Editorial ListGummadi Venkateswara Rao's Top 15 Films
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Gummadi, a legendary actor in Telugu cinema, could immerse himself into any character, from a zamindar to a poor man. He frequently played father or elder brother roles to the leading stars. Many of his films were great successes. Let’s take a look at the top 15 films featuring Gummadi.
1 . Maro Malupu(undefined 00 , 1982)
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Maro Malupu is a 1982 Indian Telugu-language film directed by Vejella Satyanarayana. This Nandi Award-winning film is based on the Caste system in India and social conditions. The film won three Nandi Awards.
2 . Nelavanka(undefined 00 , 1983)
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Nelavanka is a 1983 Indian Telugu-language film directed by Jandhyala.
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3 . Jyothi(June 04 , 1976)
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Teenager Jyothi falls in love with Ravi. Due to unforeseen circumstances, she marries a wealthy man. The story reveals what Ravi does next.
4 . Kula Gotralu(August 24 , 1961)
U|158 mins|Drama
Ravi marries against his father's wishes. Ravi's step-sister and her husband exploit this situation to create discord between them.
5 . Maa Inti Mahalakshmi(January 01 , 1959)
U|Drama,Family
An elderly lawyer marries a young woman, who deeply loves his family. However, the lawyer becomes suspicious of a relationship between his new wife and his son from his first marriage, leading to complications.
6 . Mayabazar(March 27 , 1957)
U|184 minutes(Telugu)174 minutes(Tamil)|Comedy,Drama,Mythological
Balarama promises his daughter's hand in marriage to Subhadra's son. However, when the Kauravas usurp the kingdom, Balarama is forced to break his promise, leading to significant repercussions.
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7 . Mahamantri Timmarusu(July 26 , 1962)
U|170 mins|Drama,History
Srikrishnadevaraya marries the daughter of Gajapati, who, filled with hatred, plots to kill him with his daughter's help. Timmarusu, the minister, foils these attempts.
8 . Bhakta Potana(January 07 , 1943)
U|186 minutes|Drama
This film, based on the life story of the famous Telugu poet Potana, features Chittor Nagaiah in the lead role. The same film was re-released in 1966, with Nagaiah portraying Vedavyasa.
9 . 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.