Bharathi Rao
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Bharathi Rao is an Indian film actress who has performed in Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam, Tamil and Telugu language films. She was mostly seen as a leading actress in the Kannada film industry during the late 1960s to 1980s.
Bharathi Rao Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Bharathi Rao reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Bharathi Rao's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 76% of Bharathi Rao's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Mastana, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Bharathi Rao Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Bharathi Rao's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Bharathi Rao has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Kurukshetra | Kunti | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Doddmane Hudga | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Raaj | Herself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Mazhathullikkilukkam | Alice John | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Karumadikkuttan | Kuttan & Nandini's Grandmother | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Narasimham | Sharada | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Sundara Pandian | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Nakshatratharattu | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Varnapakittu | Sunny's Mother | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Oru Yaatra Mozhi | Govindan Kutty's Mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Achan Kombath Amma Varambath | Parvathi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Devasuram | Yasodha | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Prema Yuddham | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Yuddha Kaanda | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Uttar Dakshin | Bharathi | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Uppu | Khadeeja | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Runa Mukthalu | Goda | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Bangarada Jinke | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Rahasya Rathri | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Manasaakshi | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Nagarahole | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Kunwara Baap | Radha | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Doorada Betta | Gowri | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Swayamvara | Vasantha Devi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Bidugade | Shobha | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Jaga Mecchida Maga | Yamini | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Bangarada Manushya | Lakshmi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Janma Rahasya | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Hrudaya Sangama | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Sri Krishna Rukmini Sathyabhama | Sathyabhama | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Avalukkendru Oru Manam | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Kula Gourava | Radha | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Baalu Belagithu | Lakshmi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Mastana | Sharada | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Bhale Jodi | Sunitha | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Sri Krishnadevaraya | Chinna Devi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Mayor Muthanna | Geetha | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Gandondu Hennaru | Veena/Malathi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Nil Gavani Kadhali | Malathi | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Beedi Basavanna | Vijaya | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Rajadurgada Rahasya | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Deiva Cheyal | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Mehrban | Geeta Swarup | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Gange Gowri | Gange | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Sandhya Raaga | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Emme Thammanna | Meena | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Nadodi | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Suraj | Geeta Singh (as Bharati) | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Dudde Doddappa | Kalpana | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Geet Gaaya Pattharonne | Chanchal - Ramlal's niece | Average | Similar → |
Bharathi Rao - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Bharathi Rao?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bharathi Rao is "Mastana" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Bharathi Rao acted in?
Bharathi Rao has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Bharathi Rao?
Other notable films include "Achan Kombath Amma Varambath", "Uppu", and "Baalu Belagithu".