K. M. Radha Krishnan
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K. M. Radha Krishnan is an Indian music composer known for his works predominantly in Telugu cinema.[1] Some of his most notable works are Anand (2004), Godavari (2006), and Chandamama (2007). In 2006, he received the state Nandi Award for Best Music Director.[2][3][4]
Background
K. M. Radha Krishnan was born in Wanaparthy and studied there until year three. He then went to Coimbatore and returned after a few years to complete schooling in Gadwal. His father K. V Mohan, who worked for All India Radio since 1973, was Radha Krishnan's inspiration to become a musician. His father used to sing light music and was also a stage actor, performing in over 500 stage shows.[1] Inspired by his father, Radha Krishnan learned Hindustani classical music with the help of Chaganti Lakshmi for a couple of years. He settled in Hyderabad, where he completed diploma at Hyderabad Music College and trained as a music teacher.[1] He learned western classical music from Arnold for a couple of years and Carnatic classical music from Vengamamba. He conducted research on blending Hindustani music.[5]
Early career
K. M. Radha Krishnan aspired to become a singer like S. P. Balasubrahmanyam during his youth. He practiced and improvised his father's music. After two years, he started analyzing songs and realized he could be a composer. While seeking opportunities as a music director in the film industry, he composed the background music for Sunil Kumar Reddy's film Silence Please. After a two-year gap, he scored music for a children's film called ‘Hero’.[3]
Discography
As composer
| Year | Title | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Silence Please | Background score only |
| 2002 | Hero | |
| 2004 | Anand | |
| 2004 | Megham | |
| 2005 | Kanchanamala Cable TV | |
| 2006 | Godavari | Nandi Award for Best Music Director |
| 2006 | Manasu Palike Mouna Raagam | |
| 2006 | Mayabazar | |
| 2007 | Chandamama | |
| 2008 | Siddu From Sikakulam | |
| 2008 | Bhale Dongalu | |
| 2008 | Baladur | [6] |
| 2009 | Raju Maharaju | Background score only |
| 2011 | Naaku O Loverundi | [7] |
| 2014 | Lakshmi Raave Maa Intiki | |
| 2018 | Oorantha Anukuntunnaru | [8] |
| 2018 | Shubhalekha+Lu | |
| 2024 | Konchem Hatke |
As playback singer
- 2004 - Anand
- 2004 - Megham
- 2006 - Godavari, Mayabajar, Manasu Palike Mouna Raagam.
- 2007 - Chandamama
- 2008 - Siddu From Sikakulam
- 2008 - Baladur
- 2024 - Konchem Hatke
As lyricist
- 2008 - Bhale Dongalu
Filmography
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Network | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Miss Perfect | Himself | Disney+ Hotstar | Cameo appearance |
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