K. Viswanath
Kasinadhuni Viswanath (Telugu: కాశీనాధుని విశ్వనాధ్; 19 February 1930 – 2 February 2023), popularly known as "Kalatapasvi", was an Indian film director, screenwriter, lyricist and actor who predominantly worked in Telugu cinema. One of the greatest auteurs of Indian cinema,[1][2][3][4] he received international recognition for his works, and is known for blending parallel cinema with mainstream cinema.[a] He was honuored with the "Prize of the Public" at the "Besançon Film Festival of France" in 1981.[7] In 1992, he received the Andhra Pradesh state Raghupathi Venkaiah Award, and the civilian honour Padma Shri for his contribution to the field of arts. In 2017, he was conferred with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, the highest award in Indian cinema.[8][9][10]
K. Vishwanath | |
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| Telugu: కాశీనాధుని విశ్వనాధ్ | |
K. Vishwanath at the National Film Awards Function, 2017 | |
| Born | Kasinadhuni Viswanath 19 February 1930 |
| Died | 2 February 2023 (aged 92) |
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| Years active | 1951–2023 |
| Works | Full list |
| Awards | Padma Shri (1992) Dadasaheb Phalke Award (2016) |
Viswanath started his film career as an audiographer and over sixty years, he has directed 53 feature films in a variety of genres, including central themes based on performing arts, visual arts, aesthetics, melodrama, and poetry.[5][3][4] Viswanath's filmography is known for addressing the issues of caste, colour, disability, gender discrimination, misogyny, alcoholism and socio-economic challenges[11] through liberal arts medium.[3][4]
Viswanath's classic blockbusters Sankarabharanam (1980) and Sagara Sangamam (1983) were featured among CNN-IBN's 100 greatest Indian films of all time.[12] His directorial works Sankarabharanam and Saptapadi (1981) fetched the National Film Awards for Best Popular Feature Film and Best Feature Film on National Integration, respectively. Sankarabharanam, was featured at the 8th IFFI,[13][14] the Tashkent Film Festival, the Moscow International Film Festival,[15] and the Besançon Film Festival.[16]
Viswanath's Swathi Muthyam (1986) was India's official entry to the 59th Academy Awards. Swathi Muthyam, Sagara Sangamam and Sirivennela (1986), were featured at the Asia-Pacific Film Festival.[17] Swayamkrushi (1987) was screened to special mention at the Moscow International Film Festival.[18] Sankarabharanam, Sagara Sangamam, Sruthilayalu (1987), Swarnakamalam (1988), and Swathi Kiranam (1992) were featured in the Indian Panorama sections of IFFI,[19][20] Ann Arbor Film Festival,[21][22] and AISFM Film Festival respectively.[23]
Viswanath is a recipient of five National Film Awards, seven state Nandi Awards, ten Filmfare Awards South, and a Filmfare Award in Hindi.[24] His directorial works which are produced by Poornodaya Movie Creations were screened to special mention at the Moscow International Film Festival; such films were dubbed into Russian language and have been theatrically released in Moscow.[25][26]
Early life edit
Viswanath was born on 19 February 1930 in a Telugu family to Kasinadhuni Subramanyam and Kasinadhuni Saraswathy (Saraswathamma) in Repalle of Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh.[27] His ancestral roots come from Pedapulivarru, Andhra Pradesh, a small village on the banks of River Krishna.[28][29] Viswanath studied Intermediate from Guntur Hindu College, and holds a BSc degree from Andhra Christian College of Andhra University.[30] He began his career as a sound recordist at Vauhini Studios in Madras, where his father was an associate. There, he apprenticed under the guidance of A Krishnan, who was the Head of Sound Engineering at Vauhini. Viswanath and A Krishnan developed a close rapport and later after the former made the transition into film direction, he would always bounce ideas off the latter. Viswanath made his entry into film direction at Annapurna Pictures under Adurthi Subba Rao and K. Ramnoth.[31][32] He wished to work as an assistant to director K. Balachander and Bapu.[30]
Career edit
During his early career, Viswanath was associated with Adurthi Subba Rao on National Award-winning films such as Mooga Manasulu (1964) and Doctor Chakravarty (1964).[3][4] Viswanath scripted Sudigundalu (1968), and directed works such as Aatma Gowravam (1965), O Seeta Katha (1974) and Jeevana Jyothi (1975) which garnered the state Nandi Awards, and were screened at the Asian and African film Festival at Tashkent.[33][5]
In 1951 he started as an assistant director in the Telugu-Tamil Film Pathala Bhairavi (1951). In 1965, Viswanath debuted as a director with Telugu film Aatma Gowravam (1965), which won the Nandi Award for Best Feature Film of the year. Viswanath followed it up with drama films Chelleli Kapuram (1971), Sarada (1973), O Seeta Katha (1974) and Jeevana Jyoti (1975) which are women-centric films.[3][4] It was in Siri Siri Muvva (1976) that the artistic touch in his craft first became visible.[3][4]
Sankarabharanam (1980) highlights the neglect of traditional Indian music under the increasing influence of western music. The film brings out the grandeur of Carnatic music, the traditional South Indian music towards the end. Bhaskaran, a media and film researcher from Chennai has documented, in his study of South Indian music culture, how Sankarabharanam contributed to the revival of Carnatic music in a big way.[34] The film broke many commercial records by running for over one year in cinemas. In a recent study published in Journal of Dance, Movements & Spiritualities published by "Intellect Group" of the United Kingdom, C. S. H. N. Murthy, a media and film studies scholar from India, has demonstrated how Viswanath's filmography embraces a wide spectrum of characters that include mentally and physically challenged subjects as well, like the film Sarada (1973), which exploits a psychologically deranged woman, Swathi Muthyam (1986), which exploits an autistic man's humanism, Sirivennela (1986) which revels in situations between deaf and dumb characters, and Kalam Marindi (1972), which dwells on characters stuck in a caste-based society.[3][4]
Film researcher, C. S. H. N. Murthy observed that Viswanath's films offer a pathway towards inclusiveness, affecting positive spiritual change at both personal and social levels. Situating the content in the broad arena of de-westernizing media studies, through immersive and culturally embedded perspectives, Murthy endeavoured to offer modern and postmodern dimensions in Viswanath's films.[3][4]
Films with social issues edit
Viswanath has made many films dealing with a wide range of human and social issues: Saptapadi, Sirivennela, Sutradharulu, Subhalekha, Sruthilayalu, Subha Sankalpam, Aapadbandhavudu, Swayam Krushi, and Swarnakamalam have lead characters representing different strata of society, meticulously etched to suit the larger picture.[3][4]
In Saptapadi, he decries the evils of untouchability and the caste system. In Subhodayam and Swayam Krushi he emphasizes the dignity and respectability of manual labor. In Subhalekha, he deals, in a humorous way, with the dowry system – one of the major evils in today's society. While Sutradharulu urges present-day society to recognize the need to adopt the ideals of non-violence, Swati Kiranam depicts the harm that can be caused by the basic instincts of envy and anger in a man, however accomplished he may be.[3][4]
In spite of the nature of these subjects, they are presented in a subtle manner with an imaginative storyline, with just the right amount of emphasis on the intended message. Yet Viswanath's films were never offbeat cinema, but wholesome entertainers those elevated the lead actors' image. He is a director with social-conscious mind and who believes cinema can bring out desirable changes in society if presented in a format liked by a cross-section of audience.[3][4]
Association with Poornodaya Creations edit
Edida Nageswara Rao founded "Poornodaya Movie Creations", which encouraged Viswanath to make aesthetic films.[35][36][25] Poornodaya has produced several of Viswanath's films like Sankarabharanam, Swatimutyam, Saagarasangamam, Sutradharulu, and Aapadbandhavudu. Most of these films were dubbed into Russian and were screened at the Moscow Film Festival.[35][36][37]
Hindi cinema edit
Viswanath has also directed Hindi language films such as Sargam (1979), Kaamchor (1982), Shubh Kaamna (1983), Jaag Utha Insan (1984), Sur Sangam (1985), Sanjog (1985), Eeshwar (1989), Sangeet (1992) and Dhanwan (1993). Some of these films (especially his collaboration with actress Jaya Prada) have been super hits at the box office.[38]
Acting edit
In 1995, Viswanath debuted as an actor with Telugu film Subha Sankalpam. As a character actor, he has appeared in works such as Vajram (1995), Kalisundam Raa (2000), Narasimha Naidu (2001), Nuvvu Leka Nenu Lenu (2002), Santosham (2002), Seema Simham (2002), Tagore (2003), Lakshmi Narasimha (2004), Swarabhishekam (2004), Aadavari Matalaku Arthale Verule (2007), Athadu (2005), and Pandurangadu (2008), and Devasthanam (2012). He essayed characters in Tamil works such as Kuruthipunal (1995), Mugavaree (1999), Kakkai Siraginilae (2000), Bagavathi (2002), Pudhiya Geethai (2003), Yaaradi Nee Mohini (2008), Rajapattai (2011), Singam II (2013), Lingaa (2014) and Uttama Villain (2015).[9]
Television edit
Viswanath had also acted in a few television serials; Siva Narayana Teertha on SVBC TV, Chellamay on Sun TV, and Suryiavamsam on Vendhar TV. He also endorsed brands such as GRT Jewellers and appeared in television commercials.[39]
Biopic edit
Viswadarshanam is an official biopic of K Viswanath, written and directed by Janardhana Maharshi, which tells the story of a 90-year-old acclaimed director.[40] The film was telecast on ETV (Telugu) on 19 February 2023, his 93rd birthday.[41]
Personal life and death edit
Viswanath was married to Kasinadhuni Jayalakshmi. Actor Chandra Mohan, and singers S. P. Balasubrahmanyam and S. P. Sailaja were his cousins.[42]
Viswanath died on 2 February 2023, at the age of 92, in Hyderabad.[43][44][45]
Filmography edit
As Director, Screenwriter edit
| Year | Title | Director | Story | Screenwriter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | Chaduvukunna Ammayilu | No | No | Yes | |
| 1965 | Aatma Gowravam | Yes | No | Yes | Nandi Award for Best Feature Film (Bronze); Debut as a director |
| 1967 | Private Master | Yes | No | Yes | |
| 1968 | Sudigundalu | No | No | Yes | National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Telugu Nandi Award for Best Feature Film (Gold) Filmfare Award for Best Film – Telugu Tashkent Film Festival |
| 1968 | Kalisochina Adrushtam | Yes | No | Yes | Also Dialogue Writer |
| 1968 | Undamma Bottu Pedata | Yes | No | No | |
| 1969 | Nindu Hrudayalu | Yes | No | Yes | |
| 1971 | Chelleli Kapuram | Yes | No | No | Nandi Award for Best Feature Film (Gold) |
| 1971 | Chinnanati Snehitulu | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| 1971 | Nindu Dampathulu | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| 1972 | Kalam Marindi | Yes | Yes | Yes | Nandi Award for Best Feature Film (Gold) |
| 1973 | Neramu Siksha | Yes | No | Yes | |
| 1973 | Sarada | Yes | No | No | Nandi Award for Best Feature Film (Gold) |
| 1974 | Amma Manasu | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| 1974 | O Seeta Katha | Yes | No | No | Nandi Award for Best Feature Film (Silver) Filmfare Award for Best Film – Telugu Filmfare Award for Best Direction |
| 1975 | Chinnanati Kalalu | Yes | No | No | |
| 1975 | Jeevana Jyothi | Yes | No | No | Nandi Award for Best Feature Film (Gold) Filmfare Award for Best Film – Telugu Filmfare Award for Best Direction |
| 1976 | Mangalyaniki Maromudi | Yes | No | Yes | [46] |
| 1976 | Siri Siri Muvva | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| 1976 | Prema Bandham | Yes | No | No | |
| 1976 | Jeevitha Nouka | Yes | No | No | |
| 1978 | Kalanthakulu | Yes | No | No | |
| 1978 | Seetamalakshmi | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| 1979 | President Peramma | Yes | No | No | |
| Sargam | Yes | Yes | Yes | Hindi version of Siri Siri Muvva | |
| Sankarabharanam | Yes | Yes | Yes | Prize of the Public at the Besançon Film Festival of France Special Mention – Moscow International Film Festival National Film Award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment Nandi Award for Best Feature Film (Gold) | |
| 1980 | Alludu Pattina Bharatam | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Subhodayam | Yes | Yes | Yes | ||
| 1981 | Saptapadi | Yes | Yes | Yes | Special Mention – Moscow International Film Festival National Film Award for Best Feature Film on National Integration Nandi Award for Best Screenplay Filmfare Award for Best Film – Telugu |
| 1982 | Kaamchor | Yes | Yes | Yes | Hindi version of Subhodayam |
| Subhalekha | Yes | Yes | Yes | Filmfare Award for Best Direction | |
| 1983 | Sagara Sangamam | Yes | Yes | Yes | Nandi Award for Best Feature Film (Bronze) Filmfare Award for Best Direction Dubbed into Tamil as Salangai Oli |
| Shubh Kaamna | Yes | Yes | Yes | Hindi version of Subhalekha | |
| 1984 | Janani Janmabhoomi | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Jaag Utha Insan | Yes | Yes | Yes | Hindi version of Saptapadi | |
| 1985 | Sanjog | Yes | No | Yes | Hindi version of Jeevana Jyothi |
| Sur Sangam | Yes | Yes | Yes | Hindi version of Sankarabharanam | |
| Swathi Muthyam | Yes | Yes | Yes | India's Official Entry for Best Foreign Language film at the 59th Academy Awards National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Telugu Nandi Award for Best Feature Film (Gold) Nandi Award for Best Direction Filmfare Award for Best Direction Special Mention – Asia Pacific Film Festival Special Mention – Moscow International Film Festival/ Also Lyricist | |
| 1986 | Sirivennela | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| 1987 | Sruthilayalu | Yes | Yes | Yes | Nandi Award for Best Feature Film (Gold) Nandi Award for Best Direction Filmfare Award for Best Direction |
| Swayamkrushi | Yes | Yes | Yes | Special Mention – Moscow International Film Festival | |
| 1988 | Swarnakamalam | Yes | Yes | Yes | Nandi Award for Best Feature Film (Gold) Filmfare Award for Best Film – Telugu Cinema Express Award for Best Direction Ann Arbor Film Festival |
| 1989 | Eeshwar | Yes | Yes | Yes | Hindi version of Swathi Muthyam Filmfare Award for Best Story |
| Sutradharulu | Yes | Yes | Yes | National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Telugu Nandi Award for Best Feature Film (Bronze) | |
| 1992 | Swathi Kiranam | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Sangeet | Yes | Yes | Yes | ||
| Aapadbandhavudu | Yes | Yes | Yes | Nandi Award for Best Feature Film (Bronze) Filmfare Award for Best Direction[47] | |
| 1993 | Dhanwaan | Yes | No | Yes | |
| 1995 | Subha Sankalpam | Yes | Yes | Yes | Filmfare Award for Best Direction[48] |
| 1996 | Aurat Aurat Aurat | Yes | No | No | [49] |
| 1997 | Chinnabbayi | Yes | Yes | Yes | [50] |
| 2004 | Swarabhishekam | Yes | Yes | Yes | 50th film/ Also lyricist National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Telugu |
| 2010 | Subhapradam | Yes | Yes | Yes | Last Film as a director [51] |
As an actor edit
| Year | Film | Role | Language | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Subha Sankalpam | Raayudu | Telugu | Debut as an actor |
| Kuruthipunal | Srinivasan | Tamil | ||
| Vajram | Chakri's father | Telugu | ||
| 1996 | Drohi | Srinivasan | Telugu | |
| 1999 | Mugavaree | Sridhar's father | Tamil | |
| 2000 | Kalisundam Raa | Raghavayya | Telugu | |
| Manasu Paddanu Kaani | Venu's father | Telugu | ||
| Kakkai Siraginilae | Sambasiva Iyer | Tamil | ||
| 2001 | Narasimha Naidu | Raghupathi Naidu | Telugu | |
| 2002 | Seema Simham | Visweswara Rao | Telugu | |
| Nuvvu Leka Nenu Lenu | Ramachandrayya | Telugu | ||
| Santosham | Ramachandrayya | Telugu | ||
| Lahiri Lahiri Lahirilo | Balaramayya Naidu | Telugu | ||
| Bagavathi | Chief Minister | Tamil | ||
| 2003 | Pudhiya Geethai | Swamy | Tamil | Cameo appearance |
| Tagore | Chief Minister | Telugu | ||
| 2004 | Lakshmi Narasimha | Lakshmi Narasimha's father | Telugu | |
| Swarabhishekam | Srinivasachari | Telugu | ||
| 2005 | Athadu | CBI Officer | Telugu | Cameo appearance |
| Andhrudu | Sangeetham Teacher/Surendra's father | Telugu | ||
| 2006 | Valliddari Vayasu Padahare | Judge | Telugu | Cameo appearance |
| 2007 | Aadavari Matalaku Arthale Verule | Keerti's grandfather | Telugu | |
| 2008 | Yaaradi Nee Mohini | Keerti's grandfather | Tamil | |
| Pandurangadu | Pandurangadu's father | Telugu | ||
| 2011 | Mr. Perfect | Maggie's grandfather | Telugu | |
| Rajapattai | Dakshanamurthy | Tamil | ||
| 2012 | Devasthanam | Srimannarayana | Telugu | |
| 2013 | Singam II | Chief Minister | Tamil | |
| 2014 | Lingaa | Karunakara | Tamil | |
| 2015 | Uttama Villain | Poornachandra Rao | Tamil | |
| 2016 | Hyper | Chief Minister | Telugu | |
| 2018 | Prema Baraha | Seenu | Kannada | |
| Sollividava | Seenu | Tamil | ||
| 2022 | Oppanda | Rangaswamy | Kannada | Last film as an actor |
Other roles edit
| Year | Film | Language | Credits | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | Pathala Bhairavi | Telugu Tamil | Assistant director | ||
| 1957 | Thodi Kodallu | Telugu | Audiographer | National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Telugu | |
| Enga Veetu Mahalakshmi | Tamil | Audiographer | |||
| 1959 | Banda Ramudu | Telugu | Audiographer | ||
| 1961 | Iddaru Mitrulu | Telugu | Assistant director | ||
| 1964 | Mooga Manasulu | Telugu | Assistant director | National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Telugu Filmfare Award for Best Film – Telugu | |
| 1964 | Doctor Chakravarty | Telugu | Assistant director | National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Telugu Nandi Award for Best Feature Film (Gold) |
Style, Critique & Public Perception edit
Awards edit
Other honours edit
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Viswa Vikhyata Darsaka Sarvabhowma for achievement in direction.[6] | |
| 2012 | Chittoor V. Nagayya Puraskaram for lifetime achievement in cinema.[5] | |
| 2017 | Film Nagar Cultural Center – Hyderabad Award for achievement in cinema. | [60] |
| 2017 | Telugu Film Director's Association Award for achievement in direction | [61] |
| 2017 | Aathmeeya Sanmanam from Government of Andhra Pradesh for achievement in cinema at Vijayawada Thummalapalli Kalakshetram | [62] |
Notes edit
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External links edit
- K. Viswanath at IMDb