Lyricist Chandra Bose was awarded with the Athreya Award for 2007 at the Tyagaraja Gana Sabha held on 4th May. Seen at the felicitation ceremony were K Raghavendra Rao, C Narayana Reddy, V.V. Vinayak, S.V. Krishna Reddy, J.K. Bharavi, Suddala Ashok Teja, Dr. Nerella Venu Madhav and Achi Reddy.

Where N.Venu Madhav expressed his happiness on having another talent from Warangal honored, C.Narayana Reddy said that he was happy that his prediction came true "When I heard the song 'Manchukondallona Chandrama' from Taj Mahal I knew then itself that Chandra Bose will be a successful lyricist. He has the same style as Athreya. His lyrics are simplistic and good."

"It was my friend Srinadh who helped me get into this industry and it was Muppalaneni Siva who gave me my first chance." Chandra Bose said "It was through K.Ragavendra Rao's film that I got my break as a lyricist. Even though I have not met Athreya I am absolutely honored and thrilled to have received this award. I thank all the people who have given me an opportunity to showcase my work".