Goreti Venkanna
Gorati Venkataiah (born 4 April 1965), better known as Goreti Venkanna, is an Indian poet and singer known for his works in Telugu literature.[1] He became popular after his song "Palle Kanneru Peduthundo" in the film Kubusam. He also acted as a judge for the folk song program Rela Re Rela on Star Maa.[2] In November 2020, Goreti was nominated as a Member of Legislative Council (MLC) in Telangana.[3] In 2021, he won the Sahitya Akademi Award in poetry category for his work Vallanki Taalam.[4]
Gorati Venkanna | |
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 Goreti in 2014 | |
| Born | Gorati Venkataiah 4 April 1965 Gowraram |
| Occupation | Lyricist, poet, singer |
| Language | Telugu |
| Genre | Folk, filmi |
| Years active | 2000–present |
| Notable awards |
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| Member of Telangana Legislative Council | |
| Assumed office 15 November 2020 | |
| Constituency | Nominated |
| Spouse | Anasuya |
Early life
Goreti Venkataiah was born on 4 April 1965 in Gowraram village of present-day Nagarkurnool district in Telangana, India to Goreti Narasiah and Eeramam.[5] Most of his childhood was spent in singing the native folk songs describing the lives of peasants and the farmers of Telangana. He is one of the famous singers and lyricists from Telangana.
Goreti completed his postgraduate in MA and worked in Government services. He is married to Anasuya.[5]
Career
Goreti Venkanna is the lyricist for the Telugu movie, Batukamma.[6]
Although, he is not a commercial movie lyricist, he composed songs for various movies. Most popular amongst these is Palle Kanneeru Pedutundo from the movie Kubusam. He also composed a song about the Rayalaseema factionism sung on TV 9 channel a popular news channel. His other works though not limited to, include a song for the movie "Maisamma IPS". His songs are predominantly known for their composition on the Telangana State.
Books
Venkanna's songs are published:
- Eku naadam Motha
- Rela Poothalu
- Alasandra Vanka
- Pusina Punnam
- Vallanki Taalam
Awards
- 2006: Kala Ratna or Hamsa Award for Literature from AP State Government[7]
- 2016: Kaloji Narayana Rao Award from Telangana State Government.[8]
- 2021: Sahitya Akademi Award for Vallanki Taalam from Ministry of Culture, Government of India.[4]
Filmography
- Encounter
- Sri Ramulayya
- Kubusam
- Vegu Chukkalu
- Maha Yagnam
- Maisamma IPS
- Bathukamma
- Nagaram Nidra Potunna Vela
- People's War
- Bhandook
- Basthi
- Bilalpur Police Station
- Annadata Sukhibhava
- Mallesham
- Dorasaani
- Sheesh Mahal[9][10][11]
References
- Andhra Pradesh News : Bypolls keep cultural troupes busy. The Hindu (9 May 2008). Retrieved 25 August 2011.
- T-dialect out of the closet – Times Of India. The Times of India. (7 January 2010). Retrieved 25 August 2011.
- Mayabrahma, Roja (15 November 2020). "KTR congratulates Goreti Venkanna on his election as MLC". The Hans India.
- Reddy, R. Ravikanth (30 December 2021). "People's poet Goreti Venkanna bags Sahitya Akademi award". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X.
- "Members Information - Legislative Council - Telangana-Legislature: SRI GORATI VENKANNA (VENKATAIAH)". Telangana Legislature. Retrieved 30 December 2021.
- Andhra Pradesh / Hyderabad News : Portraying Telangana’s woes. The Hindu (12 May 2008). Retrieved 25 August 2011.
- Andhra Pradesh / Hyderabad News : Hamsa awards are now Kalaratna. The Hindu (16 August 2006). Retrieved 25 August 2011.
- "Folk singer Goreti bags Kaloji Award". The New Indian Express. 3 September 2016.
- Raghu, Rusk. "You Must Check Out This Awesome OST Of "Sheeshmahal" Composed By Vivek Sagar Of Pellichoopulu Fame!". Chai Bisket. Retrieved 7 July 2020.
- Srinivasan, Latha (19 December 2015). "Hyderabad-based indie filmmaker takes the crowdfunding route for 'Sheesh Mahal'". DNA India. Retrieved 7 July 2020.
- Wirally, Team. "Come, Join Hands And Let's Help 'Sheeshmahal' Celebrate Cinema. You'll Definitely Be Proud!! - Wirally". Wirally. Retrieved 7 July 2020.