Suryakantham
ActingAbout Suryakantham
Suryakantam (28 October 1924 – 18 December 1994) was an Indian actress in Tollywood. She was known for playing the role of cruel mothers-in-law.
Suryakantham Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Suryakantham 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 Suryakantham's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Suryakantham'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 Kalam Marindi, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Suryakantham Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Suryakantham's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Suryakantham has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | Manchi Manasulu | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Mundadugu | Bhujangam's wife | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Gorantha Deepam | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Yamagola | Seethamma | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Sri Rajeshwari Vilas Coffee Club | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Andala Ramudu | Samalamma | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Koduku Kodalu | Durgamma | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Papam Pasivadu | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Kalam Marindi | Srinivas' grandmother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Prema Nagar | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Srimanthudu | Kaasulamma | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Dasara Bullodu | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Dharma Daata | Vijayapur Rani | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Maro Prapancham | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Ali Baba 40 Dongalu | Sultana | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Vidhi Vilasam | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Varakatnam | Chukkamma | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Adrushtavanthulu | Pesaratla Peramma | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Ramu | Manikyam | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Niluvu Dopidi | Chukamma | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Private Master | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Ummadi Kutumbam | Gowri | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Kanne Manasulu | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Navaratri | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Zamindar | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Vivaha Bandham | Manikyamba | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Doctor Chakravarthy | Suryakanthamma | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Punarjanma | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Paruvu-Prathishtta | Durgamma | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Chaduvukunna Ammayilu | Vardhanamma | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Lava Kusa | Valmiki disciple's wife | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Kula Gotralu | Jagadamba | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Gundamma Katha | Gundamma | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Bhishma | Dasaraju's Wife | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Aathma Bandhuvu | Widowed Daughter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Kalasi Unte Kaladu Sukham | Soubhagyam | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Velugu Needalu | Kanaka Durgamma | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Appu Chesi Pappu Koodu | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Mangalya Balam | Kanthamma | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Intiguttu | Nancharamma | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Mayabazar | Hidimbi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Bhagyarekha | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Thodi Kodallu | Anasuya | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Charana Daasi | Seshamma | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Donga Ramudu | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Kanyasulkam | Meenakshi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Chakrapani | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Chandraharam | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Poongothai | Srugaram | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Pelli Chesi Choodu | Chukkalamma | Super Hit | Similar → |
Suryakantham - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Suryakantham?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Suryakantham is "Kalam Marindi" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Suryakantham acted in?
Suryakantham has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Suryakantham?
Other notable films include "Maro Prapancham", "Paruvu-Prathishtta", and "Intiguttu".