Samarla Venkata Ranga Rao, professionally known as S.V.R., was a renowned Indian film actor, director, and producer, who made a lasting impact in the Telugu and Tamil film industries. He is widely regarded as one of the finest method actors in the history of cinema, and his legacy continues to be celebrated as one of the greatest actors in Telugu Cinema.
Throughout his illustrious career, which spanned an impressive thirty years, Rao received numerous accolades, including National Honors, International Honors, State Nandi Awards, and the prestigious Filmfare Special Award - South. His impressive body of work has left an indelible mark on the world of cinema.
One of Rao's most notable performances was in the 1951 fantasy film, Pathala Bhairavi, which was screened at the inaugural India International Film Festival held in Mumbai on January 24, 1952. His portrayal of Nepala Manthrikudu, the tantric, received widespread acclaim and cemented his status as a master of his craft.
