Biography
Dasari Narayana Rao was an Indian film director, screenwriter, actor, producer, lyricist, and politician, primarily known for his work in Telugu cinema. Over his four decade career, he directed more than 150 feature films, earning a Limca World Record for directing the most films in the world. He was known by the epithet "Darsaka Ratna" and was recognized for addressing social issues such as gender discrimination, casteism, corruption and injustice through his films. Narayana Rao received numerous accolades, including two National Film Awards, 16 Nandi Awards including the Raghupathi Venkaiah Award, and five Filmfare Awards South including the Lifetime Achievement.
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Awards & recognition
- Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award – South · 2001
- National Film Award – Special Jury Award / Special Mention · 1998
- Raghupathi Venkaiah Award · 1990
Filmography7 titles
Sardar Papa Rayudu
Bobbili Puli
Swayamvaram
Yamudiki Mogudu
Lankeshwarudu
Gorintaku
Prem Tapasya