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    Anjali Devi's Top 20 Best Films
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    Anjali Devi, known as the reincarnation of Sita, was one of the leading first-generation actresses in Telugu. She was adored by audiences for her dignified portrayal of characters. Her role as Sita in the film Lavakusha brought her immense recognition. When she appeared on screen in that movie, the audience offered her Mangala Harathi in admiration. Let's take a look at the top 20 best films of this great actress.

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    1 . Peddarikam(undefined 00 , 1992)
    U|134 minutes|Action,Drama
    The plot centers around a family feud, with Basavapunnamma (Bhanumathi) instructing Janaki (Sukanya) to feign love for Krishnamohan (Jagapathi Babu) for revenge, which evolves into genuine affection.
    2 . Bamma Maata Bangaru Baata(March 09 , 1989)
    U|148 minutes|Comedy,Drama
    Surayya (Nutan Prasad) and Rajyalakshmi (Bhanumathi) are the grandparents of Krishna (Rajendra Prasad) who marries Seetha (Gauthami) against his elders' wishes. Krishna lies that they have a grandson to regain their love. The story unfolds with the consequences of this lie.
    3 . Palnati Yuddham(February 18 , 1966)
    UA|182 mins|Drama,History
    When Brahmanayudu tries to kill his son due to a prophecy, his nephew saves him. Years later, Brahmanayudu takes a harsh decision to protect his kingdom from his son's rebellion.
    4 . Bobbili Yuddham (December 04 , 1964)
    U|153 mins|Drama,History
    After his sister's suicide, Bobilli's commander, Tandra Paparayudu, decides to avenge her death and declares war on the Vijayanagara empire.
    5 . Laila Majnu(October 01 , 1949)
    U|169 minutes|Drama,Musical
    Khayas falls in love with Laila, but her father rejects their union, deeply affecting Khayas. However, things take a turn when Laila travels to Mecca.
    6 . Missamma(January 12 , 1955)
    U|181 minutes|Drama,Family,Romance
    Two unemployed graduates pretend to be a married couple to secure jobs as teachers in a small village school. During their journey, they develop feelings for each other.
    7 . Malliswari(December 20 , 1951)
    U|175–194 minutes|Drama,Romance
    In a system where beautiful young women reside in the palace without the freedom to meet men, Malliswari, who is deeply in love with Nagaraju, is forced to join despite her reluctance. Nagaraju and Malliswari experience the pain of separation.
    8 . Bhakta Tukaram(July 05 , 1973)
    U|166 mins|Drama
    Tukaram, a small trader, leads a sacred life with strong faith in God. Despite facing many hardships, he continues to have unwavering devotion to God.
    9 . Bhishma(April 19 , 1962)
    U|165 minutes|Drama,Musical
    Bheeshma tries to ensure justice for both Pandavas and Kauravas. When his efforts to broker peace fail, a dispute erupts between the cousins.
    10 . Jayabheri(April 09 , 1959)
    U|110 minutes|Drama
    Kashinath (Akkineni), learning music under Vishwanath, a music maestro, surpasses his teacher. At a performance, he challenges the lead actress Manjula (Anjalidevi), leading to a romantic and musical rivalry. Their conflict turns into love, and they marry in a twist of fate.
    11 . Palletoori Pilla(April 27 , 1950)
    UA|176 minutes|Action,Drama
    An officer named Jayanth abuses the people in his jurisdiction, seizing their food and wealth. When a young woman named Shanta slaps him, it completely changes his perspective on life.
    12 . Badi Panthulu(November 22 , 1972)
    U|165 minutes|Drama
    After retirement, Raghavarao faces difficulties from his wife and children. His children sell the house, separate the parents, and provide shelter on a rotation basis, causing them humiliation.
    13 . Bhakta Prahlada(January 12 , 1967)
    U|Drama,Musical
    Bhakta Prahlada is a 1967 Indian Telugu-language Hindu mythological film directed by Chitrapu Narayana Rao based on a script by D. V. Narasa Raju. It stars S. V. Ranga Rao and Anjali Devi. Roja Ramani, in her film debut, plays the title character. Bhakta Prahlada is produced on the AVM Productions banner by A. V. Meiyappan and his sons, M. Murugan, M. Kumaran and M. Saravanan. The film is based on the legend of Prahlada, a character in Bhagavata Purana known for his devotion to the Hindu god Vishnu.
    14 . Sri Lakshmamma Katha(February 26 , 1950)
    UA|Drama
    Lakshmamma, the daughter of a wealthy landlord, suffers greatly at the hands of her husband. After being seduced and abandoned by a royal dancer Rangasani, she is severely mistreated and seeks refuge in her mother's home, only to face even more troubles.
    15 . Chenchu Lakshmi(April 09 , 1958)
    U|145 minutes|Drama,Mythological
    After killing Hiranyakashipu, Vishnu, in his Narasimha avatar, retreats to the forest. There, he meets a tribal chief's daughter, Mahalakshmi, and is drawn to her.
    16 . Keelu Gurram(February 19 , 1949)
    U|172 minutes|Drama
    A young prince joins his father's army as a commander. With the help of his magical horse, he sets out to slay a demon.
    17 . Anarkali(April 28 , 1955)
    U|153 minutes|Drama,Romance
    The Mughal prince Salim falls in love with Nadira, a beautiful woman from Persia. Despite being bestowed the title 'Anarkali' by Emperor Akbar, he refuses to accept their relationship.
    18 . Suvarna Sundari(May 10 , 1957)
    U|208 minutes|Drama,Musical
    A divine messenger falls in love with a human prince, but they are separated by a curse from Indra. Their journey to reunite is filled with many challenges.

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