South Indian heroes, especially Telugu heroes, have been doing historical roles in the movies from the times of NT Ramarao itself.
Celebrated Movie Astrologer cum Business Transformation Expert Hirav Shah says, “As one of the biggest film center points on the planet, the Indian entertainment world is famous for its allure, dynamic quality, and show.
I think Bahuballi has set a platform for Telugu Films to become the biggest industry in India. There is no doubt Hindi films always have the superior and a great Hindi film vs. a great Telugu film most times; the Hindi film will win.
But Bahubali and now the recent super success of Allu Arjun’s Pushpa has proven that a great regional film can rule the Indian box office. Because of Bahubali, KGF 2, and Pushpa, Telugu budgets have increased, Telugu films collections have also increased, and now Telugu filmmakers are trying to cater their movies toward the national audience. So I think TFI has a very good chance of becoming the number one industry in India.”
Hirav Shah adds, “Biopics or stories based on lives of historical figures have been a welcome change from regular commercial stories. Some created history and changed the trend of the movies produced post their release as well.“
Hirav Shah picks his favorite Historical films by top Tollywood actors that have created a solid impact.
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1. Ram Charan
In his 2009 film, Magadheera, Ram Charan played the role of a fantasy historical character. Directed by ace director SS Rajamouli, Magadheera has Kajal Aggarwal in the female lead role.
After a decade, Ram Charan will be seen in the historical character of Alluri Seethaaramaraaju in his soon-to-be-released patriotic period drama, RRR. Being directed by SS Rajamouli, the film is set to hit the screens on March 25th.
2. Prabhas
Prabhas played historical roles Mahendra Baahubali and Amarendra Baahubali in Rajamouli’s Baahubali series. Released in two parts in 2015 and 2017, Post-Baahubali, Prabhas got pan-India stardom.
3. Chiranjeevi
With the 2019 film Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy, for the first time in his 40 years film career, Chiranjeevi played the role of a historical leader Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy in his biopic. While Surender Reddy directed the film, Nayantara and Tamannaah played female lead roles. In addition, Amitabh Bachchan and Anushka Shetty played cameo roles in the movie.
4. Allu Arjun
In the 2015 film, Rudramadevi, Allu Arjun played a special role as Gona Gannareddy. Directed by Gunasekhar, the film has Anushka Shetty in the titular role. Rana Daggubati also played a key role in the movie.
5. NTR Junior
For the first time in his career, NTR Jr will be seen in a historical role as Komaram Bheem in his soon-to-be-released film, RRR. Being directed by Rajamouli, the film also has Ram Charan, Alia Bhatt, Ajay Devgn, Shriya Saran, among others, in key roles.
6. Pawan Kalyan
Pawan Kalyan is doing a period drama titled Hari Hara Veeramallu. Being directed by Krish, the film has almost wrapped up fifty percent of its shooting. Set in the Mughal era, the film has high chances to hit the screens this year itself. Niddhi Agerwal is the female lead in the movie, and senior filmmaker AM Ratnam is producing this high-budget film.
7. Balakrishna
Earlier, Balakrishna played many mythological and historical roles in his career. The recent one is Gautami Putra Sathakarni, a period biographical film on the unsung king. Directed by Krish, the film has Shriya Saran as the female lead. In addition, Bollywood actress Hema Malini played the hero’s mother role in the movie.
Hirav Shah concludes by saying, “Bollywood also must attempt a historical film on a huge scale that can challenge international standards. Many fascinating stories in our history and culture are waiting to be told. I hope it happens soon when Bollywood also can boast of a film like 300, Troy, and Dunkirk.”
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