Tollywood's Sci-Fi Hits: The Top 10 Telugu Science Fiction Films

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Tollywood's cinema landscape is vast, spanning genres from family to action, romance to comedy, leaving audiences thoroughly entertained. But when it comes to the realm of science fiction, the offerings are relatively fewer. Nevertheless, the sci-fi films that have graced the silver screen have made a significant impact. Daring to venture beyond the conventional, these films have introduced audiences to novel worlds and perspectives. Here's a curated list of the top Telugu science fiction movies that have made their mark.

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1 . Aditya 369(July 18 , 1991)

U|141 minutes|Adventure,Science Fiction

Aditya 369 is a 1991 Indian Telugu-language science fiction film written and directed by Singeetam Srinivasa Rao. It is considered to be the first time travel film made in Indian cinema. The film stars Nandamuri Balakrishna and Mohini while Amrish Puri, Tinnu Anand, and Suthivelu play supporting roles.The music was composed by Ilaiyaraaja and Jandhyala wrote the dialogues. The film was produced by S. Anitha Krishna on Sridevi Movies banner with S. P. Balasubrahmanyam as the presenter. Upon release, the film received critical acclaim and was a commercial success. It received two Nandi Awards. Aditya 369 is considered a landmark film in the science fiction genre in Indian cinema.The film explored dystopian and post-apocalyptic themes in a satirical manner.

Pioneering the sci-fi genre in Telugu cinema, Aditya 369 ventured into the captivating concept of time travel. Directed by Singeetham Srinivasa Rao, Nandamuri Balakrishna's stellar performance in a universal avatar made this film an iconic entry in his filmography.

2 . Yashoda(November 11 , 2022)

U/A|132 minutes|Science Fiction,Thriller

Yashoda (Samantha), a poor young woman, agrees to become a surrogate mother due to her family's financial situation. She is taken to Eva, a surrogacy center run by Madhu (Varalakshmi Sarathkumar). At the center, Yashoda discovers the horrifying truths hidden behind the surrogacy. The story follows Samantha's struggle against the surrogacy mafia and whether she escapes from their clutches.

3 . Oke Oka Jeevitham(September 09 , 2022)

U|157 minutes|Drama,Science Fiction

Adi (Sharwanand), Srinu (Vennela Kishore), and Chaitu (Priyadarshi) are close friends. They meet Paul (Nazar), a scientist who invents a time machine. Paul offers them a chance to go back in time and correct their mistakes. What did they do in the past?

4 . Adbhutham(November 19 , 2021)

U/A|142 minutes|Romance,Science Fiction

A young man, burdened by guilt over his father's death, decides to commit suicide. Simultaneously, a young woman, unwillingly forced into an arranged marriage, also decides to end her life. At the same time, she receives a message from the young man planning suicide. They stop their suicide plans and start arguing, leading to their introduction and a desire to meet. Do they eventually meet? What happens next is the story.

Helmed by Mallik Ram and starring Teja Sajja alongside Shivani Rajasekhar, 'Awesome' delves into time travel, exploring the intertwined lives of two characters across four years. With a deft mix of humor and suspense, Director Mallik Ram delivered a film that resonated with viewers.

5 . Antariksham 9000 KMPH(December 21 , 2018)

U|140 minutes|Adventure,Science Fiction

Dev (Varun Tej) is an astronaut who fails in his mission to send the satellite Viprayan to the moon. Five years later, he gets another chance to send the satellite. Did Dev succeed this time? What problems did Dev's team face in space? That's the story.

6 . Okka Kshanam(December 28 , 2017)

U/A|154 minutes|Romance,Thriller,Science Fiction

Srinivas and Swathi's life events occur in a similar pattern to what Jeeva and Joshna experience a year later. When Swathi becomes a victim of murder, Jeeva confronts fate to save Joshna. The story unfolds his actions.

Starring Allu Shirish and directed by VI Anand, 'Okka Samsham' presents an intriguing blend of science and suspense. Jeeva (Allu Sirish) and Jo (Surabhi) are in love. Living adjacent to them are Srinivas (Avasarala Srinivas) and Swati (Seerat Kapoor). The twist? The events unfolding in Srinivas and Swati's lives eerily mirror those of Jeeva and Jo, Unraveling a captivating tale.

7 . Naani(May 14 , 2004)

U/A|173 minutes|Drama,Romance

A young boy, Naani, transformed into a 28-year-old man by a scientist, gets a job at a company and falls in love with the owner's daughter. However, feeling distant from his mother, he decides to revert to a small child again.

8 . Bombhaat(December 03 , 2020)

U|Comedy,Romance,Science Fiction

A young man, who always considers himself unlucky, unexpectedly meets a scientist one day. This encounter turns his life in a significant new direction. The rest of the story unfolds the events that occur in his life following this meeting.

'Bombhat' invites viewers to ponder a unique premise: What if love blossomed not just between humans but also between machines? Directed by Raghavendra Varma and featuring Sai Sushant Reddy, Chandini Chaudhary, Priyadarshi, Shishir Sharma, and Tanikella Bharani, this film offers a fresh take on relationships in the age of technology.

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