Kodi Ramakrishna was an Indian film director and screenwriter in South Indian (mainly Telugu) cinema. He was known for his films Arundhati (2009), Gudachari No.1 (1983), Murali Krishnudu (1988), Muddula Menalludu, Ankusham, etc.
Wiki/Biography
Ramakrishna was born on July 23, 1955 (Age: 63 years old, at the time of his death) at Palakollu in West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. He received his education from Andhra University, Andhra Pradesh.
Family
The names of his relatives are unknown. He was married in his life and had a son and a daughter.
Career
In 1982, he made his Tollywood directorial debut with Intlo Ramayya Veedhilo Krishnayya. His career spanned almost 3 decades. During this period, he directed more than 100 films. Apart from being a director, Ramakrishna was also a successful screenwriter and actor. He starred in several movies like Mudilla Muchata (1985), Attagaaroo Swagatam (1986), Inti Donga (1987), Aasti Mooredu Aasha Baaredu (1995) and Dongaata (1997).
Dongaata 1997 movie poster
Awards
In 2012, he received the Raghupathi Venkaiah Award for his contribution to Telugu cinema. In addition, she received three Lifetime Achievement Awards, a Filmfare Award for Satruvu (1990), a Tollywood Film Award for Arundathi (2009) and many others.
Death
A few years ago, Ramakrishna had suffered a heart attack and paralysis attack, however, he soon made a full recovery thanks to proper medical treatment. On February 21, 2019, Ramakrishna felt unwell and complained of shortness of breath. He was hospitalized at AIG hospitals at Gachibowli in Hyderabad. He was undergoing treatment in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and remained connected to the ventilator (life support system). However, his health condition deteriorated and he finally passed away due to kidney failure on the afternoon of February 22, 2019.
Facts
- His films generally had a strong social message and were based in a rural setting.
- Aahuti, Ammoru, Mangammagari Manavadu, Devi, Arundhati Maa Aavida Collector, Devudu, Satruvu, Deviputrudu were some of his successful movies.
- His film Mangamma Gari Manavadu was shown for 500 days.
- His other film ‘Tarangini’ holds the record of 365 days.
- Ramakrishna always said that his achievements would not be complete without the help of his producers.
- Ramakrishna introduced some actors; Bhanu Chander, Arjun, Suman etc.
- Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu offered his condolences on her death on Twitter.
Naidu’s tweet about Kodi Ramakrishna
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