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{{Infobox television<br />
| image = Sneha (TV series).jpg<br />
| caption = <br />
| runtime = 18–24 minutes<br />
| genre = Investigative drama<br />
| creator = <br />
| creative_director = <br />
| producer = [[Ramoji Rao]]<br />
| director = [[Vamsy]]<ref name=":2"/><br />
| writer = Suman<ref name=":2"/><br />
| company = [[Usha Kiran Movies]]<br />
| cinematography = <br />
| editor = <br />
| starring = [[Kaveri (Tamil actress)|Kaveri]]<br />
| theme_music_composer = <br />
| opentheme = "Sneha... Sneha... Sneha..."<br />
| country = India<br />
| language = [[Telugu language|Telugu]]<br />
| network = [[ETV (Telugu)|ETV]]<br />
| released = {{Start date|1995|08|29|df=y}}<br />
| num_episodes = {{Approx.|200}}<br />
}}<br />
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'''''Sneha''''' is an Indian [[Telugu language|Telugu-language]] television series that premiered on [[ETV (Telugu)|ETV]] on 29 August 1995.<ref name=":6">{{Cite book |last=Kumar |first=Shanti |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=abPsWgqrmMMC&pg=PA10 |title=Gandhi Meets Primetime: Globalization and Nationalism in Indian Television |publisher=[[University of Illinois Press]] |year=2010 |isbn=978-0-252-09166-7 |pages=10 |language=en}}</ref> Directed by [[Vamsy]] and written by Suman, the series was produced by [[Ramoji Rao]] under the [[Usha Kiran Movies]] banner.<ref name=":2">{{Cite AV media |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cxjKnbF83sE |title=Sneha Serial Title Song |date= |publisher=[[ETV (Telugu)|ETV]] Saragalu |access-date= |via=YouTube}}</ref> Starring [[Kaveri (Tamil actress)|Kaveri]] in the title role, the show is an investigative drama featuring a strong and intelligent female protagonist.<ref name=":02">{{Cite web |date=3 August 2021 |title=TV Actresses: ఈ సీరియల్ నటులు మీకు గుర్తున్నారా.. ఇప్పుడు ఏం చేస్తున్నారో తెలుసా? |url=https://telugu.news18.com/news/movies/vintage-tv-serial-actress-present-personal-life-full-details-are-here-nr-980648.html |access-date=24 November 2024 |website=[[News18]] |language=te}}</ref><br />
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One of the first programs to air on ETV after its launch,<ref name=":6" /> ''Sneha'' originally broadcast on Tuesdays at 8:00 PM before moving to different time slots. The series consisted of approximately 200 episodes, with the initial 120 focusing on standalone investigative stories. The final 80 episodes shifted to mystery-based themes under the ''Atma Kathalu'' story arc, which aired concurrently with the popular series ''[[Marmadesam]]'' on [[Gemini TV]].<br />
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== Premise ==<br />
The story follows Sneha, an independent and resourceful woman who navigates the complexities of balancing professional responsibilities with family challenges. Her struggles and problem-solving abilities highlight her determination and resilience, making her a symbol of empowerment in her neighbourhood.<br />
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== Cast ==<br />
{{Cast listing|<br />
* [[Kaveri (Tamil actress)|Kaveri]] as Sneha<br />
* [[Gundu Hanumantha Rao|Gundu Hanmantha Rao]]<ref name=":2" /><br />
* [[Sakshi Ranga Rao]]<ref name=":2" /><br />
* [[Rallapalli (actor)|Rallapalli]]<br />
* [[Kallu Chidambaram]]<br />
* Raghu Babu<br />
* Edida Sriram<ref name=":2" /><br />
* [[Raavi Kondala Rao]]<br />
* [[Subbaraya Sarma]]<br />
* [[Suthi Velu]]<br />
* [[Chinna (actor)|Chinna]]<br />
* [[Uttej]]<br />
* [[Ramjagan]]<br />
* [[Devadas Kanakala]]<br />
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== Production ==<br />
''Sneha'' was produced by [[Ramoji Rao]] under the [[Usha Kiran Movies]] banner,<ref name=":2" /><ref name=":02" /> with the script penned by his son, Suman.<ref>{{Cite news |date=7 September 2012 |title=Ramoji Rao's son Suman dies of cancer |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/ramoji-raos-son-suman-dies-of-cancer/articleshow/16292400.cms |access-date=24 November 2024 |work=[[The Times of India]] |issn=0971-8257}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=7 September 2012 |title=Ramoji Rao's son Suman passes away |url=https://www.deccanherald.com/india/ramoji-raos-son-suman-passes-2359000 |access-date=23 November 2024 |website=[[Deccan Herald]] |language=en}}</ref> Renowned filmmaker [[Vamsy]] initially directed the series,<ref name=":2" /> but after his departure, other directors took over the project.<ref name=":4">{{Cite AV media |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u3XVcQixVe0 |title=Sneha ETV Old Serial |date=2024-02-14 |publisher=Teluguflame |access-date=2024-12-01 |via=YouTube}}</ref> The series was among the first to air on ETV following the channel's launch in August 1995.<ref name=":3">{{Cite web |last=Nadadhur |first=Srivathsan |date=9 June 2024 |title=A visionary legacy: How Ramoji Rao shaped the Telugu media landscape |url=https://thesouthfirst.com/entertainment/a-visionary-legacy-how-ramoji-rao-shaped-the-telugu-media-landscape/ |access-date=23 November 2024 |website=The South First |language=en}}</ref><ref name=":6" /><br />
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== Themes ==<br />
The serial highlighted societal issues such as the importance of financial prudence, humanity, and [[gender equality]].<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |title=Telugu TV Serial Sneha |url=https://nettv4u.com/about/telugu/tv-serials/sneha |access-date=23 November 2024 |website=Nettv4u |language=en}}</ref> Its focus on a strong, intelligent female protagonist was considered pioneering in Telugu television and contributed to discussions about [[women's empowerment]] in popular media.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |last=Krishna Kowshik |date=5 December 2023 |title=స్నేహ, మెట్టెల సవ్వడి సీరియల్ నటి కావేరి ఇలా అయిపోయిందేంటీ..? |trans-title=''Sneha'' and ''Mettela Savvadi'' serial actress Kaveri—why did she become like this? |url=https://idreampost.com/telugu-news/movies/sneha-mettela-savvadi-serial-actress-kaveri-is-now-157174.html |access-date=23 November 2024 |website=iDreamPost |language=te}}</ref><br />
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== Music ==<br />
The title song, "Sneha... Sneha... Sneha... Chikku Mudulenno Chakkaga Vippe Okanoka Vanitha," written by Suman, gained popularity among viewers for its composition.<ref name=":0" /><br />
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== Release ==<br />
''Sneha'' premiered on 29 August 1995<ref name=":3" /><ref name=":6" /> and aired approximately 200 episodes. Initially broadcast on Tuesdays at 8:00 PM, its time slot was later shifted to Tuesdays at 8:30 PM, and eventually to Mondays at 8:30 PM.<ref name=":4" /><br />
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The first 120 episodes explored diverse topics such as [[Palm-leaf manuscript|palm-leaf manuscripts]], [[Gotra|gotras]] of prominent individuals, felicitation ceremonies, [[Ghostwriter|ghostwriters]], beauty parlours, and fraudulent film producers. The final 80 episodes centered on the ''Atma Kathalu'' story arc, which competed with the popular series ''[[Marmadesam]]'', airing concurrently on [[Gemini TV]].<ref name=":4" /><br />
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== Reception ==<br />
''Sneha'' received praise for its engaging narrative and innovative storytelling. Kaveri's performance as the lead character was particularly well-received.<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":1" /> The serial is remembered for its emphasis on equality and women's empowerment, securing its place as a significant show in early Telugu television history.<ref name=":0" /><br />
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The stories featured in the series were later compiled and published in book format, reflecting the show's popularity.<ref name=":4" /><br />
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== References ==<br />
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[[Category:Telugu-language television shows]]<br />
[[Category:ETV Telugu original programming]]<br />
[[Category:1995 Indian television series debuts]]<br />
[[Category:Indian mystery television series]]</div>JerryGuerrero