Телугу is a Dravidian language predominantly spoken in the Indian states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. It is one of the 22 scheduled languages of India and has a rich literary tradition. With over 80 million speakers, it ranks among the most spoken languages in the country. The script used for writing телугу is derived from the Brahmi script and is known for its rounded letters. The language has a significant cultural heritage, including classical music, dance, and cinema, particularly in the Tollywood film industry, which produces films in телугу.