Chalam (born Simhachalam Korada) (18 May 1929 - 4 May 1989) was an Indian film actor, and producer known for his works primarily in Telugu cinema, and Telugu theatre.[1] In 1971 he produced and acted in Mattilo Manikyam which won the Best Feature Film in Telugu at the 19th National Film Awards.[2] In a film career spanning 30 years, Chalam was starred in about 150 films in a variety of roles.[3]
Chalam | |
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| Born | (1929-05-18)May 18, 1929 Palakollu, Madras Presidency, British India (now Andhra Pradesh, India) |
| Died | May 4, 1989(1989-05-04) (aged 59) |
| Occupation | Actor, Producer |
| Years active | 1953-1986 |
| Spouse(s) | Ramana Kumari (Died in 1964) Sharada (m.1972; div.1984) |
| Children | 3 |
Chalam married Ramanakumari, and changed his name to Ramana Chalam. They have 3 children. Ramana Kumari died in 1964 in a fire accident. Chalam later married, to Urvasi Sharada, his co-star in her debut film, Tandrulu Kodukulu in 1972.[4] They later divorced in 1984.[5]
Chalam died on 4 May 1989. Due to alcohol addication.in his final days he also suffered from depression.
Best Feature Film in Telugu (Producer) Mattilo Manikyam[6][7]