Editorial ListKannamba's Top 10 Best Films
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Kannamba was one of the prominent first-generation actresses in Telugu cinema. She played leading roles as well as mother roles to leading actors in many films. Let's take a look at the top 10 best films that captured audiences with Kannamba's performances.
1 . Lava Kusa(March 29 , 1963)
U|208 min|Drama,Musical
After Rama sends pregnant Sita into exile, she gives birth to twins. The story takes a turn when they go to Ayodhya to disrupt an Ashwamedha Yagna.
2 . Thodi Kodallu(January 11 , 1957)
U|182 minutes|Drama
Kutumbarao, the head of a family, and his wife Satyam effectively manage their household. A relative, however, schemes to disrupt the family's unity.
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3 . Dakshayagnam(May 10 , 1962)
U|157 minutes|Drama,Musical
Sati, daughter of Daksha, marries Shiva against her father’s wishes. Angered, Daksha insults Shiva by conducting a yajna. In the process, Sati commits suicide by jumping into the fire. Shiva sets out to avenge her death.
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4 . 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.
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5 . Gruhalakshmi(March 12 , 1938)
UA|184 minutes|Drama
Dr. Krishna Rao, infatuated with dancer Madhuri, neglects his wife Radha. Becoming an alcoholic, he is falsely accused of murder. His wife's prayers save him from the death penalty.
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6 . Palnati Yuddham(September 24 , 1947)
U|129 mins|Drama
Brahmanaidu of Palnadu allows people of all castes to enter the Chenna Kesava temple. This decision leads to rebellion and division within the Palnadu kingdom.
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7 . Draupadi Vastrapaharanam(February 29 , 1936)
UA|Drama
Directed by H.V. Babu, this film features Yadavalli Suryanarayana, Sita Ram Janaki, and Naga Raja Rao in key roles. Music was composed by Manuvu Venkateswara Rao.