Gunasundari Katha
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Gunasundari Katha was a 1949 Telugu film directed by Kadiri Venkata Reddy and starring Sriranjani
in the title role as Gunasundari. It is loosely based on the William Shakespeare
's King Lear
and his three daughters. Sri Tulasi Jaya Tulasi song by P. Leela
was a hit with public and sung by housewives even today.
When it is discovered that Daivadeenam is in fact a prince under a curse, Guna and Daivadeenam are banished from the Kingdom. They live far away in a small hut. The King is fatally ill. Only a precious gem, the Mahendra Mani, can save him. So the three sons-in-law set out to find the gem and Daivadeenam finds it. Haramati and Kalamati steal it from him and the King is cured. Another curse hits Daivadeenam, who now turns into a bear. Pleased with Gunasundari's devotion, Lord Shiva and Parvati bless Daivadeenam and he becomes normal once again. The King, understanding the truth finally, makes Daivadeenam the King.
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Sriranjani (junior)
Sriranjani was Telugu and Tamil film actress. She is the younger sister of Sriranjani. She is known mainly for her tragedy roles particularly as the long-suffering wife.-Brief life:...
in the title role as Gunasundari. It is loosely based on the William Shakespeare
William Shakespeare
William Shakespeare was an English poet and playwright, widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world's pre-eminent dramatist. He is often called England's national poet and the "Bard of Avon"...
's King Lear
King Lear
King Lear is a tragedy by William Shakespeare. The title character descends into madness after foolishly disposing of his estate between two of his three daughters based on their flattery, bringing tragic consequences for all. The play is based on the legend of Leir of Britain, a mythological...
and his three daughters. Sri Tulasi Jaya Tulasi song by P. Leela
P. Leela
Porayathu Leela better known as P. Leela was a popular Indian playback singer. She was awarded Padma Bhushan posthumously in 2006.-Early life:...
was a hit with public and sung by housewives even today.
The plot
King Ugrasena (Govindarajula Subba Rao) of Dhara Nagaram has 3 daughters - Rupasundari (Shantakumari), Hemasundari (Malathi) and Gunasundari (Sriranjani). Rupa and Hema are married to their cousins, Haramati (Subba Rao) and Kalamati (Relangi) respectively. Guna comments one day in a discussion that the husband is the most important entity for a girl. Her angered father, the King, then marries Guna to a blind, limp, mute and deaf pauper, Daivadeenam (Kasturi Siva Rao).When it is discovered that Daivadeenam is in fact a prince under a curse, Guna and Daivadeenam are banished from the Kingdom. They live far away in a small hut. The King is fatally ill. Only a precious gem, the Mahendra Mani, can save him. So the three sons-in-law set out to find the gem and Daivadeenam finds it. Haramati and Kalamati steal it from him and the King is cured. Another curse hits Daivadeenam, who now turns into a bear. Pleased with Gunasundari's devotion, Lord Shiva and Parvati bless Daivadeenam and he becomes normal once again. The King, understanding the truth finally, makes Daivadeenam the King.
Cast
| Actor / Actress | Character |
|---|---|
| Govindarajula Subba Rao Govindarajula Subba Rao Dr. Govindarajula Venkata Subba Rao is famous Telugu drama and film actor.-Life sketch:He played in the drama Merchant of Venice during the school days in Tenali. He portrayed Satyaki and Bheema in Gayopakhyanam as his debut performance during the convocation function. Subsequently he acted many... |
King Ugrasena |
| Sriranjani Sriranjani (junior) Sriranjani was Telugu and Tamil film actress. She is the younger sister of Sriranjani. She is known mainly for her tragedy roles particularly as the long-suffering wife.-Brief life:... |
Gunasundari |
| Shantakumari | Rupasundari |
| Malathi | Hemasundari |
| Vallabhajosyula Sivaram | |
| Kasturi Siva Rao | Daivadeenam |
| Relangi Venkataramaiah | Kalamati |
| Subba Rao | Haramati |
| T. G. Kamala Devi T. G. Kamala Devi T. G. Kamala Devi is a Telugu dubbing artiste, playback singer and actor in South India. She is also Billiards player.-Acting:... |
Songs
There are many lyrics all of them written by Pingali Nagendra Rao. The music score is composed by Ogirala Ramachandra RaoOgirala Ramachandra Rao
-Brief lifesketch:Ogirala was born on 10 September 1905 at Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh to Ogirala Janardhana Sharma and Subbamma.He started his career as an actor in Sri Venkateswara Mahatyam , where he played the role of Lord Shiva. His debut as Music director was Malli Pelli in the same year...
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- Adiye Eduraivachche Daka Pada Munduku Padipodam (Singers: Relangi and Pamarti Krishna Murthy)
- Amma Mahalakshmi Dayacheyavamma (Singer: Ghantasala Venkateswara Rao)
- Challani Doravele O Chandamama (Singers: Malathi and Shanta Kumari)
- Kala Kala Aa Kokilemo Palukarinche Vintiva (Singers: Malathi and Shanta Kumari)
- Kalpagama Tallivai Ghanata Velasina Gouri (Singer: P. LeelaP. LeelaPorayathu Leela better known as P. Leela was a popular Indian playback singer. She was awarded Padma Bhushan posthumously in 2006.-Early life:...
) - O Chaaru Sheela Le Javarala (Singer: V. Shivaram)
- O Matha Raavaa Naa Mora Vinavaa (Singer: P. Leela)
- Ore Ore Brahma Devuda (Singer: Kasturi Shiva Rao)
- Siri Thalam Vesenante (Singers: Kasturi Shiva Rao and P. Leela)
- Sri Thulasi Jaya Thulasi Jayamuneeyave (Singer: P. Leela)
- Thelusukondayya (Singers: T. G. Kamala DeviT. G. Kamala DeviT. G. Kamala Devi is a Telugu dubbing artiste, playback singer and actor in South India. She is also Billiards player.-Acting:...
and Chorus) - Upakaara Gunaalayavai Vunnavu Kade Maatha (Singer: P. Leela)