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Viswanatha Nayakudu
Directed byDasari Narayana Rao
Written byDasari Narayana Rao (Dialogues)
Screenplay byDasari Narayana Rao
Produced byVadde Ramesh
StarringKrishna
Krishnam Raju
Sivaji Ganesan
Jayaprada
CinematographyV. S. R. Swamy
Edited byG. G. Krishna Rao
Music byJ. V. Raghavulu
Production
company		Vijaya Madhavi Pictures
Release date
  • 14 August 1987 (1987-08-14)
CountryIndia
LanguageTelugu

Viswanatha Nayakudu is a 1987 Indian Telugu-language historical drama film written and directed by Dasari Narayana Rao. The film stars Krishna as Viswanatha Nayak, with Krishnam Raju, Sivaji Ganesan, Jayaprada, Sumalatha, Prabha, Prabhakar Reddy, and K. R. Vijaya in prominent roles. Set in the 16th century, it depicts the historical conflict within the Vijayanagara Empire, focusing on the loyalty and valour of Viswanatha Nayak, who confronts his father, Nagama Nayak, to uphold the authority of Emperor Sri Krishnadevaraya. The film's music was composed by J. V. Raghavulu, with cinematography by V. S. R. Swamy.

Viswanatha Nayakudu was critically acclaimed and won four Nandi Awards, including Best Cinematographer, Best Art Director, Best Costume Designer, and Best Female Playback Singer.

Plot

The story is set during the 16th century and revolves around a historical conflict in the Vijayanagara Empire. It depicts the triumph of Viswanatha Nayaka over his father, Nagama Nayaka, to demonstrate his unwavering loyalty to Emperor Sri Krishnadevaraya.

Viswanatha Nayaka is the son of Nagama Nayaka, a prominent general serving under Sri Krishnadevaraya. When King Veerasekhara Chola invades the Madurai Kingdom and dethrones its ruler, King Chandrasekhara Pandyan, who is under Sri Krishnadevaraya's protection, the emperor dispatches Nagama Nayaka to restore order. Nagama Nayaka successfully defeats Veerasekhara Chola and captures Madurai. However, instead of reinstating Chandrasekhara Pandyan, Nagama Nayaka usurps the throne for himself, defying Sri Krishnadevaraya's command.

To uphold the emperor’s authority, Viswanatha Nayaka takes it upon himself to confront his father in battle. He defeats Nagama Nayaka, proving his loyalty to Krishnadevaraya. Impressed by the valour and integrity of both father and son, Krishnadevaraya appoints Viswanatha Nayaka as the governor of Madurai and surrounding regions.

Cast

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Music

All lyrics are written by Arudra, Dr. C. Narayana Reddy; all music is composed by J. V. Raghavulu

Songs
No.TitlePlaybackLength
1."Lalitha Kalaa"V. Ramakrishna, Madhavapeddi Ramesh, Prakash Rao 
2."Burra Katha"Prakash Rao 
3."Idhi Naatya Neeraajanam"P. Susheela 
4."Maravanantondhi Manasu"P. Susheela, Madhavapeddi Ramesh 
5."Evani"Madhavapeddi Ramesh, V. Ramakrishna 
6."Oka Narthaki"P. Susheela, Raj Seetharam 
7."Itu Naari"P. Susheela, Vani Jairam 
8."Vana Mayuri"Madhavapeddi Ramesh, P. Susheela 
9."Katthiki Katthi"Madhavapeddi Satyam, Madhavapeddi Ramesh 
10."Vidya Nagara"Madhavapeddi Ramesh 

Awards

Nandi Awards
Year Nominee / work Award Result
1987 P. Susheela
(for "Kavi Jana Samaaja Bhoja") 		Nandi Award for Best Female Playback Singer Won
1987 V. S. R. Swamy Nandi Award for Best Cinematographer Won
1987 Bhaskar Raju Nandi Award for Best Art Director Won
1987 P. Venkata Rao Nandi Award for Best Costume Designer Won

References

  1. ^ "Vishwanatha Nayakudu (1987)". Indiancine.ma. Retrieved 1 February 2024.
  2. "నంది అవార్డు విజేతల పరంపర (1964–2008)" [A series of Nandi Award Winners (1964–2008)] (PDF). Information & Public Relations of Andhra Pradesh. Retrieved 21 August 2020.(in Telugu)

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