Discussing the realm of the Best Telugu Movies on Netflix, the streaming giant, though somewhat sluggish in the Telugu movie category compared to Amazon Prime Video, offers a limited yet noteworthy selection. Despite the scarcity, the available movies exhibit commendable quality and are certainly worth your time. Here’s a compilation of the Best Telugu Movies on Netflix that you shouldn’t overlook.
20. Parugu
– Featuring: Sheela Kaur and Allu Arjun
– Director: ‘Bommarillu’ Bhaskar
– Genre: Romance
– Synopsis: Neelakantam’s daughter elopes with Babu, leading to Babu’s friends being kidnapped for retribution. Amidst this, Krishna falls in love with Neelakantam’s younger daughter.
19. Oh! Baby
– Starring: Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Lakshmi
– Director: B. V. Nandini Reddy
– Genre: Fantasy / Comedy
– Review Excerpt: “Oh! Baby” starring Samantha Ruth Prabhu delivers on family entertainment with a mix of comedy, emotion, and a remarkable performance from Samantha.
18. GodFather
– Starring: Chiranjeevi & Satyadev
– Director: Mohan Raja
– Genre: Political
– Synopsis: A political drama featuring ‘Megastar’ Chiranjeevi, GodFather explores the power struggle within the ruling party after the State Chief Minister’s death.
17. Thimmarusu: Assignment Vali
– Starring: Satyadev Kancharana, Priyanka Jawalkar
– Synopsis: A remake of the 2019 Kannada movie, Thimmarusu follows a police trainee’s amateur investigation into the kidnapping of a girl, starring Satyadev Kancharana.
16. Shyam Singha Roy
– Starring: Nani, Sai Pallavi & Krithi Shetty
– Director: Rahul Sankrityan
– Genre: Period / Drama
– Synopsis: Shyam Singha Roy revolves around a director accused of plagiarism, discovering a transcendental connection to his past life.
15. Uppena
– Starring: Vaishnav Tej & Krithi Shetty
– Director: Buchi Babu Sana
– Genre: Romance
– Synopsis: Uppena portrays the love story of Aasi and Sangeetha, navigating caste differences and ego issues.
14. Oohalu Gusagusalade
– Featuring: Naga Shourya & Raashii Khanna
– Director: Srinivas Avasarala
– Genre: Romance
– Synopsis: A sweet and simple love story, Oohalu Gusagusalade marks the directorial debut of Srinivas Avasarala.
13. Saakini Daakini
– Starring: Nivetha Thomas & Regina Cassandra
– Director: Sudheer Varma
– Genre: Action-Thriller
– Synopsis: Two police trainees embark on an amateur investigation after witnessing a girl’s kidnapping in Saakini Daakini.
12. Bheeshma
– Starring: Nithiin & Rashmika Mandanna
– Director: Venky Kudumula
– Genre: Comedy-Drama
– Synopsis: Bheeshma follows the journey of a meme creator who, determined to remain single, encounters Chaitra.
11. Ante Sundaraniki!
– Starring: Nani & Nazriya Fahadh
– Director: Vivek Athreya
– Genre: Romance
– Synopsis: Sundar and Leela must convince their traditional Hindu and Christian families to approve their marriage in this peppy and funny rollercoaster ride.
10. Anukokunda Oka Roju
– Featuring: Charmme Kaur & Jagapathi Babu
– Director: Chandra Sekhar Yeleti
– Genre: Thriller
– Synopsis: Anukokunda Oka Roju explores the story of an independent woman entangled in a bizarre situation involving a cult.
9. Major
– Featuring: Adivi Sesh, Saiee Manjrekar
– Director: Sashi Kiran Tikka
– Genre: Biopic
– Synopsis: Major recounts the life of Sandeep Unnikrishnan, focusing on his childhood, teenage years, and bravery during the 26/11 Mumbai attacks.
8. Eega
– Starring: Samantha & Kichcha Sudeep
– Director: S. S. Rajamouli
– Genre: Drama
– Synopsis: Directed by SS Rajamouli, Eega tells the story of Nani, who reincarnates as a fly seeking revenge for his death caused by his lover’s jealous boss.
7. Uma Maheswara Ugra Roopasya
– Starring: Satyadev Kancharana, VK Naresh
– Director: Venkatesh Maha
– Genre: Drama
– Synopsis: Uma Maheswara Ugra Roopasya explores the intriguing life of a struggling man in a village, with remarkable performances and picturesque locales.
6. AWE!
– Starring: Kajal Aggarwal, Cassandra
– Director: Prashanth Varma
– Genre: Psy-Thriller
– Synopsis: AWE! weaves together various stories, including an imaginative one with a fish and a tree speaking, showcasing Prashanth Varma’s skillful storytelling.
5. Mallesham
– Starring: Priyadarshi, Jhansi
– Director: Raj R
– Genre: Biopic
– Synopsis: Mallesham portrays the inspiring journey of Chintakindi Mallesham, the inventor of the ‘Asu (Weaving) Machine,’ with a focus on his passion and determination.
4. Cinema Bandi
– Starring: Vikas Vasistha, Sandeep Varanasi
– Director: Praveen Kandregula
– Genre: Drama
– Synopsis: Cinema Bandi tells the story of a rickshaw driver who decides to make a film with an expensive camera he discovers, offering a fresh, heartwarming take.
3. Ee Nagariniki Emaindi?
– Starring: Vishwak Sen, Sushanth Reddy
– Director: Tharun Bhascker
– Genre: Buddy Comedy
– Synopsis: Tharun Bhascker’s film explores the fun, silliness, and drama of a buddy-comedy genre, connecting with viewers who miss their pre-marriage adventures.
2. Ala Vaikunthapurramloo
– Starring: Allu Arjun, Pooja Hegde
– Director: Trivikram Srinivas
– Genre: Drama
– Synopsis: A blockbuster hit, Ala Vaikunthapurramloo captivates with its unique plot, stellar performances, comedic scenes, and chartbuster songs.
1. Care of Kancharapalem
– Starring: Raju, Radha Bessey
– Director: Venkatesh Maha
– Genre: Drama
– Synopsis: Care of Kancharapalem, set in Visakhapatnam, narrates four endearing love stories of different age groups, making it a compelling and must-watch independent film.
This diverse selection showcases the richness and variety of Telugu cinema available on Netflix, providing audiences with a mix of genres and compelling narratives.
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