Thapi Dharma Rao Naidu (1887–1973) was a Telugu writer, lyricist and social reformer. He wrote dialogues and lyrics for the films like Mala Pilla, Drohi, Thathaji, Bhishma, and Patni. He was awarded the Sahitya Akademi Award for Indian Literature. He had authored many books which were the eye openers for many in the field of social sciences in India, in particular South India. His books Vidhi Vilasam, many more have found a place in the annals of Indian literature.
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Thapi Dharma Rao | |
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Born | (1887-09-19)19 September 1887 Berhampur, India |
Died | 1973 (aged 85–86) |
Pen name | Thapi Dharma Rao Naidu |
Education | B.A. |
Alma mater | Pachaiyappa's College, Chennai |
Genre | Writer, Poet, Lyricist |
Notable awards | Sahitya Akademi Award |
Spouse | Thapi Anaapornama |
Children | Two daughters and three sons (including Tapi Chanakya) |
Thapi Dharma Rao Naidu had two daughters and three sons.
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