Be it Simhadri or RRR, Jr NTR has delivered some iconic performances, and is Tollywood's one of the most versatile actors.
Jr NTR, often referred to as the Man of Masses, is the grandson of the renowned actor, film director, film producer N. T. Rama Rao, who was also the former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh. After bagging his first leading role in Ninnu Choodalani (2001), he rose to stardom with the coming-of-age film Student No: 1 (2001) and the action drama Aadi (2002). In his career so far, he has starred in several hits, including Simhadri (2003), Yamadonga (2007), Adhurs (2010), and Baadshah (2013), among others, making him one of the most loved Tollywood actors.
On the occasion of his 42nd birthday on May 20, let’s take a look at his highly-rated movies on IMDb, from intense dramas to high-octane action films. These films not only showcase his acting prowess but also highlight how he can step easily into diverse roles.
The 2022 epic historical action drama, helmed by filmmaker S. S. Rajamouli, stars N. T. Rama Rao Jr. and Ram Charan, along with Ajay Devgn, Alia Bhatt, and Shriya Saran. The film revolves around two Indian rebels, Alluri Sitarama Raju (Charan) and Komaram Bheem (Rama Rao), and how together they resist the British Raj. The film was made at a budget of Rs 550 crore, and was released on March 25, 2022.
The 2015 action film, co-written and directed by Puri Jagannadh, features N. T. Rama Rao Jr., Kajal Aggarwal, Prakash Raj, and Posani Krishna Murali. The film revolves around Daya, a crooked police officer, who gets involved in a murder case following a brawl. It was Jr NTR’s one of the most loved films.
The 2016 action thriller film, helmed by Sukumar, stars N. T. Rama Rao Jr., Jagapathi Babu, Rajendra Prasad, and Rakul Preet Singh. Nannaku Prematho, which loosely translates to- To Father with Love, was praised by the audience and critics alike.
Directed and co-written by S. S. Rajamouli, the 2003 action film features Jr NTR, Bhumika Chawla, and Ankitha, along with Mukesh Rishi, Nassar, and Rahul Dev. The film was praised for its story, direction, and emotional scenes.
Written and directed by Trivikram Srinivas, the 2018 action drama film stars N. T. Rama Rao Jr., Pooja Hegde, and Jagapathi Babu in key parts. Its storyline revolves around Veera Raghava, a young man who gets into a violent fight with men from a rival village, but eventually decides to restore peace in the two villages, whose people have been in conflict for 30 years.
