Renowned for their grand-scale production, massy presentation, compelling storytelling, and devoted fan base, Telugu films have left an indelible mark on the worldwide cinematic stage. The remarkable success of the top-grossing Telugu movies serves as clear evidence of their widespread popularity and profound influence.
The visual effects and cinematography of Telugu movies are regarded as among the most sophisticated in Indian cinema. The business has produced some of the most expensive and highest-grossing films in Indian history. Let’s dig into the best Telugu movies on Amazon Prime.
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Action, Drama
IMDB Rating- 7.6
Directed by Sukumar Pushpa: The Rise casts Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahad Fassil. The story is about a labourer named Pushpa who makes enemies as he rises in the world of red sandalwood smuggling. However, violence erupts when the police attempt to bring down his illegal business.
Action
IMDB Rating- 5.8
Starring Mahesh Babu and Rashmika Mandanna in the lead roles, Sarileru Neekevvaru is directed by Anil Ravipudi. The movie is about an army official who sets out for Kurnool after being assigned a covert mission. Soon, he finds himself in the middle of uncovering a major scam.
Action
IMDB Rating- 6.2
Starring Vijay Devarakonda, Nassar, Sanchana Natarajan, and Mehreen Pirzada, the film NOTA is directed by Anand Shankar. The movie revolves around a chief minister who is charged with corruption. He is forced to pass the baton to his son. The young man, with no political experience, soon finds himself stuck to the chair for a longer time.
Romance
IMDB Rating- 5.3
Directed by Radha Krishna Kumar, Radhe Shyam stars Prabhas, Pooja Hegde, and Bhagyashree in main roles. Based in 1970s Europe, a world-renowned palmist named Vikramaditya finds love when he meets Prerana, a doctor. However, their relationship is threatened by his view of destiny and a terminal illness.
Romance, Drama
IMDB Rating- 7.2
This Mahesh Babu and Pooja Hegde starrer Maharshi is directed by Vamshi Paidipally. The movie revolves around a rich businessman who returns to India to mend ways with his ex-classmate. However, when he learns about his friend’s plight, he tries to help him and becomes a saviour for villagers in the process.
Action
IMDB Rating- 5.5
The film revolves around an assistant police commissioner who must tackle his inner demons and confront external enemies who are trying to keep him from solving a mystery. This film is directed by Mahesh Surapaneni and casts Sudheer Babu, Apsara Rani, and Chitra Shukla.
Action
IMDB Rating- 5
Directed by Sujeeth, Saaho stars Prabhas and Shraddha Kapoor as the lead pair. The movie is about an undercover agent and his partner going after a thief who has stolen 2,000 crore rupees. Soon, they realise that the case is linked to the death of a crime lord and an emerging gang war.
Drama
IMDB Rating- 6
Starring Naga Chaitanya, Malvika Nair, Raashii Khanna, and Prakash Raj, Thank You is directed by Vikram Kumar. The film shows a major tragedy that forces a self-centred businessman to look back at the prominent moments in his life that built the foundation for his success and thank the people who helped him.
Action
IMDB Rating- 7.6
Starring Vishwak Sen, Meenakshi Chaudhary, and Adivi Sesh, HIT: The First Case is directed by Sailesh Kolanu. The film is about a police officer in the homicide intervention team who must overcome his struggles with his tragic past in order to investigate a case involving a missing woman.
Romance, Comedy
IMDB Rating- 5.6
Starring Nivetha Pethuraj, and Vishwak Sen, Paagal is directed by Naresh Kuppili. The movie is about Prem, a young man who is in search of love in every woman he comes across. However, when he finds true love in Theera, they face several challenges in their quest to unite.
Biopic
IMDB Rating- 8.7
The Nambi Effect is a retelling of Nambi Narayananʼs life. Like many legends, Nambi is deeply flawed, is a genius who has also earned himself certain enemies and detractors, making him a compelling modern protagonist. This film stars R. Madhavan and is also directed by him.
Action
IMDB Rating- 5.6
Directed by Shiva Nirvana, Tuck Jagadeesh stars Nani in the lead role. This movie is about Bhudevipuram that has a long history of families warring over ancestral property. However, when its headman’s family falls into the same trap, his younger son decides to break the village’s age-old legacy.
Action/Drama
IMDB Rating- 7/10
Starring Pawan Kalyan, Vakeel Saab is directed by Venu Sriram. The film is about three girls who find themselves accused of attempted to murder after escaping molestation. Their only hope is an alcoholic lawyer who agrees to take up the case.
Action
IMDB Rating- 7.5
Directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran, the film casts Prithviraj Sukumaran himself alongside Mohanlal, Tovino Thomas, Manju Warrier, and Vivek Oberoi. The film is about a major power struggle that occurs when the leader of a political party passes away. Amid the chaos, a mysterious man named Stephen steps in to ascend the throne. 
Romance
IMDB Rating- 4.6
Starring Surbhi, Aadi Saikumar, and Raashi Singh, Sashi is directed by Srinivas Naidu Nadikatla. The movie is about an alcoholic singer with anger issues, who falls in love with Sashi, a woman with a traumatic past. As they grow close, their respective troubles threaten to ruin them.
Action
IMDB Rating- 6.8
V is directed by Mohana Krishna Indraganti. Starring Nani, Nivetha Thomas, Sudheer Babu, and Aditi Rao Hydari, V is a film about a celebrated police officer’s run of success that is shockingly interrupted by V, a mysterious killer, who specifically challenges him to end his killing spree.
Comedy
IMDB Rating- 7.3
Starring Naveen Polishetty and directed by Anudeep KV, Jathi Ratnalu is a movie about three young men who leave their village to find decent jobs in the city. However, they find themselves in a pickle when a minister blackmails them for a lost mobile phone.
Drama
IMDB Rating- 3.8
Directed by Koratala Siva, Acharya casts Ramcharan, Chiranjeevi, Pooja Hegde, and Mahesh Babu. The film revolves around a mysterious stranger who shows up to end illegal practices and fulfill his comrade’s wish.
Action, Drama
IMDB Rating- 6
Starring Vijay, and Rashmika Mandanna as the lead pair, Varisu is directed by Vamshi Paidipally. The film shows a prodigal son who must prove his mettle and reunite his broken family.
Action
IMDB Rating- 5.6
Starring Mahesh Babu and Keerthy Suresh and directed by Parasuram, Sarkaru Vaari Pata is an action-packed movie. The film revolves around Mahi being forced to retrieve the amount from her father, who is a politician in Vizag. However, Mahi’s visit unravels a giant banking scandal.
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