G. Satyamurthy
- Devi Sri Prasad
- Sagar
- Padmini
Gandham Satyamurthy (24 May 1954 – 14 December 2015) was an Indian screenwriter known for his work in Telugu cinema. He contributed as a story writer for over 90 films and penned dialogues for more than 400 films. He was the father of music composer Devi Sri Prasad and singer Sagar.[3]
Some of Satyamurthy's notable films include Devatha (1982), Kirayi Kotigadu (1983), Abhilasha (1983), Challenge (1984), Jwala (1985), Srinivasa Kalyanam (1987), Khaidi No. 786 (1988), Bhale Donga (1989), Nari Nari Naduma Murari (1990), Sathruvu (1991), Chanti (1992), Bangaru Bullodu (1993), Matru Devo Bhava (1993), Pedarayudu (1995), Amma Donga (1995), Pelli (1997) were some of his notable films.[3] He frequently collaborated with actor Chiranjeevi on several successful projects.[4]
Early life
Gandham Satyamurthy was born on 24 May 1953/4 in Vedurupaka of Rayavaram mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. He completed his B. Sc. degree in Ramachandrapuram.[2] Later he studied B.Ed. at Andhra National College of Education in Machilipatnam and started his teaching career.[1]
Career
Literary career
Satyamurthy's passion for literature led him to start essay writing. He began his literary journey with the novel Chaitanyam. His works, Pavitrulu, Punarankitam, Edaloyala Nidurinche, Digambara Ambaram and Adhara Garalam have especially entertained the literary lovers.[2][1] He continued his writing process by plotting the conflict in human relationships. Satyamurthy's reputation as a story writer and novelist turned him towards the film industry.[1]
Film career
Satyamurthy started his film career as a story writer with the film Devatha (1982), directed by K. Raghavendra Rao and produced by D. Ramanaidu.[2][1] With the success of this film, he got wide recognition. Bava Maradallu, Kirayi Kotigadu, Abhilasha, Challenge, Jwala, Bhale Donga, Matru Devo Bhava, Kanchana Sita, Chanti, Pedarayudu, Srinivasa Kalyanam, Nari Nari Naduma Murari, Bangaru Bullodu, Pelli, Nyayam Kosam, Khaidi No. 786, Amma Donga were his successful films.[1] Satyamurthy played a key role in Chiranjeevi's film career.[2][1][4] He also directed the films Dadar Express, Chaitanyam, Baava garu, Palletoori Mogudu.[1][4][2]
Personal life
He had three children — sons Devi Sri Prasad, and Sagar and a daughter Padmini.[3][1] He died on 14 December 2015 due to Myocardial infarction.[5][6]
Filmography
Year | Film | Notes | Ref. |
---|---|---|---|
1974 | Devudu Chesina Pelli | dialogues | |
1976 | Jyothi | ||
1977 | Kalpana | ||
Edureeta | |||
1980 | Gopaal Rao Gari Ammayi | ||
Mosagadu | |||
1981 | Nyayam Kavali | ||
Kondaveeti Simham | |||
Kirayi Rowdylu | screenplay & story | [2] | |
1982 | Devatha | story | [2][3][1] |
1983 | Abhilasha | screenplay | [2][3][1] |
Kirayi Kotigadu | dialogues | [1] | |
1984 | Goonda | dialogues & story | |
Challenge | dialogues | [2][3][1] | |
Rustum | screenplay | ||
1985 | Jwala | dialogues | [1] |
1986 | Oka Radha Iddaru Krishnulu | dialogues | |
1987 | Donga Mogudu | ||
Srinivasa Kalyanam | screenplay | [2][3][1] | |
1988 | Khaidi No. 786 | dialogues | [2][3][1] |
Yamudiki Mogudu | dialogues & story | ||
1989 | Bhale Donga | story | [2][3][1] |
1990 | Raja Vikramarka | screenplay | |
Nari Nari Naduma Murari | [2][3][1] | ||
1991 | Sathruvu | dialogues | [1] |
Kshana Kshanam | |||
Rowdy Alludu | screenplay | ||
1992 | Gharana Mogudu | dialogues | |
Chanti | [2][1] | ||
Donga Police | |||
Aswamedham | screenplay | ||
1993 | Mechanic Alludu | ||
Bangaru Bullodu | [2][3][1] | ||
Matru Devo Bhava | [2][1] | ||
1994 | Allari Premikudu | screenplay | |
1995 | Amma Donga | story | [2][1] |
Ammoru | dialogues | ||
Pedarayudu | [2][1] | ||
1996 | Adirindi Alludu | screenplay | |
Pelli Sandadi | |||
1997 | Pelli | [1] | |
1999 | Raja Kumarudu | ||
2000 | Annayya | dialogues | |
Vamsi | screenplay | ||
2001 | Mrugaraju | ||
Daddy | dialogues | ||
2002 | Takkari Donga | screenplay | |
2003 | Pellam Oorelithe | ||
Fools | dialogues | ||
Johnny | |||
2004 | Anji | ||
Gudumba Shankar | |||
2005 | Subhash Chandra Bose | story | |
2007 | Madhumasam | dialogues |
References
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y "సత్యమూర్తి ఇకలేరు". Namasthe Telangana. 15 December 2015. Archived from the original on 26 January 2016. Retrieved 26 September 2022.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s Rao, Veereswara (15 December 2020). "90 సినిమాలకు కథా రచయిత, చిరంజీవి కెరీర్లో కీలక పాత్ర.. డీఎస్పీ తండ్రి సత్యమూర్తి వర్థంతి నేడు". Samayam (in Telugu). Retrieved 8 June 2021.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k "ప్రముఖ రచయిత సత్యమూర్తి ఇకలేరు". Andhra Bhoomi. 14 December 2015. Archived from the original on 7 June 2021. Retrieved 26 September 2022.
- ^ a b c రచయిత గొర్తి సత్యమూర్తి మృతి ! Cinevinodam.com
- ^ "Writer G Satyamurthy passes away at 61". News18. 15 December 2015. Retrieved 8 June 2021.
- ^ "Telugu writer Satyamurthy passes away". Indian Express. 14 December 2015.
External links
- G. Satyamurthy at IMDb
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