Relangi Venkata Ramaiah

Indian actor

Died when: 65 years 105 days (783 months)
Star Sign: Leo

Relangi Venkata Ramaiah (13 August 1910 – 27 November 1975) was an Indian character actor, comedian and producer known for his works predominantly in Telugu cinema.

He was honored with the Padma Shri, for his contribution to Indian cinema in 1970.Relangi is known particularly for his comic expressions, and dialogues during the golden age of Telugu cinema.

Together with Ramana Reddy were a comedy double act during the era of early Tollywood.Notable Relangi performances include those from Gunasundari Katha, Missamma, Mayabazar, Nartanasala, Donga Ramudu, Iddaru Mitrulu, Chaduvukunna Ammayilu, Appu Chesi Pappu Koodu, Velugu Needalu, Vipra Narayana, Lava Kusha , Kula Gothralu and Preminchi Choodu.

The Relangi Art Academy Award was instituted in his honor for best comic performances.

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