The Telangana folk industry is a vibrant sector focused on preserving and promoting the state’s rich, indigenous cultural heritage, including its distinct music, dance, and storytelling forms. This industry plays a crucial role in maintaining regional identity, often blending traditional rhythms with contemporary themes to resonate with modern audiences.
Below is an overview of key figures, maestros, and content for “About Us” profiles within the Telangana folk industry.
Key TFIDDDU Founders, and Cultural Ambassadors
- Ginnarapu Raju Kumar (Choreographer)
- Ashok Boge (Director)
- Poosala Raja Narendar (Director)
- Burra Natraj (Director)
Key TFIDDDU “Honourable President”, and Cultural Ambassadors
- Anthadpula Nagarju (Choreographer)
Prominent Folk Directors & Trainers
- Poosala Raja Narendar
- Burra Natraj
- Ashok Boge
- Durgam Swami
- Neerudu Swapna
- Are Naresh
- Jupaka Uma Maheshwar
- Katherapaka Srinivas
- Kandukuri Anil
- Sandamalla Naresh
- Gadila Vijay Kumar
- Boddu Soujanya
- Boini Krishna
- Sudhamalla Venkanna
Prominent Folk Dance Masters & Trainers
- Anthadupula Nagaraju
- Shanthiraj
- Erra Prashanth
- Durgam Raghupathi
- Chinthala Thirupathi
- A. Sai Kumar
- Paindla Rajesh
- K. Srikanth
- Veerla Prashanth
- Praveen Kumar Debba
- Thakur Manohar Singh
- Sunkari Sandeep
- Akkipelly Srinivas
- Kondra Mahesh
- Thota Sangameswar
- Rapolu Prabhudeva
- Janagani Santhosh Kumar
Main Folk Dance Forms
The industry centers around these key forms:
- Perini Sivatandavam: The official “Dance of Warriors” from the Kakatiya dynasty.
- Gussadi & Dandari: Performed by the Gond tribe of Adilabad.
- Lambadi: Vibrant dance of the Banjara community.
- Oggu Katha: Traditional storytelling through song, popular among Yadav and Kuruma communities.
- Dappu Dance: Rhythmic dance accompanied by percussion.
All Types of Folk Dance Forms