Composer, Singer, Film Producer1.6K views · 1 likes
DIEDFeb 11, 1974ACTIVE SINCE1947FILMS80 titles
About Ghantasala Venkateswara Rao
Ghantasala Venkateswara Rao is a composer, singer, film producer working in Telugu cinema and Kannada cinema. Clapnumber holds 80 titles for Ghantasala Venkateswara Rao, from Yogi Vemana in 1947 to Sati Savitri in 1978. By decade, that is 4 in the 1940s, 21 in the 1950s, 44 in the 1960s and 11 in the 1970s. Those titles are mostly drama, comedy and musical.
Biography
Ghantasala Venkateswara Rao (4 December 1922 – 11 February 1974), known mononymously by his surname as Ghantasala, was an Indian playback singer and film composer known for his works predominantly in Telugu and Kannada cinema and also in Tamil, Malayalam, Tulu and Hindi language films. He is considered one of the greatest singers of Telugu and Indian cinema. In 1970, he received the Padma Shri, India's fourth highest civilian award, for his contribution to Indian cinema. According to The Hindu and The Indian Express, Ghantasala was 'such a divine talent and with his songs he could move the hearts of the people'. 'Ghantasala's blending of classical improvisations to the art of light music combined with his virtuosity and sensitivity puts him a class apart, above all others in the field of playback singing'. Gifted with what Indian film historian V. A. K. Ranga Rao called 'the most majestic voice', Ghantasala helped Telugu film music develop its own distinct character. He is referred to as the 'Gaana Gandharva' for his mesmerising voice and musical skills.
Ghantasala performed in the United States, England and Germany, and for the United Nations Organisation. The government of Andhra Pradesh marked the occasion of 25 years of his film career as Silver Jubilee Celebrations of Ghantasala in Hyderabad on 1 February 1970. More than 30,000 people attended the function held at the Lal Bahadur Stadium, Hyderabad. Ghantasala continues to be popular. Statutes of his likeness have been installed across Andhra Pradesh. Every year, the anniversaries of his birth and death are celebrated in India and overseas.
Common questions
How many films has Ghantasala Venkateswara Rao been in?
Clapnumber lists 80 titles for Ghantasala Venkateswara Rao.
What was Ghantasala Venkateswara Rao's first film?
The earliest release on file is Yogi Vemana (1947).
What is Ghantasala Venkateswara Rao's latest film?
The most recent release on file is Sati Savitri (1978).
Who has Ghantasala Venkateswara Rao worked with most?
P. Susheela, on 44 titles in this catalogue.
Where can I watch Ghantasala Venkateswara Rao's films?
Titles featuring Ghantasala Venkateswara Rao are listed on Amazon Prime, JioHotstar and VI movies and tv. Clapnumber records where each one streams rather than hosting any of it.
