That was the year 1980 when Movie Halls used to be the main source of entertainment and the common man wished to see heroic acts of his favorite stars on the silver screen. Songs with fast beat and fights devoid of gravity use to win the hearts of the masses. However, Sankarabharanam has changed it all and rewritten the definition of a popular movie.

Host: Kamal

Born in Purulia, Mr. Dasgupta started his career as a lecturer in economics. However, he switched to film making in the late 1960s. Right from his first feature film Dooratwa, Buddhadeb received critical acclaim for his films. He won 12 national awards and was twice nominated for the prestigious Golden Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival. In 2007, he was given the Golden Athena Award at the Athens International Film Festival. A year later, he was conferred with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Spain International Film Festival in Madrid. These recognitions are mentioned only to give a glimpse of his talent. Let’s listen more about this outstanding filmmaker.

Host: Varala Anand

Kalateeta Vyaktulu is a serial that was quite popular during its publication in 1957. It portrayed the characters of independent and brave women. This novel was adapted to celluloid by the prestigious Annapurna Pictures. Stalwarts of Tollywood such as K.Viswanath, Adurti Subbarao, T.Gopichand, D.Madhusudhana Rao has worked for this movie with star casting of ANR, Savithri and Krishna Kumari. So, what made the novel so popular and how has it turned to be a successful movie as well? Here is the interesting analysis.

Host: Kamal

Bhupen Hazarika might be popular for his unique voice and heart melting songs. But he has many wonderful facets that can’t be ignored. Apart from being a great singer, Bhupen is a music director, director, producer and actor as well. Such unique talent has led him to achieve the status of a legendary singer along with remarkable honours like Dada Saheb Phalke. Let’s listen more about him.

Host: Varala Anand

There is a strong notion that best couples around us are the ones who don’t differ on any matter and have similar opinion on each and every issue in their lives. Is that true! Should wife and husband keep aside their character and thought process to agree with each other. Let’s find out the answer for this!

Host: Pushpa Bhaskar

It’s been more than 60 years since Jagadeka Veeruni Katha was released. It still captivates every viewer with its outstanding action, music, dialogues, cinematography and direction. Let’s find out why this movie is so special and eternal.

Host: Kamal

Deepti Naval has made her debut with Shyam Benegal's movie Junoon. Her first film revealed her talent as an actress to the world. She has also proved herself as a good director with international accolades. Deepti is also known to the literary world as a captivating author. Let's listen more in this episode of Sahiti Sravanti.

Host: Varala Anand

Velugu Needalu is a film produced by D. Madhusudhana Rao under the Annapurna Pictures banner and directed by Adurthi Subba Rao. The life of 2 friends Suguna and Chandram is portrayed as the people around them swing between happiness and misery. Listen to this podcast for more exciting information about this movie.

Host: Kamal

A midlife crisis is a transition of identity and self-confidence that can occur in middle-aged individuals, typically 40 to 60 years old. Some people who go through a midlife crisis will experience depression that affects their mood to the point that activities and relationships are negatively affected. Friends, family, and work may all be neglected. In this podcast, let’s ponder on the effect of the midlife crisis on husband and wife relationships and ways to get over it.

Host: Pushpa Bhaskar

Sugathakumari was an Indian poet and activist, who was at the forefront of environmental and feminist movements in Kerala. She was the founder secretary of the Prakrithi Samrakshana Samithi, an organization for the protection of nature, and of Abhaya, a home for destitute women and a day-care center for the mentally ill. Sugathakumari's notable works included Muthuchippikal, Pathirapookkal, Krishna Kavithakal, Ratrimazha, and Manalezhuthu. She won numerous awards and recognitions including Kendra Sahitya Academy Award. Listen to her poetry and know more about her in this podcast.

Host: Varala Anand