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This actor is known as the "Megastar" of Telugu Cinema.
Who is Chiranjeevi?
This river, called "Dakshina Ganga," flows through Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.
What is the Godavari?
A spicy tamarind rice dish often offered as temple prasadam.
What is Pulihora?
The Telugu New Year, celebrated in spring.
What is Ugadi?
This legendary playback singer is fondly remembered as "Gaana Gandharva" of Telugu cinema.
Who is S. P. Balasubrahmanyam (SPB)?
This actress made history in 2023 as the first Asian to win the Academy Award for Best Actress.
Who is Michelle Yeoh?
The capital of Andhra Pradesh after bifurcation (proposed/planned).
What is Amaravati?
This crispy, deep-fried snack made with rice flour and spices is a popular treat during Telugu festivals.
What is Murukku (or Chakralu)?
The festival that celebrates the harvest season, especially in rural Andhra.
What is Sankranti?
This Oscar-winning composer created the soundtrack for RRR and is known for blending folk with modern sounds.
Who is M. M. Keeravani?
Before becoming an actor, this Tollywood star and son of a legendary actor studied at the Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute in New York.
Who is Jr. NTR?
This city is often called the "City of Pearls."
What is Hyderbad?
A sweet made with jaggery, lentils, and ghee, usually during Sankranti.
What is Ariselu?
This festival celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters.
What is Raksha Bandhan (or Rakhi Pournami)?
This soulful Telugu song from Ye Maaya Chesave, composed by A.R. Rahman, became an anthem for young love.
What is “Vintunnava”?
This 2020 film starring Naveen Polishetty became a sleeper hit with its witty take on marriage.
What is Jathi Ratnalu?
The official state festival of Telangana.
What is Bathukamma?
This spicy, tangy chutney made from red chilies and garlic is a staple side in many Telugu households.
What is Allam Pachadi?
This unique festival, celebrated in parts of Andhra Pradesh, honors bulls and rural farming traditions with races and decorations.
What is Poleramma Jatara (or Gangireddula Panduga)?
This female playback singer, often called the “Nightingale of the South,” has sung in multiple Indian languages since the 1960s.
Who is P. Susheela?
This Hollywood composer, known for scoring Inception and The Dark Knight, publicly praised Baahubali's score and visual storytelling.
Who is Hans Zimmer?
This ancient Telugu dynasty ruled parts of South India from Warangal.
Who are the Kakatiyas?
This fermented batter dish from Rayalaseema is a mix of dosa and paniyaram.
What is Dibba Rotti?
This centuries-old temple festival in Srisailam involves a grand procession of deities and draws thousands of devotees from across Telugu states.
What is Brahmotsavam?
This genre of devotional Telugu music, often played during bhajans and early morning radio, features lyrics praising gods.
What are Annamacharya Keerthanalu?