For decades, films have been entertaining people, and cinephiles have been enjoying movies as their primary source of amusement. However, it’s the comedians who play a crucial role in making the audience laugh heartily in theaters and sending them home with a smile on their faces. Over the past few years, numerous comedians have made viewers laugh and earned their admiration. Now, let’s learn about 10 actors who have gained recognition as excellent comedians in the Telugu industry.
Brahmanandam
Brahmanandam is one of the stalwarts of comedy in Tollywood. With his comedic talent, he has become known as the “comedy Brahma.” He has acted as a comedian in over a thousand films and achieved a Guinness World Record. Recently, in the movie Rangamartanda, Brahmanandam portrayed a character that was entirely different from his previous roles. Always laughing and making others laugh, Brahmi delighted the audience with this film.
Ali
Ali is also one of the prominent actors in Tollywood. Like Brahmi, Ali has entertained the audience in more than 1,000 films. As an anchor and a commentator on TV Programmers, Ali has also made a mark. Comedy is synonymous with Ali, who has achieved that level of prominence. Apart from acting in movies, Ali actively participates in various charity events. Under his father’s name, Mohammad Basha, he established a trust and has been providing service to the elderly. Recently, the Andhra Pradesh government appointed Ali as an electronic media advisor.
Vennela Kishore
Vennela Kishore entered Tollywood with the film Vennela and became a star comedian with that movie. He has portrayed many roles with finesse and made the audience laugh out loud. Vennela Kishore has reached a range where if he is in a film, it’s bound to be a hit. His comedy acts in movies like Dookudu, ‘Denikaina Ready’, and ‘Bindass’ have captured the audience’s attention.
Sunil
Sunil is one of the top comedians in Tollywood. He gained immense popularity with his unique language and acting skills. Sunil acted in a lot of films as the lead hero. However, after not achieving much success as a hero, he is now seen in supporting roles again. In his second innings, he is also earning admiration for his villainous roles, such as his recent appearance in the movie Pushpa.
Prithvi
When you hear “30 Years Industry,” veteran actor Prithvi immediately comes to mind, as this is a famous dialogue from the movie Khadgam. Prithvi has made a name for himself with his remarkable comedic performances. His outstanding comedic timing has brought joy and entertainment to countless moviegoers across numerous films. He is particularly renowned for his humorous impersonations of actor Balayya, which never fail to evoke laughter in theaters.
Priyadarshi
Actor Priyadarshi caught everyone’s attention through the film Pelli Choopulu. He entertained the audience with his unique comedy style. Since then, he has acted in numerous films and established himself as a prominent comedian in the industry with the movie Jathi Ratnalu. Alongside his comedic roles, Priyadarshi occasionally appears as a hero and recently achieved great success with the movie Balagam.
Saptagiri
Saptagiri was introduced to Tollywood through the movie Parugu. He then gained recognition by acting in films like Ganesh, Sadhyam, Kandireega, and Nippu. His comedy in the film Venkatadri Express was a highlight. With the subsequent romantic movie Prema Katha, Saptagiri transformed into a star comedian. Since then, he has appeared in numerous films, entertaining the audience with his distinct comedy style.
Satya Akkala
In Tollywood, Satya Akkala is making a name for himself as a talented comedian. He has been delighting audiences with his performances as the hero’s friend in various roles. Satya’s comedy, rooted in his village persona and being notoriously mischievous, captivates the viewers.
Srinivas Reddy
Among the actors who have won the hearts of Telugu moviegoers as comic actors, Srinivas Reddy stands out. He made his entry into Tollywood with the film Istam and gained fame as a great comedian with the movie Idiot. Alongside his comedic roles, Srinivas Reddy has also appeared as a hero in several films. He has entertained audiences in movies like Geethanjali, Jambalakidi Pamba, and Jayammu Nischayammu Raa as a lead hero.
Shakalaka Shankar
Shakalaka Shankar, who began his career through the Jabardasth show, entered the film industry as a comedian. His comedy, characterized by his Srikakulam dialect, has entertained Telugu moviegoers. This has led to a steady stream of opportunities for Shankar as a comedian. He captured everyone’s attention with his incredible comedy in the movie Raju Gari Gadhi.
