N. T. Rama Rao filmography
N. T. Rama Rao (28 May 1923 – 18 January 1996), commonly known by his initials NTR, was an Indian actor, writer, director and producer who worked primarily in Telugu cinema. Through his over four-decade long career, he was considered one of the most pivotal figures of the Telugu industry.[1][2] After his debut in Mana Desam (1949) and his first lead role in Palletoori Pilla (1950), Rama Rao's performance in the fantasy film Pathala Bhairavi (1951) made him famous.[3][4] His other films with Vijaya Vauhini Studios, Malliswari (1951) and Pelli Chesi Choodu (1952), were also successful and crafted his "superstar" image.[5]
N. T. Rama Rao in the 1952 film Daasi
Through the late 1950s and 1960s, Rama Rao became well known for his roles in mythological films.[3] He was most notable for playing Krishna, with his first portrayal in the epic Mayabazar (1957).[6] In 1958's Bhookailas, his portrayal of the demon king Ravana, an unprecedented turn for an actor who had mostly played heroic roles up to that point, won him considerable praise.[7][8] In the wake of its success, Rama Rao reprised the role in his directorial debut Seeta Rama Kalyanam (1961), which was also well received.[9][10]
In the late 1960s and 1970s, Rama Rao started to become a producer and director. He also shifted to more modern vigilante and social films.
After Rama Rao entered politics, he started to withdraw from the film industry. Having become Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh in 1983, he took a six-year break during his first and second terms.[11] Near the end of his term, he controversially re-entered cinema with the production of his next film Brahmarshi Vishwamitra (1991) while still in office. [12] The film and his next production Samrat Ashoka (1992) failed to reinvigorate his career.[13] Rama Rao's final two films, Major Chandrakanth and Srinatha Kavi Sarvabhowmudu, were much more successful on their release the next year.
On-screen roles
- All films are in Telugu, unless otherwise noted.
Off-screen roles
N. T. Rama Rao directed 16 films and additionally wrote the story and screenplay too. Besides he also served uncredited as art director, costumes designer, production manager, production designer, in most of the films he was involved.[106]
| Year | Film | Story | Screenplay | Direction | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | Seetharama Kalyanam | Yes | |||
| 1962 | Gulebakavali Katha | Yes | |||
| 1962 | Sri Krishna Pandaveeyam | Yes | Yes | ||
| 1967 | Ummadi Kutumbam | Yes | Yes | ||
| 1968 | Varakatnam | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| 1970 | Thalla? Pellama? | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| 1970 | Kodalu Diddina Kapuram | Yes | |||
| 1972 | Kula Gowravam | Yes | |||
| 1974 | Tatamma Kala | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| 1976 | Vemulawada Bheemakavi | Yes | Yes | ||
| 1977 | Daana Veera Soora Karna | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| 1977 | Chanakya Chandragupta | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| 1978 | Akbar Salim Anarkali | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| 1978 | Sri Rama Pattabhishekam | Yes | |||
| 1979 | Sri Madvirata Parvam | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| 1979 | Sri Tirupati Venkateswara Kalyanam | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| 1983 | Chanda Sasanudu | Yes | Yes | ||
| 1984 | Srimadvirat Veerabrahmendra Swami Charitra | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| 1991 | Brahmashri Vishwamitra | Yes | Yes | Yes | Also Editor |
| 1992 | Samrat Ashoka | Yes | Yes | Yes | Also Editor |
Production credits
N. T. Rama Rao started his own production company called 'National Art Theatre' in 1953 along with his brother N. Trivikrama Rao and produced several films. Later, NTR changed his company's name to 'Ramakrishna – NAT Combine' in 1966. Later he constructed Ramakrishna Studios which produced several films.[107]
| Year | Film |
|---|---|
| 1953 | Pichi Pullayya |
| 1954 | Thodu Dongalu |
| 1955 | Jayasimha |
| 1957 | Panduranga Mahatyam |
| 1961 | Seetharama Kalyanam |
| 1962 | Gulebakavali Katha |
| 1966 | Sri Krishna Pandaveeyam |
| 1967 | Ummadi Kutumbam |
| 1970 | Varakatnam |
| 1970 | Thalla? Pellama? |
| 1970 | Kodalu Diddina Kapuram |
| 1971 | Sri Krishna Satya |
| 1972 | Kula Gowravam |
| 1974 | Tatamma Kala |
| 1975 | Vemulawada Bheemakavi |
| 1977 | Daana Veera Soora Karna |
| 1977 | Chanakya Chandragupta |
| 1978 | Shri Rama Pattabhishekam |
| 1979 | Sri Madvirata Parvam |
| 1979 | Sri Tirupati Venkateswara Kalyanam |
| 1980 | Rowdy Ramudu Konte Krishnudu |
| 1981 | Aggi Ravva |
| 1982 | Anuraga Devata |
| 1983 | Simham Navvindi |
| 1983 | Chanda Sasanudu |
| 1984 | Srimadvirat Veerabrahmendra Swami Charitra |
| 1991 | Brahmashri Vishwamitra |
| 1992 | Samrat Ashoka |
Notes
- Rama Rao played a single character with two or more names.
- Rama Rao played at least one avatar of a character that he also played in the film.
- Rama Rao played two or more characters.
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