Bapu (movie director) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bapu
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Satthiraju Lakshminarayana
December 15, 1933 Narsapur, India
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| Died | August 31, 2014 (aged 80) Chennai, India
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| Other names | bapu |
| Alma mater | University of Madras |
Bapu (born Satthiraju Lakshmi Narayana) was a very talented Indian director. He was born on December 15, 1933, and passed away on August 31, 2014. Bapu was famous for his work in Telugu cinema, which means movies made in the Telugu language in India.
Some of his well-known movies include Hum Paanch, Mister Pellam, Pelli Pustakam, Seeta Kalyanam, and Sri Rama Rajyam.
Who Was Bapu?
Bapu was much more than just a director. He was a true artist with many skills. He was a music artist, a painter, an illustrator, a cartoonist, and a designer. His unique style made him very popular.
His Amazing Talents
Bapu's artwork was loved by many. He drew cartoons and illustrations that were full of life. His paintings often showed traditional Indian scenes and characters. He used his artistic vision in his movies too, making them visually beautiful.
Movies He Directed
Bapu directed many films, mostly in Telugu. His movies were known for their simple stories and strong characters. He often focused on family values and cultural themes. Many of his films are still enjoyed today.
A Big Award
In 2013, Bapu received a very special award called the Padma Shri. This is one of the highest awards given by the Indian government. He got this award for his huge contributions to Indian art and cinema. It showed how much his work was valued.
His Final Days
Bapu passed away on August 31, 2014, in Chennai, India. He was 80 years old. His death was caused by cardiac arrest, which means his heart stopped working. He left behind a wonderful collection of art and films.
