Kanta Rao
Tadepalli Lakshmi Kantha Rao was an Indian actor and producer known for his works predominantly in Telugu cinema. Regarded as one of the finest method actors, Rao appeared in more than 400 feature films, starring in many, in a variety of genres inclu...
93
Total Movies
6
Languages
8.0
Avg Rating (TMDB)
N/A
Highest Grossing
Essential Watchlist
Ooriki Monagadu
1981
🇮🇳 Telugu
Prema Tarangalu
1980
🇮🇳 Telugu
Rowdy Ramudu Konte Krishnudu
1980
🇮🇳 Telugu
Manavoori Pandavulu
1978
🇮🇳 Telugu
Yugapurushudu
1978
🇮🇳 Telugu
Maya Maschindra
1975
🇮🇳 Telugu
Desa Drohulu
1973
🇮🇳 Telugu
Stree Janma
1967
🇮🇳 Telugu
Sri Krishna Pandaveeyam
1966
🇮🇳 Telugu
Aaptha Mithrulu
1963
🇮🇳 Telugu
Jayasimha
1955
🇮🇳 Telugu
Seetha Rama Kalyanam
1961
🇮🇳 Telugu
Streaming Now (OTT)
Dhana 51
2005
🇮🇳 Telugu
Nijam
2003
🇮🇳 Telugu
Kondaveeti Simhasanam
2002
🇮🇳 Telugu
Pachani Kapuram
1985
🇮🇳 Telugu
Kondaveeti Simham
1981
🇮🇳 Telugu
Sri Rajeshwari Vilas Coffee Club
1976
🇮🇳 Telugu
Eduruleni Manishi
1975
🇮🇳 Telugu
Sri Ramaanjaneya Yuddham
1975
🇮🇳 Telugu
Alluri Seetarama Raju
1974
🇮🇳 Telugu
Veerabhimanyu
1965
🇮🇳 Telugu
Desa Drohulu
1964
🇮🇳 Telugu
Bhishma
1962
🇮🇳 Telugu
Complete Filmography
| Year ↓ | Movie | IMDb | Box Office | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Pratibimbalu | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2008 | Pandurangadu | ⭐ 3 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2007 | Shankar Dada Zindabad | ⭐ 4.6 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2005 | Dhana 51 | N/A | - | VI movies and tv |
| 2003 | Nijam | ⭐ 6.333 | - | Sun Nxt |
| 2002 | Kondaveeti Simhasanam | ⭐ 6.5 | - | Sun Nxt |
| 2001 | Ninnu Choodalani | ⭐ 6 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2001 | Bhayanak Bhootani | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1999 | Postman | ⭐ 3 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1994 | Bangaru Kutumbam | ⭐ 9 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1992 | Samrat Ashoka | ⭐ 7 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1991 | Alludu Diddina Kapuram | ⭐ 7 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1988 | Donga Ramudu | ⭐ 9 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1987 | Vishwanatha Nayakudu | ⭐ 7 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1987 | Ummadi Mogudu | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1986 | Deshoddharakudu | ⭐ 9 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1986 | Vikram | ⭐ 6.7 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1986 | Sri Shirdi Saibaba Mahathyam | ⭐ 9 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1986 | Simhasanam | ⭐ 8 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1985 | Pachani Kapuram | ⭐ 8 | - | Eros Now Select Apple TV Channel |
| 1984 | Kanchu Kaagada | ⭐ 8 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1983 | Poratam | ⭐ 8 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1983 | Siripuram Monagadu | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1982 | Shamsher Shankar | ⭐ 8 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1982 | Krishnavataram | ⭐ 7.5 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1982 | Vayyari Bhamalu Vagalamari Bhartalu | ⭐ 8 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1981 | Kondaveeti Simham | ⭐ 7.5 | - | Sun Nxt |
| 1981 | Ooriki Ichina Maata | ⭐ 7 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1981 | Guru Sishyulu | ⭐ 7.5 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1981 | Ooriki Monagadu | ⭐ 10 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1980 | Vamsa Vruksham | ⭐ 7 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1980 | Prema Tarangalu | ⭐ 10 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1980 | Rowdy Ramudu Konte Krishnudu | ⭐ 10 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1980 | Superman | ⭐ 3.875 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1980 | Kaali | ⭐ 5.3 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1980 | Ram Robert Rahim | ⭐ 7 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1979 | Samajaniki Sawal | ⭐ 9 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1979 | Yugandhar | ⭐ 8 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1979 | Vetagadu | ⭐ 7 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1979 | Burripalem Bullodu | ⭐ 9 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1979 | Mande Gundelu | ⭐ 9 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1979 | Sommokadidhi Sokokadidhi | ⭐ 9 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1978 | Manavoori Pandavulu | ⭐ 10 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1978 | Yugapurushudu | ⭐ 10 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1978 | Gorantha Deepam | ⭐ 9 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1977 | Manasaakshi | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1977 | Yamagola | ⭐ 8 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1977 | Flowing Against | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1977 | Kurukshetram | ⭐ 9 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1976 | Magaadu | ⭐ 7 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1976 | Sri Rajeshwari Vilas Coffee Club | ⭐ 8 | - | Amazon Prime Video |
| 1975 | Muthyala Muggu | ⭐ 7 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1975 | Eduruleni Manishi | ⭐ 9 | - | Amazon Prime Video |
| 1975 | Pooja | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1975 | Maya Maschindra | ⭐ 10 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1975 | Sri Ramaanjaneya Yuddham | ⭐ 7.5 | - | Eros Now Select Apple TV Channel |
| 1974 | Nippulanti Manishi | ⭐ 7 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1974 | O Seeta Katha | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1974 | Aadambaralu Anubandhalu | ⭐ 9 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1974 | Alluri Seetarama Raju | ⭐ 8.75 | - | Sun Nxt |
| 1973 | Neramu Siksha | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1973 | Desa Drohulu | ⭐ 10 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1971 | Kathiki Kankanam | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1969 | Ekaveera | ⭐ 9 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1969 | Bommalu Cheppina Katha | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1968 | Veeranjaneya | ⭐ 8 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1968 | Niluvu Dopidi | ⭐ 8 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1967 | Chikkadu Dorakadu | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1967 | Private Master | ⭐ 8 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1967 | Stree Janma | ⭐ 10 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1966 | Palnati Yudham | ⭐ 9 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1966 | Sri Krishna Pandaveeyam | ⭐ 10 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1965 | Veerabhimanyu | N/A | - | Amazon Prime Video |
| 1965 | Aakasa Ramanna | ⭐ 8 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1965 | Jwalaadweepa Rahasyam | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1965 | Dorikithe Dongalu | ⭐ 7 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1965 | Pandava Vanavasamu | ⭐ 6.667 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1964 | Desa Drohulu | ⭐ 8 | - | Eros Now Select Apple TV Channel |
| 1964 | Marmayogi | ⭐ 8 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1963 | Narthanasala | ⭐ 7 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1963 | Aaptha Mithrulu | ⭐ 10 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1963 | Lava Kusa | ⭐ 8.75 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1963 | Sri Krishnarjuna Yudham | ⭐ 7 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1963 | Valmiki | ⭐ 7 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1963 | Guruvunu Minchina Sishyudu | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1962 | Bhishma | ⭐ 9 | - | Hungama Play |
| 1962 | Padandi Munduku | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1961 | Bhakta Kuchela | ⭐ 9 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1961 | Sati Sulochana (Indrajeet) | ⭐ 9 | - | Eros Now Select Apple TV Channel |
| 1961 | Seetha Rama Kalyanam | ⭐ 9.333 | - | Eros Now Select Apple TV Channel |
| 1960 | Bhatti Vikramarka | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1955 | Jayasimha | ⭐ 10 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1951 | Nirdoshi | ⭐ 9 | - | Theaters/TBA |
Kanta Rao Career & Box Office Summary
Kanta Rao is one of the most prominent figures in Indian cinema, having acted in over 93 movies across 6 languages. With a stellar average TMDB rating of 8.0/10, Kanta Rao has consistently delivered critically acclaimed performances and massive box office blockbusters.
Fans eagerly anticipating new releases can look forward to 0 upcoming movies scheduled for 2026 and beyond. Additionally, 14 of their films are currently available to stream on major OTT platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Disney+ Hotstar. Bookmark this profile page for real-time updates on Kanta Rao's latest theatrical releases, OTT digital streaming dates, and box office collection reports.
Career Highlights
Awards & All-Time Records
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Biographical details are curated from authoritative sources including Wikipedia, TMDB, and official actor press releases. Filmography list aggregates global releases with Indian box office estimates and official OTT calendars.