'Simhasanam', 'Sakshi', 'Simhasanam': TOP 5 movies of superstar Ghattamaneni Krishna you can't miss

The memory of Superstar Ghattamaneni Krishna remains cherished among all Tollywood fans, as he portrayed numerous iconic characters in his movies. Renowned not only for his impactful roles but also for spearheading a technological revolution in filmmaking, superstar Krishna was a trendsetter who introduced various technical aspects and revolutionary changes that significantly contributed to the evolution of the Telugu film industry.

Displaying his versatility, Ghattamaneni Krishna took on dual roles in 24 movies and triple roles in seven films. His on-screen chemistry with Vijaya Nirmala in 48 movies and Jayaprada in 47 films created unforgettable cinematic moments.

On the first anniversary of his passing on November 15th, we remember Superstar Krishna, and his legacy lives on through his son, Mahesh Babu, who has emerged as one of the leading stars in Tollywood. Let's take a moment to reflect on some of the significant roles played by Krishna in his illustrious film career.

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'Sakshi', released in 1967 and directed by Bapu, holds historical significance as the first Telugu film shot at outdoor locations. It took the bold step of filming outside studios and city confines, completing the entire movie in just 20 days. Notably, Sakshi gained acclaim at the Tashkent Film Festival and marked Krishna's first collaboration with Vijaya Nirmala, whom he later married. Despite initial skepticism about its success, Sakshi ran for nearly a month, challenging industry expectations.

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This movie stands out as India's pioneer cowboy film, hitting screens on August 27, 1971. This commercial success, lasting 100 days, was dubbed in multiple languages, including Tamil, Hindi, and English. Directed by KSR Das and written by Aarudra, the film featured Krishna and Vijaya Nirmala in lead roles, contributing to its pan-Indian appeal.

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released in 1974, is revered as one of Krishna's finest works. Recognized as the first Cinemascope movie in Tollywood, it showcased Krishna as the revolutionary tribal leader Alluri Sitarama Raju. The film garnered accolades, winning National Film Awards and Nandi Awards, and became the highest-grossing Telugu film of the year.

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Gudachari 116, released on August 11, 1966, marked Krishna's entry into the spy genre. This groundbreaking film, featuring Krishna as a spy, enjoyed immense success and paved the way for subsequent spy movies. The film was remade in Hindi as 'Farz' in 1967. In this film, the Superstar collaborated with Shoban Babu, who played the role of an Agent . Anuradha penned the script for 'Gudachari,' which was directed by M Mallikarjuna Rao.

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This movie, released in 1986 holds a special place as the first Telugu film shot in 70 MM with six-track stereophonic sound. Krishna, in addition to his lead role, took on the roles of director, writer, editor, and producer. The film set records, being the first to collect over ₹1.5 crore in its first week and achieving the highest gross collection in a single theatre in Hyderabad city.

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