KiranPrabha Telugu Talk Shows

Elephant Boy | Sabu | మైసూరు అడవుల నుంచీ హాలీవుడ్ నటుడయ్యే వరకూ..। సాబు

Sabu Dastagir, born in 1924 in Mysore, India, rose to fame after being discovered as a young mahout and starring in Elephant Boy (1937). His natural screen presence led to major roles in iconic adventure films like The Thief of Bagdad (1940) and Jungle Book (1942), making him Hollywood’s first Indian star. During World War II, he served as a decorated tail gunner in the U.S. Army Air Forces, earning the Distinguished Flying Cross. After the war, his career declined due to typecasting, though he continued acting in films like Song of India (1949). He married Marilyn Cooper, had two children, and settled in the U.S. In 1951, he visited India as a celebrated star but remained primarily in Hollywood. Tragically, he passed away in 1963 at just 39 due to a heart attack. Despite his short life, Sabu’s legacy endures as a pioneer for Indian actors in international cinema, with his films remaining classics in adventure storytelling.

Sri Viswanatha Satyanarayana- య్యోర్హిషిఖెయ్ - చామరగ్రాహిణి - విశ్వనాథ వారి కలం నుంచి విదేశీ కథలు

#telugustory #telugukatha #viswanatha
య్యోర్హిషిఖెయ్ - కాంగో నదీతీరంలో కవి గీతాలు
చామరగ్రాహిణి - శాతకర్ణి కొలువులో రోమ్ యువతి
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First Bollywood Super Star|Rajesh Khanna - 5|బాలీవుడ్ కలల రాకుమారుడు। రాజేష్ ఖన్నా|Part 5- LAST PART

Rajesh Khanna, the first superstar of Bollywood, ruled Indian cinema in the late 1960s and 1970s with an unmatched fan following. He delivered 15 consecutive solo hit films between 1969 and 1971, a record that remains unbroken. His breakthrough came with Aradhana (1969), followed by iconic films like Anand, Kati Patang, Amar Prem, Bawarchi, and Daag. Known for his unique mannerisms, charming smile, and emotional depth, he redefined romance and drama in Indian cinema. He starred in over 160 films, with 26 golden jubilee hits and 35 silver jubilees. His pairing with Kishore Kumar’s songs and R.D. Burman’s music created evergreen melodies. Rajesh Khanna won three Filmfare Best Actor Awards and was honored with the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award. His dialogues from Anand (1971) and Amar Prem (1972) remain legendary. He later transitioned into politics, serving as an MP from 1992 to 1996. Rajesh Khanna’s legacy continues to influence Bollywood, and he remains an eternal icon of Indian cinema. This is Part 5 of 5 Part episodes.
Topics covered in this episode are: -
Downfall of Movies after 1976 
Success regained in 1983 
Separation with Dimple
- Living together with Tina and separation - Last Years

First Bollywood Super Star | Rajesh Khanna - 4 | బాలీవుడ్ కలల రాకుమారుడు । రాజేష్ ఖన్నా । Part 4

#rajeshkhanna #bollywood #superstar Rajesh Khanna, the first superstar of Bollywood, ruled Indian cinema in the late 1960s and 1970s with an unmatched fan following. He delivered 15 consecutive solo hit films between 1969 and 1971, a record that remains unbroken. His breakthrough came with Aradhana (1969), followed by iconic films like Anand, Kati Patang, Amar Prem, Bawarchi, and Daag. Known for his unique mannerisms, charming smile, and emotional depth, he redefined romance and drama in Indian cinema. He starred in over 160 films, with 26 golden jubilee hits and 35 silver jubilees. His pairing with Kishore Kumar’s songs and R.D. Burman’s music created evergreen melodies. Rajesh Khanna won three Filmfare Best Actor Awards and was honored with the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award. His dialogues from Anand (1971) and Amar Prem (1972) remain legendary. He later transitioned into politics, serving as an MP from 1992 to 1996. Rajesh Khanna’s legacy continues to influence Bollywood, and he remains an eternal icon of Indian cinema.
This is Part 4 of Multi Part episodes.
Topics covered in this episode are:
- Movies in 1973, 1974
- Marriage with Dimple
- Downfall in career
- Misunderstandings in married life
More details in Part 5 / Last Part

First Bollywood Super Star | Rajesh Khanna - 3 | బాలీవుడ్ కలల రాకుమారుడు । రాజేష్ ఖన్నా । Part 3

Rajesh Khanna, the first superstar of Bollywood, ruled Indian cinema in the late 1960s and 1970s with an unmatched fan following. He delivered 15 consecutive solo hit films between 1969 and 1971, a record that remains unbroken. His breakthrough came with Aradhana (1969), followed by iconic films like Anand, Kati Patang, Amar Prem, Bawarchi, and Daag. Known for his unique mannerisms, charming smile, and emotional depth, he redefined romance and drama in Indian cinema. He starred in over 160 films, with 26 golden jubilee hits and 35 silver jubilees. His pairing with Kishore Kumar’s songs and R.D. Burman’s music created evergreen melodies. Rajesh Khanna won three Filmfare Best Actor Awards and was honored with the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award. His dialogues from Anand (1971) and Amar Prem (1972) remain legendary. He later transitioned into politics, serving as an MP from 1992 to 1996. Rajesh Khanna’s legacy continues to influence Bollywood, and he remains an eternal icon of Indian cinema. This is Part 3 of Multi Part episodes.
Topics covered in this episode are: -
Movies in 1971, 1972, 1973 -
Conflicts with Anju Mahendru -
Dimple Kapadia Entry More details in Part 4

First Bollywood Super Star | Rajesh Khanna | బాలీవుడ్ కలల రాకుమారుడు । రాజేష్ ఖన్నా । Part 2

#rajeshkhanna #bollywood #superstar Rajesh Khanna, the first superstar of Bollywood, ruled Indian cinema in the late 1960s and 1970s with an unmatched fan following. He delivered 15 consecutive solo hit films between 1969 and 1971, a record that remains unbroken. His breakthrough came with Aradhana (1969), followed by iconic films like Anand, Kati Patang, Amar Prem, Bawarchi, and Daag. Known for his unique mannerisms, charming smile, and emotional depth, he redefined romance and drama in Indian cinema. He starred in over 160 films, with 26 golden jubilee hits and 35 silver jubilees. His pairing with Kishore Kumar’s songs and R.D. Burman’s music created evergreen melodies. Rajesh Khanna won three Filmfare Best Actor Awards and was honored with the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award. His dialogues from Anand (1971) and Amar Prem (1972) remain legendary. He later transitioned into politics, serving as an MP from 1992 to 1996. Rajesh Khanna’s legacy continues to influence Bollywood, and he remains an eternal icon of Indian cinema.
This is Part 2 of Multi Part episodes.
Topics covered in this episode are: -
Background story of Aradhana Making -
Movies in 1970 -
Effects of Super Stardom.
More details in Part 3

First Bollywood Super Star | Rajesh Khanna | బాలీవుడ్ కలల రాకుమారుడు । రాజేష్ ఖన్నా । Part 1

#rajeshkhanna #bollywood #superstar Rajesh Khanna, the first superstar of Bollywood, ruled Indian cinema in the late 1960s and 1970s with an unmatched fan following. He delivered 15 consecutive solo hit films between 1969 and 1971, a record that remains unbroken. His breakthrough came with Aradhana (1969), followed by iconic films like Anand, Kati Patang, Amar Prem, Bawarchi, and Daag. Known for his unique mannerisms, charming smile, and emotional depth, he redefined romance and drama in Indian cinema. He starred in over 160 films, with 26 golden jubilee hits and 35 silver jubilees. His pairing with Kishore Kumar’s songs and R.D. Burman’s music created evergreen melodies. Rajesh Khanna won three Filmfare Best Actor Awards and was honored with the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award. His dialogues from Anand (1971) and Amar Prem (1972) remain legendary. He later transitioned into politics, serving as an MP from 1992 to 1996. Rajesh Khanna’s legacy continues to influence Bollywood, and he remains an eternal icon of Indian cinema.
This is Part 1 of Multi Part episodes.
Topics covered in this episode are: -
Rajesh Khanna childhood - School Days - Entry into Films - Failure of first 4 movies. More details in Part 2

Outstanding Indian woman of her time | Dr. Muthu Lakshmi Reddy | డా.ముత్తులక్ష్మీ రెడ్డి (1886-1968)

Dr. Muthulakshmi Reddy (1886–1968) was a trailblazing doctor, social reformer, and the first woman legislator in India. She broke societal barriers by becoming the first female medical graduate from Madras Medical College and later fought for women’s rights and healthcare reforms. As a legislator, she played a key role in abolishing the Devadasi system and improving maternity care. She founded the Cancer Institute (WIA) in Adyar, Chennai (1954) and established Avvai Home to support destitute women and girls. A strong advocate for women’s education, she also helped raise the legal age of marriage for girls. She was a key figure in the Women’s Indian Association (WIA) and worked closely with Mahatma Gandhi during the independence movement. Her contributions led to the establishment of the Government Children’s Hospital in Chennai. For her lifelong service, she was honored with the Padma Bhushan in 1956. A true pioneer, Dr. Muthulakshmi Reddy’s legacy continues to inspire generations through her contributions to social justice and healthcare.

Bharani Pictures | P.Ramakrishna | భరణి పిక్చర్స్ దర్శకుడు, నిర్మాత పి.రామకృష్ణ (1918-1986)

P. Ramakrishna /P.S.Ramakrishna (1918–1986) was a renowned Telugu film director associated with Bharani Pictures, a production house established by Bhanumathi Ramakrishna and P. S. Ramakrishna. Known for his exceptional storytelling and directorial skills, he contributed significantly to the golden era of Telugu cinema. He directed classics like Vipranarayana and Batasari which showcased his ability to blend compelling narratives with artistic visuals. P. Ramakrishna's collaboration with Bhanumathi Ramakrishna resulted in timeless films that are still cherished for their cultural and emotional depth. His dedication to cinema earned him great respect in the industry. A visionary filmmaker, he was instrumental in bringing innovative techniques to Telugu films of his time. Beyond his films, he was admired for his discipline and passion for perfection in every frame. KiranPrabha narrates the interesting life journey of P.Ramakrishna in this video talk show.

Father of Indian Irrigation Engineering | Sir Arthur Cotton | అపర భగీరథుడు । సర్ ఆర్థర్ కాటన్

Sir Arthur Cotton (1803 - 1899) was a British engineer renowned for revolutionizing India’s agricultural landscape through groundbreaking irrigation projects. His most notable achievement was the Dowleswaram Barrage on the Godavari River, completed in 1852, which transformed the Godavari delta into one of the most fertile regions in India. He also designed the Godavari Bridge, which enhanced connectivity and trade. Cotton’s contributions extended to the Krishna Barrage, which greatly improved irrigation in the Krishna River delta, and his modernization of the ancient Grand Anicut in Tamil Nadu significantly boosted water distribution in the Cauvery delta. These projects not only alleviated drought and famine but also elevated the livelihoods of countless farmers, earning him the title “Father of Indian Irrigation Engineering.”
Beyond his engineering feats, Sir Arthur Cotton was admired for his dedication, humility, and visionary outlook. He passionately advocated for using water resources to combat poverty and uplift rural communities. Even after retiring to England, he remained committed to sharing his knowledge on irrigation through writing and public discourse. Revered by Indian farmers for his life-changing contributions, his legacy is celebrated through statues and memorials, particularly in Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. Cotton’s life serves as a powerful reminder of how innovative engineering and a deep sense of service can transform lives and communities.
KiranPrabha narrates the interesting life and professional journey of Sir Arthur Cotton in this episode.