Nerella Venu Madhav Horoscope

Nerella Venu Madhav (December 28, 1932 – June 19, 2018) was a pioneering Indian impressionist, ventriloquist, and mimicry artist, often called the "Father of Indian Mimicry."

Born in Mattewada, Warangal (Telangana), he rose to fame imitating celebrities, politicians, Nizams, and dialects in Telugu, Hindi, and English. Starting at age 16, he performed globally, including at the UN headquarters as the first Indian mimicry artist. He received the Padma Shri in 2001 and served as an MLC.

Yearwise Biography

• 1932: Born on December 28 in Mattewada, Warangal, to a modest family; showed early interest in mimicry and performance arts.
  
  
• 1947: At age 16, began his career performing mimicry in local theaters and events in Hyderabad, imitating regional figures and dialects.
  
  
• 1950: Completed matriculation.
  
  
• 1952: Joined Warangal Arts and Science College for his bachelor's degree. Principal B.V. Ram Narasu recognized his talent and supported him. 
  
  
• 1953: Performed at the All India Theatres Federation Conference in Rajahmundry, chaired by Hindi actor Balraj Sahni, gaining early recognition. Worked as a school teacher at Mattewada Middle School, Hanamkonda.
  
  
• 1960s: Toured India, honing ventriloquism and impressions of politicians like Nehru and Nizams; established himself as a professional artist.
  
  
• 1966–1970s: Acted in Telugu films like Gudachari 116, Devuni Gelichina Manavudu, and Nijabaludu.
  
  
• 1971: Nominated as Member of the Legislative Council (MLC) by Prime Minister P.V. Narasimha Rao, serving in Andhra Pradesh until 1977.
  
  
• 1974–1978: Served as a member of Sangeet Natak Akademi.
  
  
• 1976–1977: Director of Andhra Pradesh Film Development Corporation.
  
  
• 1978: Awarded the Kala Prapurna title by Andhra University for his contributions to performing arts.
  
  
• 1981: Received the Raja-Lakshmi Award from the Sri Raja-Lakshmi Foundation in Chennai for excellence in arts.
  
  
• 1980s–1990s: Performed internationally, including as the first Indian mimicry artist at the UN headquarters (exact year unspecified, around 1980s); entertained audiences with over 400 impressions, blending humor and satire.
  
  
• 2001: Conferred the Padma Shri by the Government of India for his lifetime achievements in performing arts.
  
  
• 2010s: Continued occasional performances and mentoring young artists; resided in Warangal, focusing on cultural preservation.
  
  
• 2011: Auditorium named after him: Dr. Nerella Venu Madhav Kalaa Pranganam in Warangal.
  
  
• 2015: Received Lifetime Achievement Award from Telugu Book of Records on his 83rd birthday.
  
  
• 2017: India Post released a commemorative postal cover in his honor.
  
  
• 2018: Died on June 19 at age 85 in Warangal due to multiple organ failure; mourned widely, with tributes from Telangana CM K. Chandrashekar Rao.

Family

• The parents of the legendary Indian mimicry artist Nerella Venu Madhav were Hari and Srilakshmi. His father Hari was an industrialist ((run Rice Mill) with a great interest in literature. His household was a hub of intellectual activity, with scholars well-versed in six languages frequently visiting. These literary and scholarly discussions had a profound influence on Venu Madhav's childhood, even though Hari was also a strict disciplinarian.
• Venu Madhav married Shobhavati and they had two sons, Srinath and Radhakrishna, and two daughters, Vasanthi and Lakshmi Tulasi.
• His daughter, Lakshmi Tulasi, also became a mimicry artist. 

Health

No major issues noted until later years; death from organ failure.

Wealth

Lived modestly; earned from performances and honors, but focused on art over accumulation.

Honors

• Padma Shri (2001).
• Kala Prapurna (1978).
• Raja-Lakshmi Award (1981).
• MLC (1971–1977).