J. V. Ramana Murthi | |
|---|---|
| Born | 20 May 1933 Vizianagaram, Andhra Pradesh, India |
| Died | 22 June 2016 (aged 83) |
| Other names | Apara Girisam |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1957-2015 |
| Notable work | Kanyasulkam |
| Relatives | J. V. Somayajulu (brother) |
| Awards | Nandi Awards |
Jonnalagadda Venkata Ramana Murthi (Telugu: జె. వి. రమణమూర్తి; 20 May 1933 – 22 June 2016) was an Indian actor known for his works in Telugu cinema, and Telugu drama.[1][2] Murthi made his film debut with K. B. Tilak's sociopolitical film M.L.A. in 1957. Subsequently, he starred in about one fifty feature films in a variety of roles, and has received the Nandi Natakotsavam Award for Life Achievement in theater and drama.[3][4][5]
Personal life
He was born on 20 May 1933 in Vizianagaram district, Murthi held a degree in science, Murthi was the younger brother of J. V. Somayajulu.[5] Before making his foray into theatre and films, Murthi has worked in academics as a senior lecturer.[3][4]
Theatre
He got the best performance award for Vishwa Shanti of Aatreya in Inter University Competition.[1] He acted in many plays such as N.G.O., Evaru Donga, Kappalu, Natakam, Keerthi Seshulu, Kaala Rathri, Phani and Katamraju Katha and toured the state. His most notable performance is Gireesham in Kanyasulkam of Gurajada Appa Rao. He directed the production and appeared in a record number of performances.[6]
Death
Murthi died on 22 June 2016 due to cardiac arrest in Hyderabad, India.[7][8] He was 83 when he died. He was hospitalized.[9]
Selected filmography
| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1957 | M.L.A. | ||
| 1958 | Manchi Manasuku Manchi Rojulu | Dr. Raghu | |
| 1958 | Mangalya Balam | Dr. Suryam | |
| 1958 | Atha Okinti Kodale | Chandram | |
| 1959 | Sabhash Ramudu | Inspector Mohan | |
| 1961 | Batasari | Brother of Madhavi | |
| 1961 | Bava Maradallu | ||
| 1971 | Amayakuralu | ||
| 1976 | Siri Siri Muvva | ||
| 1978 | Dongala Dopidi | Munasabu Kishtaiah | |
| 1978 | Patnavasam[10] | Rajashekharam | |
| 1978 | Katakataala Rudraiah | ||
| 1978 | Maro Charitra | ||
| 1978 | Kalanthakulu | Anand Rao | |
| 1979 | Gorintaku | ||
| 1979 | Guppedu Manasu | ||
| 1979 | Maavari Manchitanam | ||
| 1979 | Noolveli | Tamil version of Guppedu Manasu | |
| 1979 | Idi Katha Kaadu | ||
| 1979 | Sri Rama Bantu | Ramadasu | |
| 1980 | Subhodayam | ||
| 1980 | Sivamethina Satyam | Chakrapani | |
| 1980 | Mahalakshmi | Village priest | |
| 1980 | Savithri | Tamil film | |
| 1980 | Pelli Gola | Purushottama Rao | |
| 1980 | Kodalu Vastunaru Jagratha | Subbaramaiah | |
| 1980 | Rakta Bandham | ||
| 1981 | Srirasthu Subhamasthu | ||
| 1981 | Aakali Rajyam | Jonnalagadda Venkata Ramanayya Panthulu | |
| 1981 | Gadasari Attaha Sosagara Kodalu | ||
| 1981 | Sapthapadi | Avadhani, son of Yajulu | |
| 1981 | Alludugaru Zindabad | Major Nookaraju | |
| 1982 | Moondram Pirai | Tamil film | |
| 1982 | Vamsa Gouravam | Jagannatham | |
| 1982 | Subhalekha | Jagannatham | |
| 1982 | Pagabattina Simham | ||
| 1983 | Andhra Kesari | Hanumantharao Naidu | |
| 1984 | Ananda Bhairavi | ||
| 1984 | Kanchana Ganga | ||
| 1985 | Shri Datta Darshanam | ||
| 1985 | Jwala | ||
| 1985 | Srivaru | Lawyer Ramana Rao | |
| 1985 | Kongumudi | ||
| 1986 | Ugra Narasimham | S.P. Ramana Murthi | |
| 1986 | Sirivennela | ||
| 1987 | Naku Pellam Kavali | ||
| 1987 | Parasakthi | ||
| 1988 | Illu Illalu Pillalu | ||
| 1988 | Bazaar Rowdy | ||
| 1989 | Simha Swapnam | ||
| 1989 | Manchivaaru Maavaaru | ||
| 1989 | Zoo Laka Taka | ||
| 1990 | Karthavyam | Principal Ramakrishna | |
| 1991 | Edu Kondalaswamy | ||
| 1991 | Kobbari Bondam | ||
| 1993 | Peddinti Ammayi | ||
| 1997 | W/o V. Vara Prasad | ||
| 1999 | Time | Tamil film | |
| 2003 | Simhachalam | Election Commissioner | |
| 2004 | Arya | ||
| 2006 | Maayajaalam | ||
| 2007 | Shankar Dada Zindabad | ||
| 2013 | Thummeda |
References
- 1 2 "Veteran actor Ramana Murthi passes away - Times of India". The Times of India. 23 June 2016.
- ↑ Ramana Murthy, Character Artists, S. V. Rama Rao, Kinnera Publications, Hyderabad, 2011, pp: 66-7.
- 1 2 "latest breaking Telugu news". Eenadu Cinema Page 10. 22 June 2016.
- 1 2 "J V Ramana Murthy No More - TFPC". 6 July 2023.
- 1 2 "Veteran Telugu actor JV Ramana Murthi passes away - Latest News & Updates at Daily News & Analysis". 22 June 2016.
- ↑ "Ramana Murthy feted". 5 May 2010 – via The Hindu.
- ↑ jalapathy (22 June 2016). "Actor J V Ramana Murthi passes away".
- ↑ "Ramana Murthi J.V." IMDb.
- ↑ "Telugu actor JV Ramana murthy passes away". ABP Live. 22 June 2016. Retrieved 24 June 2016.
- ↑ "Patnavasam (1978)". Indiancine.ma. Retrieved 13 December 2023.