Raja
Other Facts: Was discovered by direcctor Kirti Kumar around 1988 in a Mumbai Video Library

Divya Bharti's (born 25 February 1974, died 5 April 1993) real name was Divya Om Prakash Bharti. Her mother's name was Meeta and father was Om Prakash. She was married to Sajid Nadiadwala, a Hindi film producer from 1992 until her death.

She recieved a FilmFare Award (1992) for Fresh New Face.

She starred in 18 films. She made her debut at the age of 16 in a South Indian film called Bobbili Raja (1990) made by Gopal B. This movie was dubbed in Hindi as Rampur ka Raja.

Her Hindi films included [[Deewana],Vishwatma,Shola Aur Shabnam and Dil Ka Kya Kasoor.

The actress slipped and fell from the window-sill of her husband's fifth floor flat at Tulsi Apartments in Versova (Mumbai) early on the morning of April 5. Apparently, she was drunk. Many believe she was murdered because she knew too much.

She was well loved for her childlike behaviour and the almost angelic quality of her face.

Plenty of histrionics followed her death. Her husband was admitted to Copper Hospital after he collapsed on hearing of her death. He fainted again after lighting her funeral pyre. Her father suffered a mild heart attack after he heard of her death.

Sajid Nadiadwala is suspected to have underworld links and has come under the scanner several times. In 2005 he was fighting allegations of underworld links once again after his film ‘Har Dil Jo Pyar Karega’ was listed as one of the films financed by Abu Salem. He is a close friend of the controversial Salman Khan.

Nadiadwala is also a distant cousin of actress Tabu. After Divya's death a romance developed between the two and at one point she was seriously contemplating marrying him.

Nadiadwala is now married to Warda Khan and the couple have a son called Shubhaan.

About 500 people attended the funeral of the then youngest heroine of the silver screen, including Anil Kapoor, Amrish Puri, Raj Babbar, Yash Chopra, Jimmy Nirula, Sudhakar Bokade, Mukesh Duggal, Raza murad, Vikas Anand, Ram Mohan, Javed Khan, Raj Kanwar, Nitin Manmohan and Pehlaj Nehlani, maker of her first hit, Shola aur Shabnam.

A large number of film personalities, including Hema Malini, Karishma Kapoor, Sangeeta Bijlani, Chandni, Manisha Koirala and Asha Parekh, offered condolences to the bereaved family members at their residence.

Trivia:
At the time of her death she was meant to do films including. Mohra, Laadla
Filmography
Jump to filmography as: Actress, Thanks, Archive Footage
Actress:

1. Shatranj (1993) .... Renu
2. Rang (1993) .... Kajal Malhotra
3. Kshatriya (1993) .... Tanvi Singh (Ganga Singh's daughter)
4. Andha Insaaf (1993)
5. Tholi Muddhu (1993)
6. Geet (1992) (as Divya Bharti) .... Neha
7. Dil Aashna Hai (...The Heart Knows) (1992) (as Divya Bharti) .... Laila/Sitara
8. Dushman Zamana (1992)
9. Balwaan (1992) .... Priya
10. Deewana (1992) .... Kaajal
11. Jaan Se Pyaara (1992) .... Sharmila
12. Vishwatma (1992) .... Kusum
13. Shola Aur Shabnam (1992) .... Divya Thapa
14. Dil Ka Kya Kasoor (1992) .... Seema/Shalini Saxena
15. Dharma Kshetram (1992) .... Balakrishna
16. Dil Hi To Hai (1992) .... Bharati
17. Rowdy Alludu (1991)
18. Bobbili Raja (1990) .... Heroine

Thanks:

1. Har Dil Jo Pyar Karega... (2000) (in fond memory of)
2. Jeet (1996) (in fond memory of)
3. Andolan (1995) (in fond memory of)
4. Rang (1993) (in memory of)

Archive Footage:

1. Har Dil Jo Pyar Karega... (2000) .... Herself
2. Jeet (1996) .... Herself (dedication)
3. Andolan (1995) .... Herself - Dedication

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NIROSHA

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B GOPAL

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BABY SHAMILI

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BABY SHALINI

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TANIKELLA BHARANI

Tanikella Bharani is a multi-faceted actor in Tollywood. He is a playwright, a dialogue writer and an actor. He worked in around 320 films.

He did stage-plays in the mid 70s and during this time he made acquaintance with Rallapalli, a Tollywood actor. With his help Bharani started writing small dialogues and stage scenes. Later, he took a diploma in Theatre arts. As per Rallapalli's advice he moved to Chennai and for the first time, he wrote dialogues for the film "Kanchu Kavacham" in 1984. And with the release of the film Shiva, he received much recognition and his character Nanaji impressed the whole audience in Andhra Pradesh.

Bharani is married to Bhavani and has a son, Maha Tej and a daughter, Soundarya Lahari.

Filmography
Jump to filmography as: Actor, Writer
Actor:

1. Kalloori (2007) (as Bharani) .... Ramesh
2. Chirutha (2007) .... Venkateswara Rao
3. Munna (2007)
4. Classmates (2007)
5. Dhee (2007)
6. Jagadam (2007)
7. Okkadunnadu (2007) .... PA to central finance minister
8. Anumanaspadam (2007)
9. Annavaram (2006)
10. Bhagyalakshmi Bumper Draw (2006)
11. Tata Birla Madhyalo Laila (2006) .... Gajapathi
12. Bommarillu (2006) .... Kotiswara Rao
13. Amma Cheppindi (2006)
14. Godavari (2006) .... Captain Chinthamani
15. Bangaram (2006)
16. Happy (2006)
17. Jai Chiranjeeva (2005) .... Visa Consultant
18. Athadu (2005) .... Naidu
19. Nuvvostanante Nenoddantana (2005) .... Kantepudi Srinivasa Rao
20. Balu (2005)
21. Allari Bullodu (2005)
22. Subhash Chandra Bose (2005)
23. Swarabhishekam (2004)
24. Sye (2004)
25. Mr & Mrs Sailaja Krishna Murthy (2004)
26. Gudumba Shankar (2004)
27. Gowri (2004)
28. Samba (2004) .... Father of Nandu
29. Malliswari (2004)
30. Grahanam (2004) .... Shastry
31. Satyam (2003) .... Lyricist
32. Dongodu (2003)
33. Donga Ramudu & Party (2003)
34. Vasantham (2003)
35. Missamma (2003)
36. Ammulu (2003)
37. Gangotri (2003)
38. Kabaddi Kabaddi (2003)
39. Pellam Oorelithe (2003)
40. Manmadhudu (2002) .... Abhiram's uncle
41. Avunu Valliddaru Ishtapaddaru (2002)
42. Indra (2002) .... Valmiki
43. Takkari Donga (2002) .... Panasa's uncle
44. Family Circus (2001)
45. Love Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega (2001) .... Dakshina Murthy
46. Sri Manjunatha (2001) .... Bhrungi
47. Budget Padmanabham (2001) .... Vaddeela Reddy
48. Mrugaraaju (2001)
49. Apparao Ki Oka Nela Thappindi (2001)
50. Tiladaanam (2001)
51. Nagadevathe (2000)
52. Main Tere Pyaar Mein Pagal (1999)
53. Paradesi (1998) .... Rayudu
54. Maavidakulu (1998)
55. Mama Bagunnavaa? (1997)
56. Pelli Sandadi (1997)
57. Maavichiguru (1996)
58. Deyyam (1996)
59. Subhamasthu (1995)
60. Big Boss (1995)
61. Gharana Bullodu (1995)
62. Ghatotkachudu (1995) .... Thota Ramudu
63. Linga Babu Love Story (1995)
64. Money Money (1995) .... Manikyam & Lawyer
65. Sogasu Chooda Tharamaa! (1995)
66. Aame (1994) .... Pattabhi
67. Shubhalagnam (1994)
68. Yamaleela (1994) .... Thota Ramudu
69. Gaayam (1993) .... Lawyer saab
70. Mathru Devo Bhava (1993) .... Killer
71. Money (1993) .... Manikyam
72. Pekata Paparao (1993)
73. Prema Chitram Pelli Vichitram (1993)
74. Balarama Krishnulu (1992)
75. Appula Appa Rao (1991) .... Chilipi Donga
76. Seetharamaiah Gari Manavaralu (1991)
77. Jagadeka Veerudu Attilokasundari (1990)
78. Shiva (1989/I) (as Bharani) .... Nanaji
79. Chettu Kinda Pleader (1989) .... Paata samanla vaadu
80. Swara Kalpana (1989)
81. Sri Kanaka Mahalakshmi Recording Dance Troupe (1987) .... Dora Babu

Writer:

1. Gaayam (1993) (dialogue)
2. Chettu Kinda Pleader (1989) (dialogue)
3. Swara Kalpana (1989) (dialogue)
4. Varasudochhadu (1988) (dialogue)
5. Sri Kanaka Mahalakshmi Recording Dance Troupe (1987) (dialogue)
6. Anveshana (1985) (writer)
7. Ladies Tailor (1985) (dialogue)

1.28.2008

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SRILAKSHMI

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SEETHA PARTHIBAN

Seetha has worked with some of the leading stars of the South Indian cinema. Her focus is now in small screen. She is synonymous with the success of the soap opera "Penn". Seetha talks about her career in cinema.
Till now I have done over 125 films in all South Indian languages. Even today, I remember my first day of shooting for "Aan Pavam," directed by R. Pandiarajan. I was studying in class 10 when I was asked to work in films. The director saw me in a video, taken during my friend's wedding. He made enquiries and approached me. Though I was not keen in acting, my father wanted to see me on the silver screen. After working in "Aan Pavam," I decided that I must do justice to my roles.
After my entry into films I became busy and in fact I worked all days for years till I got married. For about 12 years I did not work, as I wanted to take care of my children.
Some of my best films were "Pennmani Aval Kannmani" and "Puthiyapathai" in which I liked my character very much. I liked my role in "Unnal Mudiyum Thambi" and in the recent film "Parijatham." I enjoyed my character in "Pranam," a Telugu film.
I got offers in small screen even when I was busy in films. But it was not possible for me to give dates. When I came back after a lay off for nearly twelve years, I felt small screen was best suited to me. And I told producers and directors that I would not work on holidays and my schedules would be only from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. I also said a big NO to working in locations outside Chennai. My first serial was "Velan".
When Radhika wanted me to work in "Chitti" I excused myself as I did not want to go outdoors. Even now, I come back home after 6 p.m. The basic thing is I am enjoying each and every day of my work.

Seetha Parthiban
Filmography

Actress:

1. Bunny (2005)
2. Gangotri (2003) (as Seeta)
3. Puthiya Pathai (1999)
4. Chevilo Puvvu (1990)
5. Muddula Mamaiah (1989) (as Seeta) .... Lakshmi
6. Mutyamantha Muddu (1989) .... Vidyadhari
7. Swara Kalpana (1989)
8. Unnal Mudiyum Thambi (1988) .... Kamalam
9. Dabbevariki Chedu (1987)
10. Aan Paavam (1985)

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E V V SATYANARAYANA

EV V Satyanarayan (born June 2, 1956) is a critically acclaimed Telugu Indian film director, writer and producer.
EVV Satyanarayana worked as an assistant director with Jandhyala. Later, he turned a director through ‘Prema Khaidi’ and brought out several excellent films like, ‘Aame, Kanyadanam, Okato Tareeku, Chaala Bagundi, Thaali’ and others.

His films like ‘Jambalakidi Pamba, Aa Okkati Adakku, Appula Appa Rao, Hello Brother, Varasudu, Intlo Illalu-Vantintlo Priyuralu, Maavidakulu’ were super hits and became one of the top directors of the Telugu film industry.

Later he started his own banner called EVV Cinema and brought out several good films in his own direction. Especially, his latest film ‘Kitakitalu’ on his banner in his own direction was a very big hit and proved that EVV could achieve a big hit at any time.

Satyanarayana E.V.V.
Filmography
Jump to filmography as: Director, Writer, Miscellaneous Crew, Second Unit Director or Assistant Director, Actor
Director:

1. Sooryavansham (1999)
2. Aavida Maa Aavide (1998)
3. Maavidakulu (1998)
4. Maa Nannaki Pelli (1997)
5. Adhirindhi Alludu (1996)
6. Akkada Abbai Ikkada Ammayi (1996)
7. Alluda Mazaaka...! (1995)
8. Ayanaku Iddaru (1995)
9. Aame (1994)
10. Alibaba Aradajanu Dongalu (1994)
11. Hello Brother (1994)
12. Aa Okkati Adakku (1993)
13. Jamba Lakidi Pamba (1993)
14. Varasudu (1993)
15. 420 (1992)
16. Seetharathnamgari Abbayi (1992)
17. Appula Appa Rao (1991)
18. Chevilo Puvvu (1990) (first filmed episode)
19. Prema Khaidi (1990)

Writer:

1. Sooryavansham (1999) (screenplay)
2. Maavidakulu (1998) (story)
3. Judwaa (1997) (story)
4. Maa Nannaki Pelli (1997) (screen adaptation)
5. Akkada Abbai Ikkada Ammayi (1996) (writer)
6. Aame (1994) (story)
7. Alibaba Aradajanu Dongalu (1994) (story)
8. Hello Brother (1994) (story)
9. Aa Okkati Adakku (1993) (writer)
10. Jamba Lakidi Pamba (1993) (story)
11. 420 (1992) (screenplay) (story)
12. Appula Appa Rao (1991) (story)

Miscellaneous Crew:

1. Hai Hai Nayaka (1989) (associate director)
2. Indrudu Chandrudu (1989) (associate director)
3. Aha Naa Pellanta (1987) (associate director)
4. Nalugu Sthambalata (1982) (associate director)

Second Unit Director or Assistant Director:

1. Rendu Rella Aaru (1985) (assistant director)
2. Rendu Jella Seetha (1983) (assistant director)

Actor:

1. Indrudu Chandrudu (1989) .... Police Inspector Chasing

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GEETHA KRISHNA

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KANNADA PRABHAKAR

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DIVYAVANI

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SRIVIDYA

Srividya
Born 1953 July 24
Chennai, Tamil Nadu,India Flag of India
Died 2006 October 19
Trivandrum, Kerala
Parents Krishnamurthy
M. L. Vasanthakumari
Srividya was a leading South Indian Film actress of the 1970s, 1980s, 1990s and early 2000s, in addition to being a good singer. In the latter part of her career, she concentrated on malayalam films. Her brilliant portrayals as a mother in many films were highly acclaimed. Srividya's personal life was full of tragedies. She fought against all odds with dedication in her work until she died of breast cancer.Srividya was born on 24 July 1953 at Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India to Tamil film comedian Krishnamurthy and Carnatic classical singer M. L. Vasanthakumari. She had a brother, Sankararaman. Her father had to stop acting in the year she was born because of a disease which affected his facial musclesHer family fell into financial crisis. Her mother worked long hours to meet the family's financial needs. Srividya once reportedly said that her mother didn't even have time to breastfeed her.[Srividya debuted in acting very early in age. When her parent's marriage faced problems due to financial difficulties , Srividya's youth was blighted. She got a marriage proposal from a scientist based in the U.S., but the marriage did not materialize due to financial problems faced by her familySrividya launched her career in Malayalam films with a dance scene in Kumarasambhavam , directed by P. Subramanyan. She played a heroine in the film Chattambikkavala opposite Sathyan. She gained public attention in Chenda, directed by Vincent.
In mid-1970s she became busy in the Tamil film industry. She acted in films such as Sollathan Ninakkiren and Apoorva Raagangal, both directed by K. Balachander. The film Apoorva Raagangal(1975), in which she acted opposite the then-rising stars and now superstars of Tamil films, Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan, virtually changed her life. In the film she acted as the wife of Rajinikanth and as the lover of Kamal Haasan. She fell in love with Kamal Haasan during the making of the film. They had the support of their families, but they broke up. Later she fell in love with George Thomas, an assistant director in her Malayalam film Teekkanal She married him on 1978 January 9, despite opposition from her family. As George wished, she was baptised before the marriage. She wanted to stay as a housewife, but had to return to acting, when George forced her to, citing financial issues. She soon realised that she made a wrong decision in marrying him. Her family life became miserable and the marriage ended in divorce. It was followed by a prolonged legal battle to settle financial issues between the two. The case went up to the Supreme Court of India, where she won the final decisionAfter the divorce, she left Chennai and settled in Trivandrum.Srividya was a good singer as well. She first sang for films in the Malayalam film Ayalathe Sundari. She later sang in several films, such as Oru Painkilikkadha and Nakshathra tharattu. She was an expert classical vocalist as well. She used to sing in functions such as the Soorya Festival.Srividya's later career was marked with her signature mother roles, the most notable of which was probably in Thalapathi(1991), directed by Manirathnam, in which she acted as the mother of Rajinikanth, who acted as her husband in Apoorva Raagangal(1975). In October 31, 1990 Srividya's mother M. L. Vasanthakumari died, which devastated her. She later began acting in Malayalam and Tamil TV serials. She was part of superhit Malayalam serials like Swapnam. In 2003, she underwent a biopsy test following physical problems and was tested positive for breast cancer. She underwent treatment for three years. In October 2006, she underwent chemotherapy, but cancer had already spread throughout her body. On 19 October 2006 at 7:55 pm she died.
Filmography
Jump to filmography as: Actress, Self
Actress:

1. Chacko Randaman (2006)
2. Swapnam Kondu Thulabharam (2003) .... Prabhavathi
3. Mullavalliyum Thenmavum (2003) .... Kanakambal
4. Malayalimamanu Vanakkam (2002) .... Anandakuttan's Mother
5. Nagaravadhu (2001) .... Amrita Thripati
6. Randam Bhavam (2001) .... Parvathi
7. Kandukondain Kandukondain (2000)
8. Ingine Oru Nilapakshi (2000)
9. Agni Sakshi (1999)
10. Arundhati (1999)
11. Sangamam (1999)
12. Vazhunnor (1999) .... Kochammini
13. Kannethirey Thondrinal (1998)
14. Ayal Kadha Ezhuthukayanu (1998) .... Padmini
15. Sidhartha (1998) .... Sridevi
16. Aniyathi Pravu (1997) .... Chandrika
17. Chinnabbayi (1997)
18. Kaadhalukku Mariyaadai (1997)
19. Krishnagudiyil Oru Pranayakalathu (1997) .... Mrs. Nair
20. Manasam (1997) .... Rajalakshmi
21. Poonilamazha (1997)
22. The Prince (1996/II) .... Jeeva's Mother
23. Dilliwala Rajakumaran (1996) .... Padmini
24. Ek Anari Do Khiladi (1996)
25. Kadhal Desam (1996) .... Divya's mom
26. Nammavar (1995) .... Kamal's Sister
27. Gandeevam (1994)
28. Pavam Ia Ivachan (1994)
29. Pavithram (1994) .... Devakiyamma
30. Palayam (1993) .... Susan Fernandez
31. O' Faby (1993)
32. Uzhaippaali (1993)
33. Balarama Krishnulu (1992)
34. Daivathinte Vikrithikal (1992) .... Maggie
35. Neelagiri (1991) .... Radha
36. Thalapathi (1991) .... Kalyani, Surya's mom
37. Advaitham (1991) .... Saraswathy
38. Ente Sooryaputhrikku (1991) .... Vasundhara Devi K. S
39. Samrajyam (1990) .... Lakshmi
40. Kondaveeti Donga (1990)
41. Apoorva Sahodarargal (1989) .... Appu and Raja's Mom
42. Innale (1989) .... Dr. Sandhya
43. Mappilai (1989)
44. Vicky Dada (1989) .... Rekha
45. Jaalakam (1987) .... Lakshmi
46. Swathi Thirunal (1987) .... Sugandhavalli
47. Pranamam (1986) .... Aparna's Mother
48. Geetham (1986) .... Aparna's Mother
49. Kshamichu Ennoru Vakku (1986) .... Sasikala
50. Ennennum Kannettante (1986)
51. Irakal (1986) .... Annie
52. Punnagai Mannan (1986) .... Padmini
53. Vivahitare Itihile (1986) .... Music Teacher
54. Ayanam (1985) .... Saramma
55. Azhiyatha Bandhangal (1985) .... Vasundhara Menon
56. Janakeeya Kodathi (1985) .... Suma
57. Thinkalazhcha Nalla Divasam (1985) .... Ambika
58. Arante Mulla Kochu Mulla (1984) .... Thankamani Kunjamma
59. Adaminte Variyellu (1983) .... Alice
60. Bhookambam (1983) .... Aswathi
61. Kattathe Kilikoodu (1983) .... Sarada
62. Oru Mukham Pala Mukham (1983) .... Subhadramma Thankachi
63. Pin Nilavu (1983) .... Sreedevi
64. Prathigna (1983) .... Lakshmi
65. Rachana (1983) .... Sarada
66. Aakrosam (1982) .... Prabha
67. Ithiri Neram Othiri Karyam (1982) .... Dr. Susheela
68. Kelviyum Naaney Badhilum Naaney (1982)
69. Attimari (1981) .... Geetha
70. Kathayariyathe (1981) .... Geetha
71. Raktham (1981) .... Malathi
72. Vilkkanundu Swapnangal (1980) .... Malathy
73. Chaakara (1980) .... Nimmy
74. Sakthi (1980) .... Dr. G. Malathi
75. Theekkadal (1980) .... Sridevi
76. Alavuddinum Athbutha Vilakkum (1979)
77. Edavazhiyile Poocha Minda Poocha (1979) .... P. K. Rohini
78. Jeevitam Oru Gaanam (1979) .... Thresiamm
79. Puthiya Velicham (1979) .... Lakshmi
80. Arjun Pandit (1976)
81. Hiridhayam Oru Kshethram (1976) .... Prema
82. Thoorpu Padamara (1976)
83. Apoorva Raagangal (1975) .... Bhairavi
84. Jaise Ko Taisa (1973) (as Sri Vidya) .... Radha
85. "Swapnam" (????) TV series

Self:

1. Prem Nazirine Kanmanilla (1983) .... Herself