Sir Arthur Cotton (1803 - 1899) was a British engineer renowned for revolutionizing India’s agricultural landscape through groundbreaking irrigation projects. His most notable achievement was the Dowleswaram Barrage on the Godavari River, completed in 1852, which transformed the Godavari delta into one of the most fertile regions in India. He also designed the Godavari Bridge, which enhanced connectivity and trade. Cotton’s contributions extended to the Krishna Barrage, which greatly improved irrigation in the Krishna River delta, and his modernization of the ancient Grand Anicut in Tamil Nadu significantly boosted water distribution in the Cauvery delta. These projects not only alleviated drought and famine but also elevated the livelihoods of countless farmers, earning him the title “Father of Indian Irrigation Engineering.”

Master Viswam was a popular child actor during the early years of Telugu cinema, celebrated for his natural talent and endearing on-screen presence. He began acting at a very young age and quickly became a household name in the Telugu film industry. Known for his expressive performances in Chandika (1940), Bhookailas(1940), Jeevanmukti(1942), Balanagamma(1942) ,

Sir Thomas Munro (1761–1827) was a distinguished British administrator and soldier who played a pivotal role in shaping British governance in India. Born in Scotland, he joined the British East India Company in 1779 and quickly gained recognition for his military and administrative skills. Munro participated in key conflicts, including the Third Anglo-Mysore War, where he proved instrumental in securing British victories against Tipu Sultan. He is best remembered for his tenure as the Governor of Madras Presidency (1820–1827), during which he implemented significant reforms. Munro pioneered the Ryotwari system, a land revenue system that dealt directly with individual farmers, bypassing middlemen and ensuring a more equitable taxation process. His approach was rooted in his deep understanding of Indian society, which he studied extensively. A firm believer in justice and fair treatment, Munro was known for his empathetic administration and efforts to improve the lives of the people under his governance. He was knighted in 1825 for his services. Tragically, he succumbed to cholera in 1827 while touring the northern districts of Madras. Munro's legacy endures as a symbol of effective governance and reform in colonial India, and his statue still stands in Chennai as a testament to his contributions.

KiranPrabha narrates most interesting parts of Thomas Munro's life in this episode.

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Kundan Lal Saigal (1904–1947) was a trailblazing Indian actor and singer, widely regarded as the first superstar of Indian cinema. Born in Jammu, Saigal’s journey from a railway timekeeper to a cinematic legend is truly inspiring. He joined New Theatres in Kolkata in the 1930s, where his unique singing style and soulful voice revolutionized Indian music. Saigal is best remembered for his iconic songs like “Babul Mora Naihar Chhooto Hi Jaye” and “Jab Dil Hi Toot Gaya,” as well as memorable performances in films like Devdas (1935) and Tansen (1943). His naturalistic acting and heartfelt singing set benchmarks in the industry and influenced generations of artists. Despite a brief career, Saigal’s impact remains unparalleled. His timeless melodies and powerful screen presence made him an enduring icon of Indian cinema. K.L. Saigal’s legacy continues to shine brightly as a pioneer of India’s golden era in music and films. KiranPrabha narrates the interesting anecdotes from Saigal's film journey.

This talk show discusses the life and extraordinary contributions of Charles Philip Brown (CP Brown), a 19th-century British officer who dedicated his life to Telugu language and literature. Despite a demanding career in the British government, he single-handedly collected, edited, translated, and published thousands of Telugu manuscripts, including classics and folk literature, effectively preserving a significant portion of Telugu literary heritage. Brown also authored Telugu grammars and dictionaries, significantly furthering the study of the language. His work was entirely self-funded and driven by personal passion, leaving an unparalleled legacy in Telugu studies.

Akkineni Sanjeevi (A.Sanjeevi) (1927-2002) was a well known editor and director who worked for multiple language films, mainly telugu film industry. in his 30 years film career, Sanjeevi edited hundreds of films in Telugu, Tamil, Hindi and Oriya languages. He was also a successful film director during 1960s and 1970s. He directed 8 Telugu films and 2 Oriya Films. Natakalarayudu, Akka Chellelu, Dharmadata are some of them. Award winning film editor A.Sreekar Prasad is Sanjeevi;s son.

ఓ అబ్బాయి, ఓ అమ్మాయి.. చిన్నప్పుడెప్పుడో అనుకోకుండా కలిశారు. మళ్ళీ ఎదురౌతారా? ఎదురైతే ఏమౌతుంది? జీవితగమనంలో సంబంధ , బాంధవ్యాలు ఎలా మొదలౌతాయి, ఎలాంటి మలుపులు తిగుతాయి? ఒకరితో ఒకరికి "ఏమి సంబంధము?" అనే సందర్భాలు ఎలా ఉంటాయి? విశ్వనాథ వారు వ్రాసిన అతి సున్నితమైన ప్రేమకథ.

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KIranPrabha narrates the interesting anecdotes behind the making of first Mayabazar Movie in Telugu in 1936.

#telugustory #telugukatha #tilak

జీవితం ఎన్ని దెబ్బలు కొట్టినా, ఎన్ని ఆటుపోట్లు ఎదురైనా, చివరికి మృత్యుముఖంలోకి వెళ్ళినా నవ్వుతూనే ఉండడం రామచంద్రరావుకే చెల్లింది. రామచంద్రరావు ఆ విలక్షణ ప్రవర్తన వెనుకనున్న రహస్యమేమిటి? దేవరకొండ బాలగంగాధర తిలక్‌గారి అత్యద్భుత కథనంతో సాగే కథ. పరిచయం, విశ్లేషణ - కిరణ్‌ప్రభ

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కౌముది ఎడిటోరియల్ - 2012 ఏప్రిల్

https://koumudi.net/Monthly/2012/april/april_2012_editorial.htm

Karnan is a 1962 Indian Tamil-language mythological film produced and directed by B. R. Panthulu. The film stars Sivaji Ganesan, NTR, Savithri, Devika etc. Its soundtrack and score were composed by Viswanathan, Rama Murthy. KiranPrabha talks about the background story of this film making and many more interesting anecdotes about this film.