Editorial ListPadmanabham's Top 15 Best Films
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Padmanabham is among the first-generation comedians in Telugu cinema, known for his unique style of humor. He had a special way of making audiences laugh with his comic timing and quirky dialogues. Let's explore some of the top films of Padmanabham.
1 . Pathala Bhairavi(March 15 , 1951)
U|195 minutes|Drama,Fantasy
Thotaramudu, a gardener's son, falls in love with Princess Indumati of Ujjaini. When the king learns of this, he challenges Thotaramudu to match his wealth for Indumati's hand in marriage. Does Thotaramudu manage to accumulate such wealth?
2 . Pelli Chesi Choodu(February 29 , 1952)
U|156 minutes|Drama
Pelli Chesi Choodu is a 1952 Indian satirical comedy film directed by L. V. Prasad and produced by Nagi Reddi and Chakrapani under their company Vijaya Productions. The film was made simultaneously in Telugu and Tamil, the latter titled Kalyanam Panni Paar. It stars N. T. Rama Rao, G. Varalakshmi, Yandamuri Joga Rao and Savitri. S. V. Ranga Rao, Sivarama Krishnayya, Doraswamy, and Suryakantham play supporting roles in the Telugu version while C. V. V. Panthulu replaced Krishnayya in Tamil.
3 . Chandraharam(January 06 , 1954)
U|174 minutes|Drama
The life of Prince Chandana Raju is safeguarded in a necklace, Chandraharam. Yakshakanya Chanchala, in love with him, visits the prince. Rejected, she angrily steals the necklace, leading to a series of events.
4 . Panduranga Mahatyam(November 28 , 1957)
U|175 minutes|Drama,History
This film celebrates the grandeur of the Pandharpur temple in Maharashtra. It reflects traditional customs and the social context of the time, portraying the transformation of a young atheist into a devout follower of Lord Panduranga.
5 . Velugu Needalu(January 07 , 1961)
U|Drama
Suguna, a doctor, loves Chandram who suffers from tuberculosis. However, Chandram forces her to marry a man named Raghu. Chandram's disease gets cured eventually, and in the meantime, Suguna's husband dies.
6 . Doctor Chakravarthy(July 10 , 1964)
U|167 minutes|Drama
After his sister's death, Dr. Chakravarthy treats Madhavi as his own sister, as she reminds him of his sister with her behavior. However, their life partners misunderstand their relationship.
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7 . Thene Manasulu(April 24 , 1987)
U|Drama
Bhanumathi falls in love with a man, only to discover he's the husband of her friend Seeta, leading to complicated situations.
8 . Potti Pleader(May 05 , 1966)
U|170 minutes|Comedy,Drama
Prasadam, after completing his law studies through hard work, goes to the city for a job. There he meets Dhanaraj, a wealthy man. Prasadam falls in love with Dhanaraj’s daughter Shanta during this time.
9 . Sri Sri Sri Maryada Ramanna(undefined 00 , 1967)
U/A|133 min|Drama,History
King Maryada Ramanna discovers that his ministers are oppressing the people for money. Recognizing the injustice, Ramanna takes action. The story then unfolds around how he cleverly teaches his ministers a lesson and restores justice to his kingdom.
10 . Tikka Sankarayya(March 29 , 1968)
U|157 minutes|Comedy,Drama
Ramu and Mohan have identical appearances, causing confusion among the people. They find themselves in a situation where they need to clear up the chaos.
11 . Sri Krishna Vijayamu(January 11 , 1971)
U|148 mins|Drama
After Krishna defeats Kalayavana, Mahodara vows to avenge his brother's death. However, the situation takes a turn when Shiva blesses Mahodara.
12 . Desoddharakulu(March 29 , 1973)
U|156 minutes|Drama
Desoddharakulu is a 1973 Indian Telugu-language drama film, produced by U. Viswaswara Rao under the Deepthi International banner and directed by C. S. Rao. It stars N. T. Rama Rao and Vanisri, with music composed by K. V. Mahadevan. A Superhit at the box office, the film was the second highest grossing Telugu film of 1973 after Devudu Chesina Manushulu.
13 . Chanakya Chandragupta(August 25 , 1977)
U|178 minutes|Drama,History
Chanakya Chandragupta is a 1977 Indian Telugu-language historical drama film, produced and directed by N. T. Rama Rao under his Ramakrishna Cine Studios banner. It stars Rama Rao, Akkineni Nageswara Rao, Sivaji Ganesan, Jayapradha and Manjula, with music composed by Pendyala Nageswara Rao. The film is based on the 3rd century BC Maurya Emperor Chandragupta Maurya and his mentor Chanakya.
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14 . Premabhishekam(February 18 , 1981)
U|147 minutes|Drama,Romance
Rajesh deeply loves Devi. Days before their wedding, he learns he has cancer. To make Devi hate him, he behaves rudely, leading her to marry someone else.