Nandamuri Kalyan Chakravarthy is an Indian actor known for his roles in Telugu cinema during the 1980s.[1] He appeared as both a lead and supporting actor in approximately 15 films. Notable among his works are Thalambralu (1986), Inti Donga (1987), and Lankeswarudu (1989).[2]
Nandamuri Kalyan Chakravarthy | |
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Early life
editNandamuri Kalyan Chakravarthy is the son of N. Trivikrama Rao, film producer and the younger brother of Telugu film doyen, N. T. Rama Rao.[3][1] He is also the cousin of actor Nandamuri Balakrishna.[4] Trivikrama Rao co-produced several films with his elder brother, N. T. Rama Rao, which contributed to Kalyan Chakravarthy's early exposure to the film industry. Growing up in this environment, he developed a natural passion for cinema.[1]
Kalyan Chakravarthy shared a close bond with his father, whose opinions he highly valued. He would always seek his father's approval before committing to any role or script. If his father approved of a script, Kalyan would agree to it.[1]
Career
editKalyan Chakravarthy made his acting debut in 1986 with Athagaaru Swagatham, directed by Kodi Ramakrishna.[5] He gained recognition with this film and appeared in two more that same year, including Thalambralu, which was a success. His career continued with four more films in 1987, including Inti Donga, also directed by Kodi Ramakrishna. He later played a notable role in Lankeswarudu (1989), directed by Dasari Narayana Rao, which starred Chiranjeevi.[2] Kalyan Chakravarthy's acting career ended with Kabir Das (2003), directed by Vijayachander.[3]
During his acting career, Kalyan Chakravarthy followed his father's belief that being a hero required strong acting skills beyond dance and fight sequences. He worked in family-oriented films such as Akshintalu, Thalambralu, Inti Donga, Donga Kapuram, and Menamama, and later appeared in action films like Rowdy Babai and Rudra Roopam. He also portrayed Lord Rama in Kabir Das, adhering to strict disciplines in his role.[1]
His departure from the film industry was due to personal tragedies. The passing of his younger brother, Harin Chakravarthy, in a road accident, deeply affected him. Additionally, his father, Trivikrama Rao, suffered injuries in the same accident.[3] Unable to recover from these losses, Kalyan Chakravarthy left acting to care for his father and has remained in Chennai since then. After his father's death, he did not return to Hyderabad and focused on managing his real estate business.[2][6]
Personal life
editKalyan Chakravarthy's younger brother, Harin Chakravarthy, who also pursued acting, passed away in a road accident, deeply affecting their family, especially their father, Trivikrama Rao. His son, Prudhvi, also died in a road accident.[7] Kalyan Chakravarthy currently resides in Chennai and continues to work in real estate.[2]
Filmography
edit- Athagaaru Swagatham (1986)[8]
- Thalambralu (1986)[9]
- Mama Kodalu Saval (1986)[10]
- Inti Donga (1987)[11]
- Akshintalu (1987)[12]
- Donga Kapuram (1987)
- Marana Homam (1987)[13]
- Rudra Roopam (1987)
- Athagaaru Zindabad (1987)[14]
- Rowdy Babai (1987)[15]
- Jeevana Ganga (1988)[16]
- Prema Kireetam (1988)
- Menamama (1988)
- Lankeswarudu (1989)[17]
- Kabir Das (2003)[18]
References
edit- ^ a b c d e "Kalyan Chakravarthy: అప్పట్లోనే చిరంజీవితో నటించిన నందమూరి హీరో .. హఠాత్తుగా సినిమాలకు గుడ్ చెప్పడానికి కారణం ఏమిటో తెలుసా". TV9 Telugu (in Telugu). 9 July 2021. Retrieved 3 September 2024.
- ^ a b c d "Nandamuri Kalyan Chakravarthy: కళ్యాణచక్రవర్తి ఎందుకు తెరమరుగయ్యారు!?". NTV (in Telugu). 20 April 2023. Retrieved 3 September 2024.
- ^ a b c Navya Reddy (12 July 2021). "Nandamuri Kalyan Chakravarthy: ఈ నందమూరి హీరో ఏమయ్యాడో తెలుసా?". News18 (in Telugu). Retrieved 3 September 2024.
- ^ "Kalyan Chakravarthy". Telugu Filmnagar. 7 January 2016. Archived from the original on 27 April 2021.
- ^ "Athagaru Swagatham (1986)". Indiancine.ma. Retrieved 27 April 2021.
- ^ Shekar, Raja. "Nandamuri Kalyan Chakravarthy's Family Relationship". TeluguStop.com (in Telugu).
- ^ "Nandamuri Family: నటుడిగా ఎదుగుతున్న సమయంలో రోడ్డు ప్రమాదంలో మరణించిన నందమూరి ఫ్యామిలీ హీరో ఎవరో గుర్తుపట్టారా?". TV9 Telugu (in Telugu). 10 May 2022. Retrieved 3 September 2024.
- ^ "Athagaru Swagatham (1986)". Indiancine.ma. Retrieved 27 April 2021.
- ^ "Thalambralu (1986)". Indiancine.ma. Retrieved 27 April 2021.
- ^ "Mama Kodalu Sawal (1986)". Indiancine.ma. Retrieved 27 April 2021.
- ^ "Inti Donga (1987)". Indiancine.ma. Retrieved 27 April 2021.
- ^ "Akshintalu (1987)". Indiancine.ma. Retrieved 3 August 2020.
- ^ "Marana Homam (1987)". Indiancine.ma. Retrieved 27 April 2021.
- ^ "Athagaru Zindabad (1987)". Indiancine.ma. Retrieved 27 April 2021.
- ^ "Rowdi Babai (1987)". Indiancine.ma. Retrieved 27 April 2021.
- ^ "Jeevana Ganga (1988)". Indiancine.ma. Retrieved 27 April 2021.
- ^ "Lankeswarudu (1989)". Indiancine.ma. Retrieved 27 April 2021.
- ^ "Kabir Dass (2003)". Indiancine.ma. Retrieved 27 April 2021.