K. Devi Vara Prasad (6 December 1943 – 10 December 2010) was an Indian film producer known for his work in Telugu cinema. He was associated with several successful films under his production banner, Devi Films.[1]
Devi Vara Prasad | |
|---|---|
| Born | 6 December 1943 Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, India |
| Died | 10 December 2010 Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India |
| Occupation | Film Producer |
| Years active | 1970s–2001 |
| Known for | Telugu cinema |
| Notable work | "Gharana Mogudu," "Kondaveeti Raja," "Alluda Majaka" |
Early life and career
editDevi Vara Prasad was born on 6 December 1943 in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh. He entered the film industry with the encouragement of N. T. Rama Rao (NTR). His father, Tirupathayya, was a close associate of NTR, and Prasad was a partner in three of NTR's films. Initially, Prasad worked with NTR, producing films such as Katha Nayakuni Katha, K.D. Number 1, Tiruguleni Manishi, and Na Desam.[2]
Following NTR's entry into politics, Prasad began collaborating with Chiranjeevi, producing several successful films including Kondaveeti Donga, Manchi Donga, and the blockbuster Gharana Mogudu, which is considered one of Chiranjeevi's top hits. He also produced the successful film Alluda Majaka.[3][4] However, his later venture, Mrugaraju, directed by Gunasekhar, was a failure. His final film, Bhajantree, did not achieve the expected success, leading to financial losses and deteriorating health.
Filmography
editDevi Vara Prasad produced several successful Telugu films including:
- Bhale Thammudu
- Katha Nayakuni Katha
- Bhale Dongalu
- Manchi Donga
- Kondaveeti Raja
- Alluda Majaka
- K.D. Number 1
- Gharana Mogudu
- Mrugaraju
- Bhajantree
- Amma Rajinama
Death
editDevi Vara Prasad suffered from liver-related ailments and diabetes. He was admitted to KIMS Hospital, where he passed away on 10 December 2010.[5]
References
edit- ^ "Producer Devi Vara Prasad passes away". NDTV. 10 December 2010. Retrieved 10 September 2024.
- ^ "Film producer Devi Varaprasad dead". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 3 July 2020.
- ^ "Producer Devi Vara Prasad is no more". Idlebrain.com. 10 December 2010. Retrieved 10 September 2024.
- ^ Srinivas, S. V. (2009). Megastar: Chiranjeevi and Telugu Cinema After N.T. Rama Rao. Oxford University Press. p. 157. ISBN 978-0-19-569308-9.
- ^ Pratap (10 December 2010). "ప్రముఖ తెలుగు సినీ నిర్మాత దేవీ వరప్రసాద్ కన్నుమూత". Oneindia (in Telugu).