Tapi Dharma Rao
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Thapi Dharma Rao Naidu B.A.
(1887 - 1973) was a Telugu writer, lyricist and social reformer. He wrote dialogues and lyrics for the films like Mala Pilla, Drohi, Thathaji, Bhishma, and Patni. He was awarded the Sahitya Akademi Award
for Indian Literature. He had authored many books which were the eye openers for many in the field of social sciences in India, in particular South India. His books " Vidhi Vilasam", "Devalayala paina bootu Bommalu endhuku" and many more find place in the annals of Indian literature.
on September 19, 1887. His father Thapi Appanna Naidu was a medical practitioner and mother’s name was Narasamma. His early education was in Sreekakulam till 1900 and continued further in Rippan High school of Vizianagaram. He did his F.A. in Parlakhamidi. He was a pet student of Gidugu Ramamurthy at Parlakhamidi. He had completed his B.A.
graduation from Pachaiyappa's College
, Madras.
He was the trend setter in Telugu journalism. He introduced the spoken language in journalism. He worked as an editor for Telugu magazines ‘Kondegadu’ and ‘Janavani’. In 1940, he was established a popular weekly named ‘Kagada’. Thapi Dharmarao was the founder of book publications named Veguchkka Grandhamala.
, who was foremost director of Telugu movies. His grandson,(s/o Tapi Chanakya)Thapi Dharmarao, did his doctorate in Immunology
from the Osmania University
in India and now lives in New York. A great granddaughter, Sahityasri Thapi, currently attends Townsend Harris High School in New York, learns sangeetam, participates in various styles of dance, and is currently participating in many cultural events around Tri-State Area.
Bachelor of Arts
A Bachelor of Arts , from the Latin artium baccalaureus, is a bachelor's degree awarded for an undergraduate course or program in either the liberal arts, the sciences, or both...
(1887 - 1973) was a Telugu writer, lyricist and social reformer. He wrote dialogues and lyrics for the films like Mala Pilla, Drohi, Thathaji, Bhishma, and Patni. He was awarded the Sahitya Akademi Award
Sahitya Akademi Award
Sahitya Akademi Award is a literary honor in India which Sahitya Akademi, India's National Academy of Letters, annually confers on writers of outstanding works in one of the following twenty-four major Indian languagesAssamese, Bengali, Bodo, Dogri, English, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada, Kashmiri,...
for Indian Literature. He had authored many books which were the eye openers for many in the field of social sciences in India, in particular South India. His books " Vidhi Vilasam", "Devalayala paina bootu Bommalu endhuku" and many more find place in the annals of Indian literature.
Early life
He was a native of a village in Sreekakulam, and born in BerhampurBerhampur
Brahmapur , nicknamed "The Silk City", is a city located in the eastern coastline of Ganjam district of the Indian state of Orissa, about south to state capital, Bhubaneswar.It is also dubbed as "The Dance City" of Orissa after Prince Dance Group and Harihar Das made the state famous in India's...
on September 19, 1887. His father Thapi Appanna Naidu was a medical practitioner and mother’s name was Narasamma. His early education was in Sreekakulam till 1900 and continued further in Rippan High school of Vizianagaram. He did his F.A. in Parlakhamidi. He was a pet student of Gidugu Ramamurthy at Parlakhamidi. He had completed his B.A.
Bachelor of Arts
A Bachelor of Arts , from the Latin artium baccalaureus, is a bachelor's degree awarded for an undergraduate course or program in either the liberal arts, the sciences, or both...
graduation from Pachaiyappa's College
Pachaiyappa's College
Pachaiyappa's College is one of the oldest educational institutions in Chennai, in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The college was established as Pachaiyappa's Central Institution at Popham's Broadway on January 1, 1842, from money given in Pachaiyappa Mudaliar's will. It was the first Hindu...
, Madras.
He was the trend setter in Telugu journalism. He introduced the spoken language in journalism. He worked as an editor for Telugu magazines ‘Kondegadu’ and ‘Janavani’. In 1940, he was established a popular weekly named ‘Kagada’. Thapi Dharmarao was the founder of book publications named Veguchkka Grandhamala.
Honours
- Andhra Sahitya Akademi honored him with 'Visishta Sabhyathvam'.
- The chief priest of Sringeri Sharada PeethamSringeri Sharada PeethamSringeri Sharada Peetham is the southern Advaita Vedanta matha. It is located in Shringeri. It is claimed that it is the first of the four original mathas established by Adi Shankara.-Location:...
honored him by conferring the title Andhra Visharada for his extraordinary service to Telugu language. - He was senate member of Sri Venkateswara UniversitySri Venkateswara UniversitySri Venkateswara University, Tirupati, is a state university, which was established in 1954, in the famous temple city of Tirupati, South India, under the auspices of Late Tanguturi Prakasam Pantulu, the chief minister of Andhra Pradesh, and with support of Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams...
.
Family
His son is Tapi ChanakyaTapi Chanakya
Thapi Chanakya was an Indian film director and writer. He is son of the famous writer Tapi Dharma Rao Naidu. He has worked as Radio Telegraphist for Indian Army.-Filmography:# Palletoori Pilla in Telugu...
, who was foremost director of Telugu movies. His grandson,(s/o Tapi Chanakya)Thapi Dharmarao, did his doctorate in Immunology
Immunology
Immunology is a broad branch of biomedical science that covers the study of all aspects of the immune system in all organisms. It deals with the physiological functioning of the immune system in states of both health and diseases; malfunctions of the immune system in immunological disorders ; the...
from the Osmania University
Osmania University
Osmania University , , since 1918, is a public university located in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India. It was established and named after the last Nizam of Hyderabad, Mir Osman Ali Khan. It is one of the oldest modern universities in India. It is the first Indian University to have Urdu and...
in India and now lives in New York. A great granddaughter, Sahityasri Thapi, currently attends Townsend Harris High School in New York, learns sangeetam, participates in various styles of dance, and is currently participating in many cultural events around Tri-State Area.
Literary works
- Devalayala Meeda Bhutu Bommalenduku?
- Pelli- Dani Puttupurvotharalu,
- Inupakatchadalu,
- Pathapali, Kotha Pali,
- All India Adukkutinevalla Mahasabha,
- Sahityamormaralu.
- Rallu-Rappalu is his autobiography from 1887 to 1908.
Filmography
- Mohini Rugmangada (1937)
- Malapilla (1938) (dialogue)
- Raitu BiddaRaitu BiddaRaitu Bidda or Raitubidda is the name of a few Telugu films.* Raithu Bidda directed by Gudavalli Ramabrahmam.* Raitu Bidda directed by B. A. Subba Rao....
(1939) (dialogue) - IllaluIllaluIllalu is a 1940 Telugu Drama film directed by Gudavalli Ramabrahmam.-The Plot:Murthy is married to Indira and they live happily. Subsequently he falls in love with Leela , an educated and sophisticated lady. He brings her home as his second wife, making Indira unhappy...
(1940) - Krishna PremaKrishna PremaKrishna Prema is a 1943 Telugu hit film directed by H. V. Babu.It was a Musical film with many popular songs voiced by Tanguturi Suryakumari.-Cast:-Soundtrack:* Dhanyulamaitimi * Ekkadunnaave Pillaa ekkadunnaave...
(1943) (adaptation) (dialogue) - DrohiDrohiDrohi has appeared as the title of several films.* Drohi , Telugu film by L. V. Prasad* Drohi , 1970 Telugu film directed by K. Bapaiah.* Drohi , Hindi film by Ram Gopal Varma...
(1948) - Keelugurram (1949)
- Palletoori PillaPalletoori PillaPalletoori Pilla is a 1950 Telugu film directed by B. A. Subba Rao. The title role is played by Anjali Devi. The story was loosely based on the English play, Pizaro by Richard Sheridan. The film is a commercial hit and ran for more than 100 days in 6 centres. This is also the first film wherein...
(1950) (dialogue) - Paramanandayya Shishyula KathaParamanandayya Shishyula KathaParamanandayya Shishyula Katha is a 1966 Telugu Comedy film directed by C. Pullayya. The story is written by Vempati Sadasivabrahmam.-The plot:...
(1950) (adaptation) (dialogue) - Mangala (1951) (dialogue)
- Kanna TalliKanna TalliKanna Talli or Kannatalli is a 1953 Telugu Drama film directed and produced by K. S. Prakash Rao. It is simultaneously released in Tamil with title Petrathai. G. Varalakshmi played the title role of the Mother . This is the debut film for Telugu popular singer P. Susheela and actress Rajasulochana...
(1953) - Rojulu MarayiRojulu MarayiRojulu Marayi is a 1955 Telugu film directed by Tapi Chanakya. The story is set in native village environment about the changing times. Eruvaaka Sagaroranno Chinnanna song casting Waheeda Rehman is one of the memorable songs in the film...
(1955) (dialogue)