Relangi Venkata Ramaiah

Relangi Venkata Ramaiah () (13 August 1910 – 26 November 1975) was a comedian during the golden years of Telugu film. Hailing from West Godavari District of Andhra Pradesh, he has acted in several films as chief comedian, hero, anti-hero and character artist.

During his golden days, Relangi was so popular that he was paid equally as that of a main hero and heroine of the film. He was also a good playback singer in Telugu. His songs were so popular that people remember and enjoy till today.That impact was such that audience started expecting separate songs for his character in the movies though he was a comedian actor.

Early life

Relangi was born at Ravulapalem village of East Godavari district in Andhra Pradesh. He was a professional Harikatha performer and also an expert Harmonium player. He Grew up in Kakinada, he didn't show interest in education due to passion in acting.

Career

Relangi started his initial career acting in Stage and Folk Theatre and also took female roles in Stage Theatre.He started his Film Career by playing a Vidushaka (Jester) role in his first Telugu film Sri Krishna Thulaabaaram in 1935 under C. Pullaiah direction. Later on, he assisted director C. Pullaiah as a Production Manager till he got a major break with film Gollabaama released in 1947. After he played the comedy role in Vindhyarani which was a super hit, he was a regular face in all the movies made under Vijaya Films banner from 1950. He has grown so popular that...
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