Chitrapu Narasimha Rao was an Indian film director and producer known for his works in Telugu and Tamil cinema.Rao born in 1913, Andhra pradesh, made his directorial debut with Bhakta Markandeya Rao won Nandi Award for Second Best Feature Film (director) - Bhakta Prahlada.Some of his notable works are Mahiravana ,Dakshayagnam,Bhakta Prahlada and Bhishma.Rao passed away in the year 1985.