Illalu () is a 1940 Telugu-language drama film directed by Gudavalli Ramabrahmam.
Plot Murthy (Umamaheswara Rao) is married to Indira (Kanachanamala) and they live happily. Subsequently, he falls in love with Leela (Lakshmi Rajyam), an educated and sophisticated lady. He brings her home as his second wife, making Indira unhappy. However Indira performs her duties as the devoted housewife on one side and wins over her husband with patience and perseverance. Finally Indira emerges successful and they lived happily.
Cast Actor / Actress Character V. Umamaheswara Rao Murthy Kanchanamala Indira, wife of Murthy Lakshmi Rajyam Leela S. Rajeswara Rao Madhu R. Balasaraswathi Devi Sarala, wife of Madhu S. Varalakshmi P. Suribabu Radio artist
Soundtrack
There are some melodious songs written by Tapi Dharma Rao. Music is scored by S. Rajeswara Rao.Illalu songs at Ghantasala Galamrutamu. "Dina Dinamu Papadni Deevinchipondi Devalokamuloni Devathallaara" (Singer: Kanchanamala) "Jalavihagaali Gaana Vinoda" (Singers: Umamaheswara Rao and Lakshmi Rajyam) "Kavyapaanamu Chesi Kaipekkinaane" (Singers: Rajeswara Rao and Balasaraswati) "Koyilokasari Vachi Koosi Poyane" (Singer: S. Varalakshmi) "Neepai Mohamuno Krishna Nilupagalemoyi Krishna" (Singers: P. Suribabu and S. Varalakshmi) "Suma Komala Kanulela Kala Kaadanuma Bala" (Singers: Rajeswara Rao and Balasaraswati)
Box office It was a hit in those days, resulting in production of many films with similar concept.
References
External links Illalu 1940 film at IMDb.