Vallabhaneni Janardhan
Vallabhaneni Janardhan | |
|---|---|
| Born | September 25, 1959 |
| Died | December 29, 2022 (aged 63) Hyderabad, India |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, producer, director |
| Spouse | V. Lalini Chowdary |
| Children | Abhinaya, Avinash |
| Relatives | Vijaya Bapineedu (father-in-law) |
Vallabhaneni Janardhan (25 September 1959 – 29 December 2022) was an Indian actor, director, and producer known for his work in Telugu cinema.[1] Over his career, he acted in more than 120 films and directed several projects.[2]
Janardhan's most notable role is in the 1991 film Gang Leader. He also appeared in significant roles in films like Surya IPS (1991), Stuartpuram Dongalu (1991), and Lakshmi Narasimha (2004).[3] In addition to his film career, Janardhan ventured into television with the show Anveshita (1998).[4] He was the son-in-law of filmmaker Vijaya Bapineedu.[1]
Early life and education
[edit]Janardhan was born on 25 September 1959 in Pothunuru[5] near Eluru, Andhra Pradesh into an affluent family.[2] He completed his graduation from Loyola College in Vijayawada.[6] During his college days, he actively participated in theatre, which ignited his passion for acting.[2] He went on to establish a drama troupe called Kala Madhuri, earning recognition as both an actor and director in theatrical performances before transitioning to the film industry.[7]
Film career
[edit]Assistant director
[edit]Janardhan began his career in the film industry as an assistant director under K. Raghavendra Rao with the film Gajadonga (1980). He continued to work in the same capacity for notable films such as Tiruguleni Manishi (1981), Ragile Jwala (1981), and Kondaveeti Simham (1981).[2]
Production and direction
[edit]Janardhan began his film career in production by founding Arjun Arts. He initially produced Mammagari Manavalu, but the film was ultimately canceled.[3] He then turned to direction, remaking the Kannada film Manasa Sarovara (1982) as Amayaka Chakravarthi (1983) in Telugu, which became a major success.[5] He also directed Thodu Needa (1983), a Telugu remake of the Hindi film Baseraa (1981).[8] Later, Janardhan established another production company, Swetha International, under which he produced and directed films like Srimathi Kavali (1984) and Paripoyina Khaidilu (1985).[9] Then, he directed the film Mahajananiki Maradalu Pilla (1990) under the supervision of his father-in-law, Vijaya Bapineedu. He was also involved in the production of Nee Kosam (1999), the debut film of director Srinu Vaitla, which starred Ravi Teja in the lead role.[6][5]
Acting
[edit]Janardhan made his acting debut in his own directorial venture, Srimathi Kavali, stepping into a role when another actor was unavailable.[6] He went on to appear in supporting roles in several acclaimed films, including Gang Leader (1991), Stuartpuram Dongalu (1991), and Surya IPS (1991). He acted in several films directed by his father-in-law, Vijaya Bapineedu.[3] His portrayal of a police officer in Gang Leader garnered significant recognition and is considered one of the most notable performances of his career.[1][4]
Personal life
[edit]Janardhan married V. Lalini Chowdary, the third daughter of producer-director Vijaya Bapineedu.[9] The couple had three children: Swetha (who died at a young age),[5] Abhinaya, and Avinash.[4][1] Janardhan died on 29 December 2022 in Hyderabad after a prolonged illness at the age of 63.[10][11]
Filmography
[edit]Director
[edit]- Amayaka Chakravarthi (1983)
- Thodu Needa (1983)
- Srimathi Kavali (1984)
- Paripoyina Khaidilu (1985)
- Mahajananiki Maradalu Pilla (1990)
Directorial supervision
- Mee Aayana Jagratha (1998)
Actor
[edit]Films
[edit]- Srimathi Kavali (1984)
- Gang Leader (1991) as Latha's father
- Stuartpuram Dongalu (1991)
- People's Encounter (1991) as Home Minister
- Surya IPS (1991) as Jailor
- Valu Jada Tholu Beltu (1992) as S.I.
- Akka Pettanam Chelleli Kapuram (1993)
- Kishkindha Kanda (1994)
- Vajram (1995)
- Family (1996)
- Ladies Doctor (1996) as 30-60-Patta-Katti
- Okkadu Chalu (2000)
- Budget Padmanabham (2001) as Padmanabham's boss
- Lakshmi Narasimha (2004)
- Nagaram (2008)
- Bhale Dongalu (2008)
- Adhineta (2009)
Television
[edit]- Ruthuragalu (1997–2000)
- Anveshitha (1998)
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d Rajpal, Roktim (29 December 2022). "Veteran Telugu filmmaker and actor Vallabhaneni Janardhan passes away at 63". India Today. Retrieved 24 November 2024.
- ^ a b c d Thanjavur, Kiran Kumar (29 December 2022). "Vallabhaneni Janardhan: వామ్మో.. చిరంజీవి విలన్ వల్లభనేని జనార్దన్ దగ్గర అన్ని వందల కోట్ల ఆస్తులున్నాయా." News18 (in Telugu). Retrieved 24 November 2024.
- ^ a b c "Veteran Telugu cinema Actor, Director, Producer Vallabhaneni Janardhan passes away". The Economic Times. 29 December 2022. ISSN 0013-0389. Retrieved 24 November 2024.
- ^ a b c "Gang Leader actor Vallabhaneni Janardhan passes away at age 63". The Times of India. 29 December 2022. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 24 November 2024.
- ^ a b c d "Vallabhaneni Janardhan: సీనియర్ నటుడు వల్లభనేని జనార్ధన్ మృతి.. టాలీవుడ్లో మరో విషాదం". Samayam (in Telugu). 29 December 2022. Retrieved 24 November 2024.
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- ^ "Vallabhaneni Janardhan: 'గ్యాంగ్లీడర్'లో సుమలత తండ్రి.. ఇక లేరు". Eenadu (in Telugu). 29 December 2022. Retrieved 24 November 2024.
- ^ "'గ్యాంగ్ లీడర్'లో ఎస్పీగా నటించిన వల్లభనేని జనార్ధన్ మృతి - ఆయన బ్యాక్గ్రౌండ్ తెలుసా?". ABP Desam (in Telugu). 29 December 2022. Retrieved 24 November 2024.
- ^ a b "Vallabhaneni Janardhan Passed Away: వారం వ్యవధిలో మరో విషాదం.. టాలీవుడ్ సీనియర్ నటుడు జనార్దన్ మృతి!". Zee News Telugu (in Telugu). 29 December 2022. Retrieved 24 November 2024.
- ^ "Veteran actor Vallabhaneni Janardhan passes away". Namasthe Telangana. 29 December 2022.
- ^ "Actor-filmmaker Vallabhaneni Janardhan passes away". Idlebrain.com. 29 December 2022. Retrieved 24 November 2024.