Devulapalli Krishnasastri is a writer and lyricist in Telugu cinema, credited on Amma Mata (1972).
Devulapalli Krishnasastri (1 November 1897 – 24 February 1980) was a Telugu poet, playwright and translator known for his works in Telugu literature and Telugu cinema. He is known as Andhra Shelley. In 1976, Krishnasastri was honoured with Padma Bhushan, third highest civilian award in India. In 1978, he received Sahitya Akademi Award for his literary works.
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Also known as: Devulapalli Venkata Krishnasastri · Devula Palli Krishna Shastry
Filmography.
| Year | Film | Role | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | Amma Mata | Lyricist | Telugu |
| 1954 | Bangaru Papa | Writer | Telugu |
| 1953 | Naa Illu | Writer | Telugu |
| 1951 | Malliswari | Writer | Telugu |
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