Paramanandayya Shishyula Katha is a Telugu comedy-drama movie released in 1966. The movie features N.T. Rama Rao, K.R. Vijaya, and Chittor V. Nagaiah in the lead roles. It is based on a popular Telugu folk tale and is directed by C.S. Rao. The story revolves around Paramanandayya (N.T. Rama Rao), a wise and respected teacher who roams the countryside with his disciples. One day, he happens to come across a wealthy merchant named Dorababu (Chittor V. Nagaiah) who is in the midst of a crisis. His son, Raja (also played by N.T. Rama Rao), has fallen in love with a poor girl named Rani (K.R. Vijaya) and wants to marry her. However, Dorababu is against the match and has forbidden his son from marrying Rani.
Paramanandayya takes it upon himself to bring peace to the family by teaching them a lesson in humility and compassion. He brings Rani to Dorababu's house and tells him that she is his long-lost daughter who was kidnapped when she was a child. Dorababu and his family are overjoyed and welcome Rani into their home with open arms. Paramanandayya also teaches Raja a lesson in humility by making him work as a servant in his own house.
As the story unfolds, the audience is taken on a journey of love, betrayal, and redemption. The movie is a perfect blend of humor and drama and keeps the audience engaged throughout. The performances by the lead actors are outstanding, with N.T. Rama Rao stealing the show with his dual roles as Paramanandayya and Raja.
The music and songs in the movie are classic and still popular today. The song "Pendli Chupalu Thella Pettukoku" is a fan favorite and is still played at weddings and other festive occasions in Telugu households.
One of the notable aspects of the movie is the way it portrays caste and class dynamics in rural Andhra Pradesh. The movie highlights the plight of the lower castes and how they are treated by the upper castes. It also shows how education and wisdom can bridge the gap between the rich and the poor.
Overall, Paramanandayya Shishyula Katha is a classic Telugu movie that has stood the test of time. The movie is still popular among Telugu audiences and has been remade several times in different languages. The movie also holds a significant place in the history of Telugu cinema as one of the earliest examples of a successful comedy-drama. If you're a fan of Telugu cinema, this movie is a must-watch.
