Annapurna (born Umamaheswari; 23 August 1954), also credited as Annapurnamma, is an Indian actress who appears primarily in

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. She is known for her portrayal as mother, mother-in-law, grand mother, aunt, etc. She started her film career as an actor alongside

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(debut film) in the blockbuster

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film ''

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Dasari Narayana Rao Dasari Narayana Rao (4 May 1942 – 30 May 2017) was an Indian film director, screenwriter, actor, producer, lyricist, and politician, primarily known for his work in Telugu cinema. Over his four decade career, he directed more than 150 feature ...

in 1975. She appeared in over 900 films and won three

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Early life

Annapurna was born as Umamaheswari on 23 August 1954 in

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to Prasad Rao and Sitaravamma. Though she was initially credited as Uma, lyricist

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changed it when she did

-directed ''

''.

Career

Annapurna has started her film career in 1975. She is well remembered for her character roles in '' Samsaram Oka Chadarangam'', '' Muthyamantha Muddu'', ''

'', '' Assembly Rowdy'' and acted in almost all of the 1980s movies with

Chiranjeevi Konidela Chiranjeevi (born Konidela Sivasankara Varaprasad; 22 August 1955) is an Indian actor, philanthropist and former politician known for his work in Telugu cinema. Known as the "Mega Star", he is widely regarded as one of the most succe ...

as lead hero namely '' Donga'', ''

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'', ''

Sangharshana ''Sangharshana'' () is a 1983 Indian Telugu-language action film directed by K. Murali Mohana Rao. The film stars Chiranjeevi,Vijayashanti and Nalini with Kaikala Satyanarayana, Rao Gopala Rao and Gummadi in other vital roles. It is the only C ...

'', ''

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'', ''Trinetrudu'', ''Marana Mrudangam'', ''Khaidi No 786'', and ''Jwala''. She has also acted in

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film such as ''Nadodi Pattukkaran'', and ''Varavu Nalla Uravu'' etc. With the absence from the screen for few years, she started her second innings in 2007 with the Telugu films ''Evadithe Nakenti'' and ''

Godava ''Godava'' () is a 2007 Telugu-language film directed by A. Kodandarami Reddy and stars his son Vaibhav and Shraddha Arya in the lead roles alongside Sayaji Shinde who plays a supporting role. This film marks the film debut of Reddy and the ...

'' as mother and grand mother respectively. Annapurna who played the role of lead actress in ''

'' alongside

, also played the role of mother to

in '' Assembly Rowdy'' (1991). She went on to appear in over 700 to 800 films.

Personal life

Annapurna had a daughter, Keerthi, who died by suicide in June 2018.

Filmography

List of films appeared:

Telugu

* ''

'' (1975) * ''

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'' (1976) * ''

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'' (1979) * ''

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'' (1980) * ''

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'' (1980) * ''

Bebbuli ''Bebbuli'' () is a 1980 Telugu-language drama film directed by V. Madhusudhana Rao and produced by Vadde Sobhanadri. The film stars Krishnam Raju and Sujatha in the lead roles. The film had music by J. V. Raghavulu. Cast Source: * Kris ...

'' (1980) as Parvathi * ''

Mondi Ghatam ''Mondi Ghatam'' is a Telugu-language film which was released on 6 November 1982. It was directed by Raja Chandra. The film stars Chiranjeevi, Radhika, Kaikala Satyanarayana Kaikala Satyanarayana (25 July 1935 – 23 December 2022) was an I ...

'' (1982) * '' Manishiko Charithra'' (1982) * ''

Manchu Pallaki ''Manchu Pallaki'' () is a 1982 Indian Telugu-language film directed by Vamsy in his debut. The film stars Chiranjeevi, Suhasini, Rajendra Prasad and Sai Chand, with music composed by Rajan–Nagendra. It is a remake of the Tamil film '' Palai ...

'' (1982) * ''

Intlo Ramayya Veedhilo Krishnayya ''Intlo Ramayya Veedilo Krishnayya'' () is a 1982 Indian Telugu-language film directed by Kodi Ramakrishna in his directorial debut. The film stars Chiranjeevi, Madhavi, and features Gollapudi Maruthi Rao in his acting debut, alongside Poornima ...

'' (1982) * '' Anuraga Dewatha'' ( 1982) * '' Mundadugu'' (1983) * ''Kalyana Veena'' (1983) * ''

Chanda Sasanudu ''ChandaSasanudu'' () is a 1983 Indian Telugu-language action film, produced and directed by N. T. Rama Rao on his Ramakrishna Cine Studios banner. It is a remake of Bengali film ''Rajbansha'' (1977). Starring Rama Rao and Radha, with music com ...

'' (1983) * ''

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'' (1983) * '' Aalaya Sikharam'' (1983) * '' Maga Maharaju'' (1983) * ''

Sivudu Sivudu Sivudu ''Sivudu Sivudu Sivudu'' is a 1983 Telugu film directed by A. Kodandarami Reddy. The film stars Chiranjeevi, Radhika, Jaggayya, and Rao Gopal Rao Rao Gopal Rao (14 January 1937 – 13 August 1994) was an Indian actor and producer known fo ...

'' (1983) * '' Sangarshana'' (1983) * ''

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'' (1983) as Mahalakshmi * ''Manishiko Charithra'' (1984) * ''Illalu Priyuralu'' (1984) * ''Daku'' (1984) * ''Bava Maradallu'' (1984) * ''Bangaru Kapuram'' (1984) as Annapurna * ''

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'' (1984) as Sarada * ''

Naagu ''Naagu'' is a 1984 Cinema of Andhra Pradesh, Tollywood film directed by T. L. V. Prasad, Tatineni Prasad and produced by AVM Productions. This film stars Chiranjeevi, Radha (actress), Radha and Jaggayya. Plot Naagu (Chiranjeevi) is a small- ...

'' (1984) * '' Devanthakudu'' (1984) * '' Inti Guttu'' (1984) * '' Ee Charitra Inkennallu'' (1984) as Shantha * '' Rustum'' (1984) * '' Dandayatra'' (1984) * ''

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'' (1984) * '' Nayakulaku Saval'' (1984) as Dr. Aparna * ''

Bobbili Brahmanna ''Bobbili Brahmanna'' is a 1984 Telugu-language action drama film directed by K. Raghavendra Rao. It was produced by U. Suryanarayana Raju for the studio Gopi Krishna Movies. The film stars Krishnam Raju, Sharada, and Jayasudha as lead act ...

'' (1984) as Susheela * ''Jackie'' (1985) * ''Mugguru Mitrulu'' (1985) * ''Pelli Meeku Akshintalu Naaku'' (1985) * ''Devalayam'' (1985) * '' Palnati Simham'' (1985) as Durgamba * ''

'' (1985) as Parvathy * '' Puli'' (1985) as Savitri * '' Donga'' (1985) * ''

Agni Parvatam ''Agni Parvatam'' () is a 1985 Indian Telugu-language film, produced by C. Ashwini Dutt and K. Raghavendra Rao under the banner of Vyjayanthi Movies and directed by K. Raghavendra Rao. The film stars Krishna, Radha, Kaikala Satyanarayana a ...

'' (1985) * '' Kotha Pelli Koothuru'' (1985) * ''

'' (1985) * '' Jwala'' (1985) * ''Bharyabhartala Bandham'' (1985) * '' Shrimati Garu'' (1985) * '' Raktha Sindhuram'' (1985) * ''

Oka Radha Iddaru Krishnulu ''Oka Radha Iddaru Krishnulu'' () is a 1986 Indian Telugu-language comedy film directed by A. Kodandarami Reddy. The film stars Kamal Haasan and Sridevi, with music composed by Ilaiyaraaja. It is adapted from the novel of the same name by Yan ...

'' (1985) * ''

'' (1986) * '' Jayam Manade'' (1986) as Rajeshwari * ''Karpoora Deepam'' (1986) * '' Punyasthree'' (1986) * ''Papikondalu'' (1986) * ''

Anasuyamma Gari Alludu ''Anasuyamma Gari Alludu'' () is a 1986 Indian Telugu-language comedy film, produced by Nandamuri Harikrishna under the Ramakrishna Cine Studios banner and directed by A. Kodandarami Reddy. It stars Nandamuri Balakrishna, Bhanupriya, Sharada ...

'' (1986) * ''

Prathibhavanthudu ''Prathibhavanthudu'' is a 1986 Indian Telugu-language film written and directed by Prabhakar Reddy and produced by S. Ramachandra Rao for SR Films, starring Krishna Ghattamaneni and Bhanupriya in the lead roles. The film has musical score by Sat ...

'' (1986) as Shantha * '' Kirathakudu'' (1986) * '' Aranyakanda'' (1986) * ''Prema Gharshana'' (1986) * '' Chanakya Shapadham'' (1986) as Janaki, Chanakya's mother * '' Samsaram Oka Chadarangam'' (1987) * ''Inti Donga'' (1987) * ''Daada'' (1987) * ''Donga Kapuram'' (1987) * ''

Bhargava Ramudu ''Bhargava Ramudu'' is a 1987 Indian Telugu-language action film produced by S. Jaya Rama Rao under the Jaya Productions banner, presented by Rao Gopal Rao and directed by A. Kodandarami Reddy. It stars Nandamuri Balakrishna, Vijayashanti a ...

'' (1987) * ''

Makutamleni Maharaju ''Makutamleni Maharaju'' () is a 1987 Telugu-language action drama film directed by K. Bapayya. Produced by B. V. S. N. Prasad, the film stars Krishna, Sridevi, Rajendra Prasad, and Chandra Mohan with music composed by Chakravarthy. The film ...

'' (1987) * '' Ajeyudu'' (1987) * ''Ida Prapancham'' (1987) * '' Bhale Mogudu'' (1987) * ''

Jebu Donga Jebu Donga () may refer to these Indian Telugu-language films: * ''Jebu Donga'' (1975 film), action film by V. Madhusudhana Rao, starring Sobhan Babu * ''Jebu Donga'' (1987 film) See also * Pickpocket (disambiguation) {{Disambiguation ...

'' (1987) * ''

Ramudu Bheemudu ''Ramudu Bheemudu'' is a 1964 Indian Telugu-language film directed by Tapi Chanakya. It was produced by D. Ramanaidu under the Suresh Productions banner. It stars N. T. Rama Rao, Jamuna and L. Vijayalakshmi, with music composed by Pendy ...

'' (1988) * ''

Mugguru Kodukulu ''Mugguru Kodukulu'' () is a 1988 Indian Telugu-language action drama film directed by Krishna. The film stars Krishna himself alongside his real-life children, Ramesh Babu and Mahesh Babu. Radha, and Sonam play the female leads. The film was ...

'' (1988) * ''Pelli Chesi Choodu'' (1988) * '' Donga Pelli'' (1988) * ''

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'' (1988) * '' Dorakani Donga'' (1988) as Annapurna * ''

Ontari Poratam ''Ontari Poratam'' ( ''Lonely Battle'') is a 1989 Telugu-language film directed by K. Raghavendra Rao, produced by B. V. S. N. Prasad, under Sri Krishna Prasanna Enterprises. It stars Venkatesh, Farah (credited as Swetha), and Rupini, with ...

'' (1989) * ''

State Rowdy ''State Rowdy'' is a 1989 Indian Telugu-language action drama film directed by B. Gopal and produced by T. Subbarami Reddy and P. Sasi Bhushan. The film stars Chiranjeevi in the lead role, with Radha and Bhanupriya as the female leads. The film ...

'' (1989) * ''

Bandhuvulostunnaru Jagratha ''Bandhuvulostunnaru Jagratha'' () is a 1989 Indian Telugu-language comedy film directed by Sarath. It stars Rajendra Prasad, Rajani, and music composed by Chakravarthy. The film was a box office hit. Plot The film begins at the Madras, wher ...

'' (1989) * Yamapasam (1989) * Bhagavan (1989) * Mamathala Kovela (1989) * '' Muthyamantha Muddu'' (1989) * '' Sahasa Putrudu'' (1990) * ''Adadhi'' (1990) * ''Nagastram'' (1990) * Inspector Rudra (1990) * '' Raja Vikramarka'' (1990) * ''Irugillu Porugillu'' (1990) * ''Neti Charitra'' (1990) * ''

Appula Appa Rao ''Appula Appa Rao'' () is a 1992 Telugu-language comedy film directed by E. V. V. Satyanarayana. The film stars Rajendra Prasad and Shobana, with music composed by Rajan–Nagendra. Released on 24 January 1992, the film became a blockbuster ...

'' (1991) * '' People's Encounter'' (1991) * ''

Stuartpuram Police Station ''Stuartpuram Police Station'' is a 1991 Telugu-language action film written and directed by Yandamuri Veerendranath. Produced by K. S. Rama Rao starring Chiranjeevi, Vijayashanti and Nirosha, with Sarath Kumar playing the lead antagonist. The ...

'' (1991) * '' Assembly Rowdy'' (1991) * '' Pandirimancham'' (1991) * '' Srivari Chindulu'' (1991) * ''Bhargav'' (1991) * '' Ramudu Kadhu Rakshasudu'' (1991) * ''

Aditya 369 ''Aditya 369'' is a 1991 Indian Telugu-language science fiction film written and directed by Singeetam Srinivasa Rao. The film stars Nandamuri Balakrishna and Mohini, with Amrish Puri, Tinnu Anand, Suthi Velu, Master Tarun, Chandra Mohan, and S ...

'' (1991) * ''Viyyala Vari Vindhu'' (1991) * ''Kadapa Reddemma''(1991) * ''Pachchani Samsaram'' (1992) * ''Hello Darling'' (1992) * '' Rowdy Inspector'' (1992) * ''

Allari Mogudu ''Allari Mogudu'' () is a 1992 Indian Telugu-language romantic comedy film directed by K. Raghavendra Rao and produced by K. Krishna Mohan Rao under R K Associates. The film stars Mohan Babu, Meena and Ramya Krishna. It was released on 14 Feb ...

'' (1992) * ''

President Gari Pellam ''President Gari Pellam'' () is a 1992 Indian Telugu-language film directed by A. Kodandarami Reddy and produced by V. Doraswamy Raju under VMC Productions. It stars Nagarjuna and Meena, with music composed by M. M. Keeravani. The movie was l ...

'' (1992) * ''

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'' (1992) * '' Chirunavvula Varamistava'' (1993) * '' Mechanic Alludu'' (1993) * ''

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'' (1993) * '' Chittemma Mogudu'' (1993) * '' Tholi Muddu'' (1993) * ''

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'' (1993) * ''Naga Jyothi'' (1993) * '' Major Chandrakanth'' (1993) * '' Bangaru Bullodu'' (1993) * '' Govinda Govinda'' (1994) * ''

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'' (1994) * '' Gharana Alludu'' (1994) as Poorna * '' Hello Brother'' (1994) * ''

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'' (1994) * ''Donga Rascal'' (1994) * ''

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'' (1994) * ''

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'' (1994) * ''O Thandri O Koduku'' (1994) * '' Neti Savithri'' (1996) * '' Topi Raja Sweety Roja'' (1996) * ''Kuturu'' (1996) * ''Hello Guru'' (1996) * '' Vamsanikokkadu'' (1996) * ''Puttinti Gowravam'' (1996) * ''

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'' (1996) * '' Sindhooram'' (1997) * ''

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'' (1997) * ''Hello, I Love You'' (1997) * '' Kaliyugamlo Gandargolam'' (1997) * '' Muddula Mogudu'' (1997) * ''

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'' (1997) * ''

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'' (1997) * ''

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'' (1998) * ''

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'' (1998) * '' Aahaa..!'' (1998) * ''Yuvaratna Rana'' (1998) * '' Subhalekhalu'' (1998) * '' Suryudu'' (1998) * ''

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'' (1998) * ''

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'' (1999) * '' Sulthan'' (1999) * ''

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'' (1999) * ''

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'' (1999) * ''

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'' (2000) * ''

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'' (2000) * ''Kouravudu'' (2000) * '' Tiladaanam'' (2000) * '' Murari'' (2001) * ''

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'' (2001) * '' Pandanti Samsaram'' (2001) * '' Darling Darling'' (2001) as Rajyalakshmi * '' Seema Simham'' (2002) * ''

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'' (2002) * ''

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'' (2002) * ''

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'' (2002) * ''

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'' (2004) * '' Kanchanamala Cable TV'' (2005) * ''

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'' (2007) * ''

'' (2007) * '' Arundhati'' (2009) * '' Pistha'' (2009) * ''

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'' (2010) * '' Panchakshari'' (2010) * ''

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'' (2012) * ''

Gundello Godari ''Gundello Godari'' is a 2013 Indian Telugu-language adventure drama film directed by Kumar Nagendra and produced by Lakshmi Manchu. The film stars Aadhi Pinisetty, Taapsee, Lakshmi Manchu, and Sundeep Kishan. The film was released on 8 Marc ...

'' (2013 ) * '' Doosukeltha'' (2013) * '' Band Balu'' (2013) * '' Emo Gurram Egaravachu'' (2014) * '' Avatharam'' (2014) * ''

Oka Laila Kosam ''Oka Laila Kosam'' () is a 2014 Indian Telugu-language romantic comedy film written and directed by Vijay Kumar Konda. Produced by Nagarjuna on his home banner Annapurna Studios, the film features Naga Chaitanya and Pooja Hegde. Anoop Rubens ...

'' (2014) * ''

Drushyam ''Drushyam'' () is a 2014 Indian Telugu-language crime thriller film directed by Sripriya and jointly produced by D. Suresh Babu and Rajkumar Sethupathi. It is a remake of Jeethu Joseph 2013 Malayalam film ''Drishyam'' and features Venkatesh, ...

'' (2014) * ''

Krishna Gaadi Veera Prema Gaadha ''Krishna Gaadi Veera Prema Gaadha'' () is a 2016 Indian Telugu-language romantic comedy thriller film written and directed by Hanu Raghavapudi. Produced by Ram Achanta, Gopichand Achanta and Anil Sunkara under 14 Reels Entertainment, the film ...

'' (2016) * '' Eluka Majaka'' (2016) * ''

Sarrainodu ''Sarrainodu'' () is a 2016 Indian Telugu-language action film directed by Boyapati Srinu and produced by Allu Aravind under Geetha Arts. The film stars Allu Arjun, alongside Aadhi Pinisetty, Rakul Preet Singh, Catherine Tresa, Srikanth, Bra ...

'' (2016) * ''

A Aa ''A Aa'' is a 2016 Indian Telugu-language romantic comedy family film written and directed by Trivikram Srinivas and produced by S. Radha Krishna under Haarika & Hassine Creations. The film stars Nithiin, Samantha and Anupama Parameswaran. Mic ...

'' (2016) * ''

Ekkadiki Pothavu Chinnavada ''Ekkadiki Pothavu Chinnavada'' () is a 2016 Telugu-language supernatural romantic thriller film written and directed by Vi Anand and produced by P. V. Rao. It stars Nikhil Siddharth, Hebah Patel, Nandita Swetha and Avika Gor. The film has ...

'' (2016) * '' Goutham Nanda'' (2017) * ''

Rarandoi Veduka Chudham ''Rarandoi Veduka Chudham'' () is a 2017 Indian Telugu-language romantic comedy film written and directed by Kalyan Krishna Kurasala, and produced by Nagarjuna Akkineni under Annapurna Studios banner. It stars Naga Chaitanya, Rakul Preet Singh, ...

'' (2017) * ''

Raju Gari Gadhi 2 ''Raju Gari Gadhi 2'' () is a 2017 Indian Telugu-language comedy horror film directed by Ohmkar and produced by Prasad V. Potluri under PVP Cinema, Matinee Entertainment, and OAK Entertainments banner. The film is a sequel to '' Raju Gari G ...

'' (2017) * '' Raja The Great'' (2017) * '' Malli Raava'' (2017) * ''

Touch Chesi Chudu ''Touch Chesi Chudu'' () is a 2018 Indian Telugu language, Telugu-language action comedy film co-written and directed by Vikram Sirikonda in his directorial debut in Telugu cinema and story by Vakkantham Vamsi. It features Ravi Teja, Raashi Kha ...

'' (2018) * ''

Nela Ticket ''Nela Ticket'' ( Low Class Ticket) is a 2018 Indian Telugu-language action comedy film, produced by Ram Talluri on his production banner SRT Entertainments and directed by Kalyan Krishna Kurasala. It features Ravi Teja, Malvika Sharma, Jagapa ...

'' (2018) * ''

Saakshyam ''Saakshyam'' () is a 2018 Indian Telugu-language fantasy action film written and directed by Sriwass, and produced by Abhishek Pictures. It stars Bellamkonda Sreenivas, Pooja Hegde and Jagapathi Babu. The plot depicts Viswa (Bellamkonda Sreeni ...

'' (2018) * '' Happy Wedding'' (2018) * '' Srinivasa Kalyanam'' (2018) * ''

Geetha Govindam ''Geetha Govindam'' is a 2018 Indian Telugu-language romantic comedy film written and directed by Parasuram. Produced by GA2 Pictures, the film stars Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna in lead roles. Released on 15 August 2018, it is ...

'' (2018) * '' Paper Boy'' (2018) * ''

F2 - Fun and Frustration ''F2: Fun and Frustration'' is a 2019 Indian Telugu language, Telugu-language comedy film written and directed by Anil Ravipudi. Produced by Sri Venkateswara Creations, the film stars Venkatesh (actor), Venkatesh, Varun Tej, Tamannaah Bhatia, a ...

'' (2019) * '' Where Is the Venkatalakshmi'' (2019) * ''

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'' (2019) * ''

Gaddalakonda Ganesh ''Gaddalakonda Ganesh'' is a 2019 Indian Telugu-language action comedy film directed by Harish Shankar and produced by Ram Achanta and Gopichand Achanta under the 14 Reels Plus banner. It is a remake of the 2014 Tamil film '' Jigarthanda'' whic ...

'' (2019) * '' Tenali Ramakrishna BA. BL'' (2019) * ''

Entha Manchivaadavuraa ''Entha Manchivaadavuraa'' () is a 2020 Indian Telugu-language action drama film directed by Satish Vegesna. It is an official remake of Gujarati film ''Oxygen'' (2018 film). The film stars Kalyan Ram and Mehreen Pirzada, with the music compos ...

'' (2020) * ''

Disco Raja ''Disco Raja'' is a 2020 Indian Telugu-language science fiction action thriller film directed by Vi Anand and produced by Ram Talluri under SRT Entertainment's banner. It stars Ravi Teja in a dual role along with Bobby Simha, Payal Rajput, N ...

'' (2020) * '' Orey Bujjiga'' (2020) * '' Amaram Akhilam Prema'' (2020) * ''Annapurnamma Gari Manavadu'' (2020) * ''Lalijo Lalijo'' (2021) * ''Cycle'' (2021) * ''

Zombie Reddy ''Zombie Reddy'' is a 2021 Indian Telugu-language horror crime thriller film directed by Prasanth Varma and starring Teja Sajja, Anandhi, and Daksha Nagarkar. Produced by Apple Trees Studios, the film is marketed as the first zombie film i ...

'' (2021) * '' Thank You Brother'' (2021) * ''

Konda Polam ''Konda Polam'' () is a 2021 Indian Telugu-language Jungle adventure film directed by Krish Jagarlamudi. Produced by First Frame Entertainments, it stars Panja Vaisshnav Tej and Rakul Preet Singh while Sai Chand, Kota Srinivasa Rao and Nas ...

'' (2021) * ''

Drushyam 2 ''Drushyam 2'' () is a 2021 Indian Telugu-language crime thriller film written and directed by Jeethu Joseph. It is a remake of his 2021 Malayalam film ''Drishyam 2'' and sequel to '' Drushyam'' (2014). The film was jointly produced by D. Sur ...

'' (2021) * '' F3'' (2022) * '' Gangster Gangaraju'' (2022) * ''Pellikuturu Party'' (2022) * ''

Sita Ramam ''Sita Ramam'' () is a 2022 Indian Telugu-language period romantic drama film directed by Hanu Raghavapudi. Produced by C. Aswani Dutt, under Vyjayanthi Movies and Swapna Cinema, it starred Dulquer Salmaan and Mrunal Thakur in the titular ro ...

'' (2022) * '' Pratibimbalu'' (2022) * ''

Veera Simha Reddy ''Veera Simha Reddy'' is a 2023 Indian Telugu-language action drama film written and directed by Gopichand Malineni and produced by Mythri Movie Makers. It stars Nandamuri Balakrishna in a dual role, alongside Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, Shruti Haas ...

'' (2023) * ''

O Saathiya ''O Saathiya'' is a 2023 Indian Telugu-language film directed by Divya Bhavana and written by Aryan Gowra and produced by Chandana Katta under the banner of Thanvika Jashwika Creations. It stars Aryan Gowra and Mishti Chakraborty. Plot Arjun ...

'' (2023) * '' Malli Pelli'' (2023) * '' Custody'' (2023) * ''

Extra Ordinary Man ''Extra Ordinary Man'' is a 2023 Indian Telugu-language action comedy film directed by Vakkantham Vamsi and stars Nithiin, alongside Sreeleela, Rajasekhar, Sudev Nair, Rao Ramesh, Rohini and Sampath Raj. ''Extra Ordinary Man'' was released o ...

'' (2023) * '' Maruthi Nagar Subramanyam'' (2024) * ''100 Crores'' (2024) * '' Mr. Bachchan'' (2024) * '' KA'' (2024) * '' Pelli Kani Prasad'' (2025)

Tamil

* ''

Vaathiyaar Veettu Pillai ''Vaathiyaar Veettu Pillai'' () is a 1989 Indian Tamil-language film, directed by P. Vasu. It stars Sathyaraj and Shobana. This was Sathyaraj's 100th film as an actor. ''Vaathiyaar Veettu Pillai'' was released on 28 October 1989, alongside anoth ...

'' (1989) * '' Varavu Nalla Uravu'' (1990) * ''

Nadodi Pattukkaran ''Nadodi Pattukkaran'' () is a 1992 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film directed by N. K. Viswanathan. The film stars Karthik and Mohini. The film, scripted and produced by Sangili Murugan, was released on 15 May 1992. Plot Sundaram ...

'' (1992) * ''

'' (1994) * ''

Meendum Savithri ''Meendum Savithri'' () is a 1996 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by Visu and produced by Nagi Reddi. It stars Revathi, Saranya Ponvannan, Nizhalgal Ravi and Raja, with Ramesh Aravind, Visu, Nagesh, Jai Ganesh, Annapurna, Seetha and P ...

'' (1996) * ''

Jolly Happiness is a complex and multifaceted emotion that encompasses a range of positive feelings, from contentment to intense joy. It is often associated with positive life experiences, such as achieving goals, spending time with loved ones, ...

'' (1998) * ''

Hey Ram ''Hey Ram'' () is a 2000 Indian epic historical fiction film written, directed, and produced by Kamal Haasan, that stars him in the title role with Shah Rukh Khan (in his Tamil debut) in a pivotal role. It was simultaneously made in the Tamil a ...

'' (2000) * ''

Aanai ''Aanai'' ( Order) is a 2005 Indian Tamil-language vigilante action film directed and co-written by Selva. The film stars Arjun, Namitha and Keerthi Chawla, while Vadivelu, Sanghavi and Manoj K. Jayan play pivotal roles. D. Imman composed the ...

'' (2005) * '' Custody'' (2023)

Kannada

* ''

Rowdy & MLA ''Rowdy & MLA'' is a 1991 Indian Kannada-language crime action film directed by Om Sai Prakash who also wrote a fresh screenplay for the original story by P. Vasu. The film is a remake of the Tamil film ''Velai Kidaichuduchu'' (1990), which wa ...

'' (1991) * ''

Shanti Kranti ''Shanti Kranti'' ( ) is a 1991 Indian action crime film written, directed and produced by V. Ravichandran. The film was simultaneously made in Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, and Hindi Modern Standard Hindi (, ), commonly referred to as H ...

'' (1991) * '' Edurmaneli Ganda Pakkadmaneli Hendthi'' (1992) * '' Gadibidi Ganda'' (1993)

Hindi

* ''Hum Hain Khalnayak'' (1996) * ''

'' (2000)

Malayalam

*''Kottayam'' (2020)

Awards

;

(in

) * Best Supporting Actress – ''Manishiko Charitra'' (1982) * Special Jury Award – ''

Dabbu Bhale Jabbu ''Dabbu Bhale Jabbu'' is a 1992 Indian Telugu language, Telugu-language family drama film directed by K. Rajendra and produced by Allu Ramalingaiah. The cast includes Gollapudi Maruthi Rao, Rao Gopal Rao, Annapoorna (actress), Annapoorna, Maharsh ...

'' (1992) * Best Character Actress – ''Maa Inti Aadapaduchu'' (1996)

References

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