Kaikala Satyanarayana (1935-2022) was a veteran Indian actor, film producer and politician, primarily in the Telugu film industry. He served as the Member of Parliament from Machilipatnam constituency in the 11th Lok Sabha. Kaikala Satyanarayana is considered one of the most prolific actors in Telugu cinema, having appeared in more than 750 films in her career of over six decades. Kaikala Satyanarayana passed away on December 23, 2022, at her Jubilee Hills residence in Hyderabad, Telangana due to health-related issues.
Wiki/Biography
Kaikala Satyanarayana was born on Thursday, July 25, 1935 (died aged 87) in Kavutalam, Krishna District, Madras District, British India. Now Andhra Pradesh, India). His zodiac sign is Leo. He received his primary education in Gudravaleru and his secondary education in Vijayawada. Kekara graduated from Gudivada College in Andhra Pradesh. Kaikala Satyanarayana has loved acting since she was a child and performed many times during college.
Old photos of Kaikala Satyanarayana
appearance
Height (approximately): 5′8″
Hair color: salt and pepper (dyed black)
Eye color: dark brown
family
Parents and siblings
Kaikala Satyanarayana is the son of Kaikala Laxmi Narayana. Little is known about his mother. He has a brother, Kaikala Nageswara Rao, who is a film producer.
wife and children
Kaikala Satyanarayana married Nageswaramma Satyanarayana on April 10, 1960. He has two daughters and two sons. The name of one of his sons is KS Rama Rao and the name of one of his daughters is Kaikala Rama Devi.
Kaikala Satyanarayana cuts birthday cake in the presence of wife and South Indian actor Chiranjeevi
Kaikala Satyanarayana’s son KS Rama Rao
Rama Devi, daughter of Kaikala Satyanarayana
Profession
actor
Kaikala Satyanarayana was discovered by film producer DL Narayana, who offered him a role in the Telugu film Supayi Koothuru in 1959; the film marked Kaikala’s acting debut. Although the film did not perform well at the box office, Kekara gained attention due to his striking resemblance in height and physique to NTR. In 1960, NT Rama Rao invited Kekara to play the role of a prince in the Telugu film Sahasra Siracheda Apoorva Chinthamani. Later, Satyanarayana played the role of NT Rama Rao’s con man in many Telugu films. Kekara made his acting debut in the 1963 Kannada film Swarna Gowri, in which he played the role of Lord Parameshwara. He subsequently appeared in Telugu films Sri Krishnarjuna Yudham (1963), Pandava Vanavasam (1965), Paramanandyya Sishyula Katha (1967) and Bhale Rangadu (1969).
Kekara Satyanarayana in movies
He made his Hindi film debut in 1977 with the film Shri Ram Vanvas. Some of his Hindi films include Karma (1986) and Ghayal Sherni (1988). In 2002, he made his debut in the Tamil film Panchatanthiram, playing the role of Reddy. He first played a negative role in the Telugu film Kanaka Durga Pooja Mahima. He played the role so perfectly that he received many offers to play negative roles in several films. During his six-year film career, Kekara appeared in many super hit films including Narthanasala (1963), Yamagola (1975), Adavi Ramudu (1977), Daana Veera Soora Karna (1977), Kondaveeti Simham (1981), Subhalekha (1982) , Bobili Bramana (1984), Nari Nari Naduma Mulali (1990), Gang Leader (1991), President Gary Peram (1992) and Mulali Lee (2001).
Kekara Satyanarayana in movies
He was last seen in the Telugu film Maharshi (2019), in which he played Pooja’s grandfather. The film stars Mahesh Babu in the lead role.
Maharshi movie poster
film producer
Kaikala Satyanarayana owns a film production company called Rama Films Productions, under which films such as “Kodama Simham” (1990), “Bangaru Kutumbam” (1994) and “Muddula Mogudu” (1997) were produced.
politician
Kekara Satyanarayana had a brief foray into politics. He joined the Telugu Democratic Party in the early nineties. However, he did not participate in any elections for a long time. In 1996, Kekara contested the Lok Sabha elections from Machilipatnam constituency on the recommendation of Chandrababu Naidu. He won the election and became the Member of Parliament from Machilipatnam constituency in the 11th Lok Sabha. Satyanarayana retired from politics after losing the 1998 Lok Sabha elections.
Awards and Honors
- Telugu film Bangaru Kutumbam (1994) won the Nandi Award for Best Feature Film
- Telugu Viswa Vidyalyam awarded honorary doctorate (2005)
- NTR Vignan Trust Award (2008)
- Raghupati Venkaiah Award (2011)
- Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award (2017)
- Natasekhara, provided by non-governmental organizations (NGOs) at Anantapur and Gudivada Civic Centers
Kaikala Satyanarayana honored by NGO
- Kalaprapurna, courtesy of Qawwali Cultural Society
die
Kaikala Satyanarayana passed away at around 4 am on December 23, 2022, at his Jubilee Hills residence in Hyderabad, Telangana, after a brief illness. On December 23, his body was put on display at his residence. According to Kekara’s family, his last rites will be performed on December 24, 2022 at the Mahaprasthanam Crematorium in Jubilee Hills. Many Telugu actors are deeply saddened by the death of Kaikala Satyanarayana and have expressed their condolences on social media. South Indian actor Nani calls Kekara his “favorite actor” on Twitter
Kaikala Satyanarayana gaaru…one of my favorite actors from the golden age of Telugu cinema. Mana intlo Manishi la anipistharu. A legendary work. Condolences to the family. “
In October 2021, he was sent to the hospital after falling at his residence. In November 2021, he was admitted to Apollo Hospitals in Hyderabad after complaining of breathing difficulties. His condition is said to be critical and he requires respiratory support. There are also rumors that Kaikala Satyanarayana has passed away. Rama Devi (daughter of Kekara Satyanarayana) condemned rumors about Kekara’s death and said her father was recovering. She also asked the media not to publish false news. Ramadevi said,
My father responded to treatment. He is recovering steadily. He has started interacting with us. Yesterday, he gave a thumbs up to Dr. Madara Ravi Garu. No one needs to worry. TV channels should stop showing bad news. “
Facts/Trivia
- Kaikala Satyanarayana is fondly called Navarasa Natana Sarvabhouma for her versatile performances and natural style.
- He is a close follower of legendary actor and former chief minister of Andhra Pradesh Rama Rao.
- Apparently, famous South Indian actor Chiranjeevi visits Kekara’s house every year on her birthday.
Chiranjeevi celebrates ailing Kaikala’s birthday at Kaikala Satyanarayana’s house
- In 2012, Kekara appeared at the 59th National Film Awards as a judge for “South Zone II”.
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Source: HIS Education