 A play penned by him "Nalupu Telupu" (Black-white) later made into "Chelleli Kapuram" and received Gold Nandi award from Andhra Pradesh Government.Even films like "Neramu Siksha", "Annadammula Katha" were penned by him.Well known for his histrionics, Balaiah became a name to reckon with in character oriented roles.