Goreti Venkanna
Introduction '''Gorati Venkataiah''' (born 4 April 1965), better known as '''Goreti Venkanna,''' is an Indian poet and singer known for his works in Telugu literature. He became popular after his song "Palle Kanneru Peduthundo" in the film ''Kubusam.'' He also acted as a judge for the folk song program ''Rela Re Rela'' on Star Maa. In November 2020, Goreti was nominated as a Member of Legislative Council (MLC) in Telangana. In 2021, he won the Sahitya Akademi Award in poetry category for his work ''Vallanki Taalam''.
Early life Goreti Venkataiah was born on 4 April 1965 in Gowraram village of present-day Nagarkurnool district in Telangana, India to Goreti Narasiah and Eeramam. Most of his childhood was spent in singing the native folk songs describing the lives of peasants and the farmers of Telangana. He is one of the famous singers and lyricists from Telangana.Goreti completed his postgraduate in MA and worked in Government services. He is married to Anasuya.Relaputalu
Career Goreti Venkanna is the lyricist for the Telugu movie, ''Batukamma''.Although, he is not a commercial movie lyricist, he composed songs for various movies. Most popular amongst these is ''Palle Kanneeru Pedutundo'' from the movie ''Kubusam''. He also composed a song about the Rayalaseema factionism sung on TV 9 channel a popular news channel. His other works though not limited to, include a song for the movie "Maisamma IPS". His songs are predominantly known for their composition on the Telangana State.
Books Venkanna's songs are published:* Eku naadam Motha* Rela Poothalu* Alasandra Vanka* Pusina Punnam* Vallanki Taalam
Awards * 2006: Kala Ratna or Hamsa Award for Literature from AP State Government* 2016: Kaloji Narayana Rao Award from Telangana State Government. *2021: Sahitya Akademi Award for ''Vallanki Taalam'' from Ministry of Culture, Government of India.
Filmography * Encounter* Sri Ramulayya* Vooru Manadiraa* Kubusam* Vegu Chukkalu* Maha Yagnam* Maisamma IPS* Bathukamma* Nagaram Nidra Potunna Vela* People's War* Bhandook* Basthi * Bilalpur Police Station* Annadata Sukhibhava* ''Mallesham''* ''Dorasaani''* Sheesh Mahal
References
External links *  Interview in Telugu*  A blog featuring Goreti Venkanna's songs