The Telugu film industry, one of the biggest in the nation in terms of scale and output, cranks out more than 200 films annually. The industry, also referred to as Tollywood, has its headquarters in Hyderabad, Telangana, which is also home to Ramoji Film City, the biggest film production facility in the world and a Guinness World Record holder. Netflix, however, is still lagging behind rivals Amazon and Hotstar, whose south packs contain a number of Hindi-dubbed or original versions of popular Telugu films.
While Netflix continues to rely on its enormous library of foreign content, Tollywood has a new ally in streaming services like Amazon and Hotstar. It will be challenging to search for and find your movie on Netflix if you are in the mood to brush up on your Telugu vocabulary. However, you need not worry because we have gathered some of the best Tollywood films for you. Here is a list of some of the best Telugu films currently streaming on Netflix.
Trivikram Srinivas wrote the screenplay and directed the movie, which became one of the highest-grossing productions in the Telugu film industry. The narrative centres on a young guy named Bantu, who is portrayed by Allu Arjun and is detested by his father Valmiki (Murali Sharma), and who looks to him for approval. When he finds out that Valmiki is not his true father, but rather the wealthy businessman Ramachandran, he attempts to carve out a place for himself in the household to which he truly belongs.
Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo is the ideal entertainment bundle since it encapsulates the full spectrum of feelings and flavour, including drama, action, romance, and swag. One of the most talked-about features of the movie is the actors’ performances, which have won praise from the reviewers.
Awe (2018)
Five ladies from five different origins who are caught up in five distinct situations are the subject of the film “Awe!” The film, billed as a psychological thriller, features some outstanding performances and almost faultless scripting. Each of the five female heroines is introduced in the title tune, which features incredible animation. A junkie, a cook, a magician, a biker girl who became a psychiatrist, a girl next door, and others are among them.
These women aren’t related to one another, but a tiny rope, Kali, holds them together. She is a troubled woman who makes the decision to kill herself and plans to do hara-kiri along with it. ‘Awe!’ is a fantastic thriller because of the enigmatic link between Kali and her terrible mass murder scheme with the five ladies. The narrative transitions the audience from humour to horror to drama to a mind-blowing finish.
Baahubali: The Beginning (2015)
The first and second installments of the war epic series “Baahubali” nearly all Indian box office records. Director Rajamouli’s two-part war spectacle’s astounding performance astounded the entire country. As other Indian filmmakers were keen to produce more Hollywood-style films, he goes against the wind. Rajamouli went back to India’s rich mythology, one of its most prized treasures. He appeared with an epic tale that, in scope and majesty, is comparable to the Mahabharatha or the Ramayana. The biggest film ever produced in India, “Baahubali,” became a reality when he was able to secure the funding and technical know-how.
A drowning child is saved by a tribal couple named Sanga and her husband who live in the dark jungles in the province of Mahismathi at the beginning of “Baahubali: The Beginning.” The little child develops into Shivudu, a daring young man endowed with numerous mystical abilities. During one of his adventures, he discovers the hidden secrets of a another land beyond the massive waterfall. In spite of his mother’s objections, Shivudu becomes restless out of curiosity and embarks on a perilous voyage. He ascends the entire cascade to the summit before continuing on to the high mountains. As a result of an unintentional confrontation with the rebel tribal girl, he becomes enamoured and travels to the independent nation of Mahismathi, where he would eventually run across his karma and archenemy, Bhallala Deva.
Baahubali 2: The Conclusion (2017)
From where the first episode’s cliffhanger left the audience, “Baahubali 2: The Conclusion” continues the story. In “The Beginning,” Baahubali is fatally shot from behind by Kattappa, the obedient slave warrior lord. The circumstances that lead up to the dramatic moment in “The Beginning” are described in the second part. Shivudu is astonished to learn that he is the prince of Mahishmati and the son of Amarendra Baahubali, as Kattappa relates in the past. Shivudu discovers that he is actually Mahendra Baahubali, the Bhallala Deva-ruled kingdom’s king and Amerendra Baahubali’s genuine heir.
This entertaining movie, starring Rashmika Mandanna as Chaitra and Nithiin Reddy as Bheeshma Prasad, is a must-see for anyone looking for something light and entertaining. Bheeshma is a meme maker who finds being single to be frustrating. He immediately falls in love with Chaitra after meeting her. Bheeshma is renowned for saying absurd one-liners at the strangest moments.
Venky Kudumula, who keeps to what he does well, is the film’s director. The story is also set against the backdrop of a conflict between two corporations—one that produces organic foods and the other that uses crops that have been chemically altered. However thanks to the theatrical theatrics that come with Venky’s films, the movie is generally kept on a lighter tone.
Although coming from opposite castes, Hari (Rakesh Varre) and Harathi (Gargeyi Yellapragada) fall in love. This presents a challenge, particularly for Harathi’s father who has a very traditional attitude. The narrative is about how Hari is able to win over Harathi’s father. Even though love romances are sometimes predictable, the actors in this movie deliver powerful performances while supporting the plot’s significant societal message. The movie uses humour to deftly address the delicate subject of caste prejudice. Along with serving as the movie’s producer, Basava Shankar and Rakesh Varre collaborated on the script and direction.
Mallesham (2019)
The biographical drama film “Mallesham,” starring Priyadarshi, Jhansi, Ananya Nagalla, and Ananda Chakrapani, was based on the life of Chintakindi Mallesham. The Raj R-directed film centres on Chintakindi, a dropout from the sixth grade who is inspired to create a weaving machine to aid his mother and other villagers like her. Chintakindi is unlike other people in that he is driven to attain his goal despite the absurd idea appearing impossible for someone with such little formal education to accomplish. The school dropout puts everything on the line when times are bad and ends up revolutionising the weaving business in the process.
Manu (2018)
This 2018 drama/mystery opens with the titular protagonist character, a painter, being courted by a woman by the name of Nila. Although they get along well, a little misunderstanding leads to a heated argument between the two at a bar. Manu sees three gangsters tormenting an elderly man after Nila leaves the pub and ends up defending him. He soon learns that these guys are now focusing on Nila. Manu is unsure of their identity and what they desire from Nila. Before they do any irreparable harm, he must quickly locate them. This movie has a fantastic premise, and the visuals are stunning as well. The film’s plodding pace, which makes it a bit tedious to watch, is the biggest issue, though.
Neevevaro (2018)
A visually impaired chef named Kalyan and Vennala, a stunning regular client, are the subjects of the love story “Neevevaro.” Kalyan owns and operates his own business and uses tenacity and willpower to overcome all aspects of his impairment. Kalyan’s family and friends give him all the support he needs to run his business successfully. The day Vennala enters Kalyan’s restaurant, everything in his life is permanently changed. Between the two, a lovely romance develops, and they begin to make plans for the future. But when Vennala mysteriously vanishes, their entire life is turned upside down. With the aid of his closest buddy Anu and a chubby police officer named Chokka Rao, Kalyan launches his own inquiry to learn what happened to his girlfriend. The suspense builds throughout “Neevevaro” till Kalyan uncovers the truth behind Vennala’s absence.
Oh! Baby (2019)
Savitri, commonly known as Baby (Samantha Akkineni), who miraculously gets a chance to relive her twenties after getting a picture taken in a studio, is the subject of the fantasy comedy Oh! Baby. The movie is a remake of the South Korean movie Miss Granny. What would you do if you had the chance to go back in time? The juxtaposition of a 70-year-old who looks young but has the soul of a septuagenarian serves as the foundation for this humorous voyage. Oh! One of Samantha’s best performances in her career is considered to have been in the B.V. Nandini Reddy-directed film Baby.
Sarkar (2018)
The action-packed movie, which was initially filmed in Tamil and is directed by A.R. Murugadoss, discusses the hidden danger of voting. Featuring Thalapthy Vijay as Sundar Ramasamy, a well-known businessman who travels back to India to cast his ballot but discovers that his vote has already been cast, thrusting him into a political thriller. He has to deal with strong, dishonest politicians that threaten people to advance their own agendas. Sundar enters the political scene, attempting to bring about certain urgently required improvements while also attempting to restore his legitimate right to vote. The soundtrack in the movie, which is by Oscar winner A.R. Rahman, highlights the drama and action.
Spyder (2020)
Mahesh Babu, Rakul Preet Singh, and the multifarious S.J. Surya starred in the thriller helmed by A.R. Murugadoss, which was simultaneously shot in Telugu and Tamil. Shiva (Mahesh Babu) is a member of the Intelligence Bureau who monitors people’s conversations and texts in order to assist them.
Bhairavudu/Sudalai, a psychopath on the loose, is a threat to the residents of Hyderabad, and he is committed to protect them (S.J. Surya). Sadistic serial killer Bhairavudu takes pleasure in seeing others grieve over their loved ones. Shiva and Bhairavudu/paths Sudalai’s intersect frequently, adding new plot twists as the plot progresses. Will Shiva be able to safeguard the citizens of Hyderabad at last?
Uma Maheswara Ugra Roopasya (2020)
The movie, whose English subtitles are “The Angry Shape of Uma Maheswara,” debuted on Netflix on July 30, 2020. Maheshinte Prathikaaram, a Malayalam movie, was remade into the comedy-drama. After the movie C/O Kancharapalem, this is Venkatesh Maha’s second project as a filmmaker. A bully beats up and insults a soft-spoken, unassuming photographer named Mahesh (Satyadev) in the story when he steps in to stop a fight from breaking out in the local market. He swears never to wear slippers again until he has exacted his retribution as a result of this occurrence, but it is not as simple as he thinks. People and the environment regularly put him to the test to see if he keeps his word. The protagonist’s innocence is endearing, and it is easy to understand the profound effect that even small changes in his life have on him.
