Sri Kalasudha Telugu Association, established in 1998, has been a beacon of Telugu pride in Chennai, honoring individuals who have made significant contributions not only to the film industry but also to various other fields. The association, over the past 27 years, has consistently recognized and encouraged actors, technicians, and other professionals in the Telugu film industry with prestigious awards.
This year's Ugadi awards ceremony was held in Chennai under the auspices of the Sri Kalasudha Telugu Association, amidst grand celebrations, attended by numerous film personalities.
- Gaddam Saroja was honored with the Mahila Ratna Award. Speaking on the occasion, she attributed her success to the support of her husband Vivek and family, emphasizing that women can achieve anything with family backing.
- Guduri Narayana Reddy received the Ugadi Award for his historical film "Razakar."
- Cherry, accepting the Ugadi Award for the film "Mathu Vadalara," mentioned that Ravi and Naveen Yerneni couldn't attend, and he was accepting the award on their behalf.
- Renowned cinematographer Rathnavelu, despite his busy schedule with the "Peddi" shooting, expressed his happiness at receiving the Ugadi Award.
- Indraja received the Ugadi Award for her portrayal of Ailamma in "Razakar." She extended Ugadi greetings and thanked the association for recognizing her performance, also acknowledging her husband's support in her career.
- Producer AM Ratnam congratulated the committee members and assured the audience that Pawan Kalyan's "Hari Hara Veera Mallu" would be a treat, expressing his joy at receiving the award.
- Actress Rohini thanked the audience for their continued support, stating that she felt like a part of their family, and the award served as an inspiration.
- Chandrabose, who frequents Chennai during Dhanurmasam, expressed his happiness at receiving the award, praising Srinivas for organizing the event selflessly.
- SBI Managing Director Murali Krishna, a film enthusiast, expressed his delight at seeing the Telugu community come together to celebrate cinema, noting the coincidence of his daughter's name and Chandrabose's daughter's name being Amrita Varshini.
- Journalist Prabhu, who had received awards from numerous esteemed individuals, considered this award particularly valuable.
- Sampoornesh Babu expressed his joy at receiving such an honor, considering his humble beginnings as a gold ornament maker in a small village.
- Shyamala Devi reminisced about sharing the stage with Krishnam Raju, stating that his presence was still felt, and expressed her fondness for Chandrabose, Indraja, and Rohini, while acknowledging Prabhu as a family member and thanking the committee.
- RP Patnaik, receiving his fourth Kalasudha award, performed a skit with Chandrabose, which they had previously performed on the same stage.
The event was graced by thousands of fans, who were entertained by Gemini Suresh's lively anchoring.
