[3] During this time, he also developed an interest in English plays through his involvement with the Young Men's Happy Club in Kakinada, where he worked with future film industry figures like Anjali Devi and P. Adinarayana Rao.
[1] Subba Rao's dedication to the arts led him to skip his final school exams, and without informing his family, he left for Calcutta (now Kolkata) to pursue a career in films.
[1] Subba Rao made his debut as a director and producer with Palletoori Pilla (1950), a joint venture between Sobhanachala Studios and his production company.
[5] Although Rama Rao had previously acted in minor roles, this film launched his successful career in Telugu cinema.
His ability to adapt popular plays and collaborate with talented writers and composers helped solidify his reputation in the Telugu film industry.
[3] Later in life, Subba Rao faced financial difficulties, but his legacy remained intact due to the lasting impact of his films.
[1] Subba Rao made significant contributions to Telugu cinema, earning him recognition as a leading figure in the industry.
[6] Additionally, he introduced prominent actors like Vanisri and Dhulipala in Bhishma (1962) and provided early opportunities to S. V. Ranga Rao and Nandamuri Balakrishna.