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V Nagayya's Top 10 Best Films
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V Nagayya was among the first-generation actors in Telugu cinema and could be considered the first superstar of Telugu cinema. Let's take a look at the films that captivated audiences with Nagayya'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 . Yogi Vemana(April 10 , 1947)
U|Drama
This film is based on the life of the great Telugu philosopher and poet, Yogi Vemana. Vemana's character is portrayed by Nagaiah, with direction by K.V. Reddy.
3 . Tyagaiah(November 01 , 1946)
U|186 minutes|Drama,History
This film is a biopic of the renowned Carnatic music composer Thyagaraju. Directed and produced by Chittor Nagaiah, it showcases the life and works of the legendary musician.
4 . Swarga Seema(undefined 00 , 1945)
U|114 minutes|Drama
Swarga Seema is a 1945 Telugu-language drama film produced and directed by B. N. Reddy and starring V. Nagayya, B. Jayamma and Bhanumathi. Ghantasala entered film world as a Playback singer for a song of C. H. Narayana Rao and it is also Ghantasala's first duet with Bhanumathi Ramakrishna for the song Oh Naa Raaja. Marcus Bartley also made a debut as a cinematographer with this film. It is the first Telugu film to be screened at the International Film Festival, Vietnam.
5 . 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.
6 . 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.
7 . 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.
8 . Beedala Patlu(February 11 , 1972)
U|153 mins|Action,Drama
After twelve years in prison, Kotayya begins a new life. However, he gets caught between revolutionaries and police while trying to protect his only family.
9 . Beedala Patlu(November 09 , 1950)
U|197 minutes|Drama
Kotayya, in an attempt to feed his mother and sister-in-law, steals a piece of bread, resulting in a two-month jail sentence. Upon learning of his mother's death, Kotayya tries to escape from jail but fails, extending his sentence to twelve years. After his release, he is humiliated by society, calling him a thief. He then changes his identity to Dayanidhi with the help of a church father, leading to an unexpected turn in his life.
10 . Mana Desam(November 24 , 1949)
UA|172 minutes|Drama
Madhu and Shobha love each other but have different political views. When Madhu joins the freedom struggle, his family opposes it, leading to a conflict.