Gutha Ramineedu

Gutha Ramineedu (Telugu: గుత్తా రామినీడు) (1 October 1927 – 29 April 2009) was an Indian film director known for his works in Telugu cinema. He is known for works such as "Chivaraku Migiledi" which won the Filmfare Award for Best Film - Telugu, "Maa Inti Mahalakshmi", "Palnati Yuddham", "Bangaru Sankellu" etc.
Early life and career.
He was born at Chataparru village in West Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh. He entered the cinema world in 1954 and made his film debut with "Maa Inti Mahalakshmi" (1959). It was the first picture completely shot in Hyderabad and Haranath debuted as a hero in this film. Famous actor Rao Gopal Rao worked as an assistant director for his film "Bhakta Potana" (1966) and in other films, including "Bangaru Sankellu" and "Mooga Prema". His last film "Yagnam" starring Bhanu Chander won Nandi Award for Best Feature Film in 1991.
Death.
He died in Chennai on 29 April 2009 due to a kidney-related illness. His wife died in 2017. He is survived by three daughters and a son.