409 South Indian Films to Watch Now

Aravinda Sametha Veera Raghava

2018 • 162 min

A young man from a wealthy family with a history of violence chooses to break the cycle. This decision sets him on a journey of self-discovery.

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Vel

2007 • 160 min

Two brothers, separated in childhood, develop in completely contrasting worlds.

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Jersey

2019 • 160 min

Drama

A talented cricketer in his mid-thirties, facing a stalled career, resolves to keep pursuing his dream.

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Sreekaram

2021 • 132 min

Karthik, a successful IT project lead from Rayalaseema, leaves his career to return to his village and revive his family's farming tradition. Can he restore the profession to its former prominence?

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Vaseegara

2003 • 176 min

Bhupathi's father sends him to live with his close friend, Viswanath, with the hope that he'll find work. Bhupathi becomes part of the family and develops feelings for Viswanath's daughter, who is already promised to someone else.

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Kanaa

2018 • 145 min

A woman from a middle-class family strives for success in the demanding world of cricket, with her father's encouragement and support.

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Kushi

2000 • 178 min

Jenny and Shiva, close since college, are separated by a misunderstanding. They both realize they are deeply in love and can't imagine life without each other, but their pride keeps them apart.

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Republic

2021 • 152 min

Panja Abhiram is a young man determined to reform the political system. However, as he faces constant obstacles, will he ultimately succeed in changing the future of his hometown?

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Palasa 1978

2020 • 144 min

Mohan Rao and his older brother become involved in a political struggle against the powerful Pedda Shavukar and Chinna Shavukar, representing a conflict between lower and upper castes.

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College Kumar

2020 • 121 min

A father working a low-level office job works hard to help his son achieve his aspirations. However, when the son falls in love, he begins to defy his father.

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Kavacham

2018 • 143 min

A police officer, wrongly accused of kidnapping, must quickly prove his innocence and find the person behind the crime.

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Yevade Subramanyam

2015 • 160 min

A driven businessman leaves his career behind for a journey of personal transformation to the Himalayas.

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Mythri

2015 • 160 min

This fast-paced and emotionally resonant drama explores love and commitment in today's world, focusing on a scientist and a news anchor navigating modern relationships and lifestyles.

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Clap

2022 • 129 min

Vishnu, a talented runner with a history of state championship medals, dreams of winning gold at the national level. His aspirations are tragically derailed when he loses his leg and his father in a devastating road accident. Afterward, Vishnu resigns…

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Run

2016 • 110 min

Sanju's life takes a turn for the worse when he loses his job and is forced to borrow money from Vaddi Raju, a notorious loan shark known for his ruthless methods of repayment. The day to repay arrives, but just…

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Bāhubali: The Beginning

2015 • 159 min • Budget $25M • Box office $90M

Action, Drama

Abandoned as a baby in a rural village, young Shivudu displays extraordinary abilities as he matures. He encounters Avanthika, a skilled warrior princess, and discovers that her queen has been imprisoned for a quarter of a century. Determined to free…

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Ee Maaya Peremito

2018 • 145 min

Chandu, a carefree and unambitious woman, meets Sheetal, the cherished daughter of Pramod Jain. Sheetal is drawn to Chandu's kind heart, but their budding relationship faces a challenge when Sheetal's father resolves to transform himself in order to gain his…

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Manchi Rojulochaie

2021 • 133 min

A young woman living with the man she loves must navigate her controlling and obsessive father, who is fiercely proud of his upbringing of her. The film centers on how the couple attempts to persuade him to accept their relationship.

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Son of Satyamurthy

2015 • 162 min

Drama, Action, Comedy

After his father's death, a wealthy businessman's son fights to preserve the family fortune. He finds himself facing numerous difficulties as he takes on the responsibility of supporting his entire family.

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Saakshyam

2018 • 166 min

Five people commit terrible crimes, believing they've escaped justice due to the lack of witnesses. However, nature itself becomes their judge. When earth, wind, fire, water, and sky unite to exact revenge, can they survive the consequences?

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Vedam

2010 • 141 min • Budget $3M • Box office $9M

Drama, Action

Five people from different walks of life – a cable technician from a low-income neighborhood, a woman who has run away from prostitution, a woman overwhelmed by debt, an aspiring musician, and a Muslim man grieving a loss – find…

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Dhammu

2012 • 156 min

Orphan Rama Chandra finds himself caught in the middle of a conflict between two royal families while pursuing his love for Sathya. He quickly discovers that his decisions have far-reaching consequences for the entire village.

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Temper

2015 • 147 min • Budget $5M • Box office $11M

Action, Drama, Crime

Daya, a corrupt police officer, aligns himself with the city's powerful underworld figure. However, when Daya's girlfriend is kidnapped, he begins to defy Vasu and his organization. This leads Daya to discover a more significant reason behind the abduction.

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PSV Garuda Vega

2017 • 160 min

A committed NIA officer faces a difficult choice between his family and his job. As he prepares to leave his career for his loved ones, he uncovers a dangerous international conspiracy. Will he follow through with his plan to resign,…

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Kootathil Oruthan

2017 • 120 min

Arvind is an unremarkable man, consistently overlooked throughout his life. His world shifts when he develops feelings for Janani, a high-achieving student who excels academically and in all her pursuits.

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Odu Raja Odu

2018 • 122 min

A wife asks her husband for a set-top box. He goes shopping for one with his friend, a drug dealer, and their outing quickly turns problematic, escalating into serious trouble.

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Chalo

2018 • 145 min

Hari thrives on conflict, much to his father's frustration. However, Hari faces a situation that surpasses even his own capacity for aggression, forcing him to confront something he'd rather avoid.

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Kotha Bangaru Lokam

2008 • 157 min

Balu comes from a warm, middle-class family. Swapna is the daughter of a wealthy, strict man. They both attend a boarding college in a small town in the Godavari district and fall in love. However, Swapna is removed from the…

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Sarileru Neekevvaru

2020 • 169 min • Budget $11M • Box office $46M

Action

A hardened army major is sent to Kurnool with the responsibility of protecting the nation from dangers abroad.

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Race Gurram

2014 • 162 min

Comedy, Action

Ram and Lakshman, also known as Lucky, are brothers with very different personalities. Their mother hopes they will reconcile.

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Naa Ishtam

2012 • 150 min

Krishnaveni flees her home to run away with her lover, Kishore, who doesn't appear. Gani, a selfish man, intends to escort her back to her father, planning to profit from the situation.

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Supreme

2016 • 142 min

A taxi driver and an orphan team up to fight against a ruthless businessman who threatens the lives of the royal family's children.

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Kannum Kannum Kollaiyadithaal

2020 • 162 min

Romance, Comedy, Drama

Two skilled online con artists try to change their lives after falling for the women they've connected with. But their plans are complicated when a shocking secret emerges, upending everything.

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Sardaar Gabbar Singh

2016 • 163 min

Gabbar Singh travels to the kingdom of Rathanpur to rescue the princess and the local people from the cruel criminal, Bhairav Singh.

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Bāhubali 2: The Conclusion

2017 • 167 min • Budget $31M • Box office $280M

Action, Adventure, Fantasy

After learning about his ancestry, Mahendra, son of Bāhubali, sets out to discover the truth. His journey unfolds alongside stories from the history of the Mahishmati Kingdom.

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Pa Paandi

2017 • 125 min

Romance, Comedy, Action

Paandi, a legendary stunt master who once dominated the film industry, now enjoys a quiet life with his son and grandchildren. However, his son increasingly resents Paandi's actions, viewing them as unnecessary. A major argument with his son prompts Paandi…

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Chandra

2014 • 117 min

Chandra is a 2013 Indian fantasy film, made simultaneously in Kannada and Tamil. Directed by Roopa Iyer, it stars Shriya Saran and Prem Kumar as a last-generation princess and her love story. Produced by India Classic Arts and Narasimha Arts,…

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Manithan

2016 • 146 min

A down-on-his-luck lawyer takes on a public interest litigation case stemming from a hit-and-run accident involving the son of a wealthy businessman, believing the ensuing media attention will boost his career.

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Bigil

2019 • 177 min

Action, Family, Drama

A well-meaning crime boss wants his son to use his football talent to inspire hope in their community. However, the young man is pulled into a dangerous world. Years later, a chance arises – will he finally be able to…

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Rachcha

2012 • 145 min

Raj, a young man who frequently bets, finds himself caught in a much bigger wager than he anticipated. The stakes are 2 million rupees, needed to pay for his father's medical treatment. Can Raj succeed in winning enough to save…

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Bangaram

2006 • 178 min

Bangaram is a local reporter with aspirations of working for an international news network. In pursuit of this goal, he encounters Peddi Reddy, a member of a political faction.

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Thammudu

1999 • 160 min

Subrahmanyam, the youngest son, feels his life is going to waste. His father constantly criticizes him, but his brother Chakri, a boxer, and his friend Jaanu cherish him. He develops feelings for Lovely and repeatedly lies to her about his…

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Shivam

2015 • 148 min

Ram is a young man determined to succeed in both love and marriage. Directed by Srinivas Reddy and produced by Ravi Kishore, the film is a Sri Sravanthi Movies production.

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Arjun Reddy

2017 • 187 min • Budget $780K • Box office $8M

Drama, Romance

A talented but reckless young surgeon's life unravels following a difficult breakup. He battles to manage his emotions, grappling with love, loss, and the repercussions of his own volatile nature.

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Velayudham

2011 • 160 min • Budget $7M

Action

A regular milkman unexpectedly transforms into the heroic figure of Velayudham, a champion who battles evil.

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Aathi

2006 • 160 min

Aathi defies his foster family to attend college in Chennai, driven by a desire to avenge his biological parents' murder. There, he encounters Anjali, who also harbors a hidden motive. They develop a relationship with unspoken agendas.

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Thimmarusu: Assignment Vali

2021 • 127 min

Following the discovery of a deceased taxi driver, a young man working at a pub is wrongly accused of murder and imprisoned for eight years. Upon his release on parole, a young lawyer takes on the case to demonstrate his…

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Namma Veettu Pillai

2019 • 153 min

Arumpon desires his sister to marry into a respectable family, but he's compelled to accept her marriage to a rough local man with whom he has a strained relationship. The film explores whether the bond between brother and sister can…

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Ganesh

2009 • 150 min

To help a friend, Ganesh pretends to like a girl. She's angry when she discovers he's been faking his affection. He then genuinely falls for her and has to persuade her that his feelings are real.

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Puthiya Geethai

2003 • 160 min

Sarathy is a gifted, easygoing young man who doesn't know an astrologer foresaw his death by the time he turns 27. He later clashes with Reddiar over a problematic land transaction.

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Sangathamizhan

2019 • 150 min

A village opposes the construction of a copper plant. When their leader passes away, the corporation planning the plant sends a convincing imposter to help them proceed.

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Happy

2006 • 152 min • Budget $2M • Box office $5M

Drama, Romance

A politician prevents his daughter from completing her college education because he believes it would harm his political career. He arranges for her marriage to a police officer from the same caste, but the plan encounters unforeseen complications.

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Nenu.. Sailaja...

2016 • 135 min

Hari (Ram) is a DJ in Visakhapatnam who repeatedly tries to propose to women, but is always rejected. He meets Sailaja (Keerthi Suresh) and successfully impresses her, but holds back from proposing, afraid of another rejection. They enjoy spending time…

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Jagadam

2007 • 150 min

Seenu aspires to be a tough guy and eventually joins a local gang. His life changes drastically when his younger brother is killed as a consequence of Seenu's choices.

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Chellamae

2004 • 156 min

A young man follows his newlywed neighbor from Chennai to Goa, where she lives with her husband. His fascination with her escalates, leading him to kidnap her when his obsession takes a dangerous turn.

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Kantri

2008 • 160 min

The film's opening establishes the story's direction. Krishna, an NRI, returns to his village with his wife and child, intending to help the villagers. But as the family journeys home with the money they've gathered, PR Pothuraju (Prakash Raj) betrays…

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Sarrainodu

2016 • 161 min • Budget $7M • Box office $19M

Action, Drama

In Ghana, a young man who deserted the military seeks to deliver justice by confronting criminals. He spends his days fighting thugs until an encounter with the dubious Vairam Dhanush alters his path.

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Thoranai

2009 • 159 min

A man travels to Chennai seeking his brother, who disappeared from their home twenty years prior. Their reunion becomes intertwined with a series of unforeseen events, drawing them into unexpected circumstances.

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Oxygen

2017 • 156 min

Krishna travels to India to marry Shruti, but his plans change when he rescues her father from an attack, revealing a concealed motive.

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Khushi

2001 • 169 min

Siddhu and Madhumati, college friends who are deeply in love, experience a falling out due to a misunderstanding. Despite both recognizing their inability to live apart, their pride keeps them from reconciling.

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Prati Roju Pandaage

2019 • 146 min

Raghu Ramayya has a short time left to live. His children, scattered across different places, find it difficult to coordinate visits with him. But when his grandson, Sai, decides to plan a special farewell for his grandfather, unexpected things occur.

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Mayakkam Enna

2011 • 145 min

Karthik, a freelance photographer aspiring to capture the world's wildlife, struggles to make progress in his career. His friend Sundar introduces his girlfriend Yamini to their circle, and the two initially clash. However, an unexpected connection begins to form between…

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Krack

2021 • 154 min

Pothuraju Veera Shankar is a fiery circle inspector from Andhra Pradesh who bristles at the suggestion of a lack of experience. Wherever he's stationed, he confronts the state's most dangerous criminals with his forceful methods. Assigned to Ongole, Shankar is…

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Chitralahari

2019 • 131 min

Vijay, a mechanical engineer struggling to find success, hopes for a career breakthrough. His personal life is equally chaotic, leaving him wondering if he'll ever improve his fortunes.

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Maska

2009 • 150 min

Krish, living with his brother and sister-in-law, pursues Manju, who is the daughter of MLA Simhachalam, with the sole aim of marrying her for financial gain, harboring no genuine affection. He then meets Meenakshi, or Meenu, and develops real feelings…

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Speedunnodu

2016 • 149 min

Shobhan, a cheerful and optimistic guy, tries to assist his friend in finding romance. However, their efforts lead to unforeseen complications that strain their friendship.

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Taxiwala

2018 • 150 min

Shiva, a man constantly searching for work, takes a job as a taxi driver and discovers his passengers and the journeys he undertakes are far stranger and more extraordinary than he could have ever imagined.

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N.T.R: Kathanayakudu

2019 • 170 min

This film chronicles the life of Taraka Rama Rao Nandamuri, the celebrated Telugu actor, filmmaker, and former Chief Minister. It follows his remarkable journey.

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Sometimes

2017 • 101 min

Seven individuals from various backgrounds agree to take an ELISA test for AIDS screening. To ease the anticipation, they decide to offer the technician a bribe for early results. They discover that only one of them has AIDS. Each person…

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Varudu

2010 • 147 min

A woman about to marry her fiancé is kidnapped by a man who is consumed by an unhealthy obsession with her.

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Kavan

2017 • 160 min

Thriller, Drama

In a media landscape saturated with sensationalism, a young journalist strives for honest reporting at an entertainment TV channel known for prioritizing spectacle over truth. Torn between his principles and the need to keep his job, he faces a critical…

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Yevadu

2014 • 166 min

Action, Thriller

Following severe burn injuries, Satya's life is irrevocably changed. After his hospital release, he sets out to find the person responsible for his lover Deepti's death. However, his altered appearance also attracts unwanted attention and dangerous enemies.

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Dohchay

2015 • 138 min

A conman finds himself in serious trouble when he desperately needs a large amount of money, all while a police officer closes in, determined to expose him.

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Shatamanam Bhavati

2017 • 135 min

This film explores the pain caused by children's neglect, seen through the eyes of their parents. Raghavaraju (Prakash Raj) is a farming landlord in a village in Andhra Pradesh. He lives with his wife Janakamma (Jayasudha), his son Bangararaju (Naresh),…

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Bangarraju

2022 • 150 min

Chinna Bangarraju continues his grandfather's reputation as a notorious flirt. His concerned grandmother, wanting to ease his loneliness before she dies, sets out to find him a partner.

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Majili

2019 • 154 min

Drama, Romance

Poorna struggles to find contentment, haunted by a lost dream of playing cricket and a past love that reshapes his perspective.

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World Famous Lover

2020 • 156 min

The film weaves together four distinct love stories: Seenayya and Suvarna, a middle-class couple in a small town; Gautham, a young man experiencing romance in Paris with his girlfriend Iza; Union Leader Srinu's passionate love for his boss; and a…

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Achari America Yatra

2018 • 123 min

Achari America Yatra is a Telugu action drama film starring Vishnu Manchu and Brahmanandam Kanneganti. Directed by G. Nageswara Reddy and written by Darling Swamy, the movie features them in leading roles.

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Gabbar Singh

2012 • 153 min

A young man leaves home in anger, estranged from his stepfather and half-brother. Years later, he rises to become a police inspector and confronts a notorious criminal.

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Gully Rowdy

2021 • 143 min

A low-level hood dreams of success and wants to honor his grandfather's memory by assisting a seasoned criminal with a land dispute. Meanwhile, a police officer investigates a murder and hunts for the suspects.

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Parugu

2008 • 173 min

A group of friends are taken against their will to a remote village and held captive. The village head holds them responsible for his daughter's secret marriage and sees them as prisoners.

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Bharat Ane Nenu

2018 • 173 min • Budget $11M • Box office $33M

Drama, Action

Following his father's unexpected death, Bharat, an Oxford graduate, becomes the new chief minister. Dissatisfied with the state's governance, he attempts to enact reforms against widespread corruption, but encounters opposition from powerful adversaries.

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Adanga Maru

2018 • 146 min

Action, Thriller, Crime

A dedicated police officer, suspended after clashing with powerful figures, embarks on a path of vengeance against those responsible for the deaths of people close to him.

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Neninthe

2008 • 145 min

Ravi, an assistant director, longs to direct his own movie, but producers are reluctant to take a chance on him. At the same time, he develops a relationship with Sandhya, a dancer who aspires to be a leading lady and…

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Anjaneyulu

2009 • 155 min

Pavan/Abhimanyu works for HMTV in Hyderabad, staying close to his retired father, Krishnamurthy, and his mother. His boss, Sudarshan Babu, hires a new Creative Consultant, Surya/Prabhakar Garu, leading to changes at the TV channel and opportunities for Pavan to interview…

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Magadheera

2009 • 164 min • Budget $420M

Action

A motorcycle racer meets a woman and is overwhelmed by visions of a past life: they were deeply in love in a kingdom ravaged by war, centuries ago. But the woman he's found is also the reincarnation of his former…

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DJ: Duvvada Jagannadham

2017 • 160 min

Action, Comedy, Crime

A principled young man dedicated to helping people find justice is recruited as an undercover agent for a major case. The investigation targets a crime lord working with a corrupt minister, who is also the father of the man's love…

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Yamadonga

2007 • 178 min • Budget $4M • Box office $10M

Fantasy, Action, Comedy

Orphaned Raja, a thief, dies while assisting a gang in kidnapping a wealthy heiress named Mahi for ransom. He then finds himself in Yamlok, the realm of the dead, where he must battle Yama, the god of death, in a…

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Nuvva Nena

2012 • 140 min

*Nuvva Nena* (You or Me) is a Telugu romantic comedy film directed by P. Narayana in his directorial debut and produced by Vamsi Krishna under SVK Cinema. The film stars Shriya Saran, Allari Naresh, Sharvanand, and Vimala Raman in the…

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Singam 2

2013 • 166 min • Budget $7M

Action, Comedy, Crime

Continuing the story from Singam, Duraisingam is now working undercover as an NCC officer at a school in Thoothukudi, after meeting with the Home Minister. Only the Chief Minister and Home Minister are aware of his operation, besides Duraisingam himself.

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Naa Alludu

2005 • 153 min

Karthik, feeling slighted after being turned down for a job despite being well-qualified, decides to seek revenge. He declares he will marry one of Bhanumati's daughters. In response, Bhanumati hires a bodyguard to protect them.

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Kanche

2015 • 119 min

A story about love set during World War II.

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Srimanthudu

2015 • 163 min

Action, Drama

Harsha is a wealthy man who seemingly has it all, yet desires something more. He decides to adopt an entire village, aiming to enact positive change within the community.

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Kaala

2018 • 166 min • Budget $20M • Box office $19M

Action, Crime, Drama

Karikaalan tirelessly protects the residents of Dharavi, a Mumbai slum, from powerful politicians and the ruthless land mafia boss, Hari Dhadha.

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Endukante Premanta

2012 • 155 min

A young man and woman grapple with uncertainty about their growing affection for one another.

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Oopiri

2016 • 158 min

Drama, Family, Romance

This is the true story of an unlikely friendship between two men from vastly different worlds: a wealthy, paralyzed aristocrat who suffered a spinal cord injury during a paragliding flight, and a young man growing up in a disadvantaged neighborhood.

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Koode

2018 • 155 min

Drama, Romance

Grief over his sister's death prompts a young man to reconsider his past and what he wants for his future. He discovers strength and encouragement from people he never expected.

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Induvadana

2022 • 123 min

Vasu, a forest officer, develops a romantic relationship with Indu, a tribal girl, and their love deepens. Their happiness is shattered when Indu is killed, and she becomes a ghost. Vasu is then compelled to uncover the circumstances surrounding her…

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David

2013 • 155 min

Two men named David, living in different regions of India, are on the cusp of a life-altering decision when unexpected circumstances bring their paths together.

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Sita

2019 • 161 min

Sita is focused solely on material wealth. MLA Basava Raju desires her and wants her to fulfill a promise she made to him in exchange for his assistance. The story centers on Ram, a man whose naivete puts him in…

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