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Kota Srinivasa Rao

Legendary Actor
Indian Actor / Character Artist / Film Personality
Born: 10 July 1947 | Active: 1979-present
Actor Politician
Teacher's Note: Kota Srinivasa Rao is one of the most respected character actors in Telugu cinema, known for his versatile performances across various genres.

Career Highlights

1Early Career (1979-1985)
Kota made his debut with Maa Bhoomi in 1979.
Kota began his career with the film Maa Bhoomi in 1979.
2Breakthrough Roles (1986-1995)
His performance in Siva (1989) brought him widespread recognition.
His role in Siva (1989) established him as a prominent character actor.
3Versatile Performances (1996-2010)
He excelled in both villainous and comic roles during this period.
He demonstrated remarkable range playing both antagonists and comedic characters.
4Recent Works (2011-present)
Kota continues to appear in character roles, often playing patriarchs.
He now frequently portrays elder statesmen and family patriarchs.
Teacher's Note: Kota Srinivasa Rao has acted in over 500 films across Telugu, Tamil, and Hindi cinema, making him one of Indian cinema's most prolific actors.

Notable Achievements

1Filmfare Awards
Won Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor for Siva.
Received critical acclaim for his performance in Siva.
2Nandi Awards
Received multiple Nandi Awards from Andhra Pradesh government.
Honored by the state government for his contributions to cinema.
3Political Career
Served as Member of Legislative Council in Andhra Pradesh.
Transitioned into politics while continuing his acting career.

Iconic Roles

1Villainous Characters
His portrayal of antagonists in films like Siva and Kshana Kshanam.
Memorable villain roles that became benchmarks in Telugu cinema.
2Comic Timing
Demonstrated excellent comic timing in films like Chantabbai.
Proved equally adept at comedy with perfect timing and delivery.
3Character Roles
Played diverse supporting roles that elevated many films.
Brought depth and nuance to even smaller character parts.
4Recent Patriarch Roles
Now often cast as family patriarchs in contemporary films.
Transitioned naturally into elder statesman roles with authority.
Teacher's Note: Kota Srinivasa Rao's ability to seamlessly transition between intense villain roles and lighthearted comedy makes him one of Indian cinema's most versatile actors.