Chittoor V. Nagayya
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Chittor V. Nagaiah (born Vuppaladadiyam Nagayya Sarma, Telugu: వుప్పలదడియం నాగయ్య శర్మ) was a multilingual Indian filmactor, composer, director, producer, writer and playback singer from Andhra Pradesh, India. Indian film journalist and the editor of Film India, Baburao Patel, described Nagiah as ‘The Paul Muni of India’. [1] Nagaiah has acted in about 200 Telugu films, and 160 films in Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam and Hindi. He was one of the first south Indian actors, to be honoured with the Padma Shri by the Government of India in 1965.
Chittoor V. Nagayya Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Chittoor V. Nagayya 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 Chittoor V. Nagayya's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Chittoor V. Nagayya'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 Karpagam, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Chittoor V. Nagayya Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Chittoor V. Nagayya's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Chittoor V. Nagayya has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | Ennai Pol Oruvan | Sundaramoorthy's father | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Aadambaralu Anubandhalu | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Papam Pasivadu | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Prema Nagar | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Naa Thammudu | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Desamante Manushuloyi | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Aadarsa Kutumbam | Raghavendra Rao | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Nam Naadu | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Annaiyum Pithavum | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Lakshmi Nivasam | Gopal | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Ramu | Swamiji | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Niluvu Dopidi | Swamiji | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Sri Krishnavataram | Dritharashtra | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Private Master | Jagannath Rao | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Stree Janma | Parandhamaiah | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Marapurani Katha | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Bhama Vijayam | Saint | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Selvam | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Navaratri | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Paramanandayya Sishyula Katha | Paramanandayya | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Satya Harishchandra | Maharshi Vasishta | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Vivaha Bandham | Principal Appa Rao | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Karpagam | Subramanian | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Dakshayagnam | Dhadhechi Maharshi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Paalum Pazhamum | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Sati Sulochana (Indrajeet) | Valmiki Maharshi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Paava Mannippu | Muslim doctor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Seetha Rama Kalyanam | Dasaratha | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Maa Babu | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Mahishasura Mardini | Shukracharya | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Nalla Theerpu | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Athisaya Thirudan | Saint | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Illarame Nallaram | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Thirumanam | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Sampoorna Ramayanam | Dasarathan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Ambikapathy | Kulothunga Chola I | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Amara Deepam | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Tenali Raman | Mahamantri Thimmarusu | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Pennin Perumai | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Tenali Ramakrishna | Timmarusu | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Kanavane Kan Kanda Deivam | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Sangham | Ramanatham | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Penn | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Thai Ullam | Zamindar Seethapath | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Sarvadhikari | Ugrasenar | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Mana Desam | Ramnath | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Yogi Vemana | Vemana/ Vema Reddy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Thyagaiah | Tyagayya | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Meera | Rana, King of Mewar | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Ashok Kumar | King Ashoka | Super Hit | Similar → |
Chittoor V. Nagayya - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Chittoor V. Nagayya?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Chittoor V. Nagayya is "Karpagam" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Chittoor V. Nagayya acted in?
Chittoor V. Nagayya has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Chittoor V. Nagayya?
Other notable films include "Thyagaiah", "Naa Thammudu", and "Nalla Theerpu".