Remembering Sridevi on her death anniversary, she remains a beloved figure in the hearts of millions of people, and known as the “first female superstar” of Indian cinema. She entertained audiences with her unforgettable performances, timeless melodies and famous dance numbers when she first started working in movies at a young age. She inspired many actors of the modern age and her influence followed generations. On this seventh anniversary of her death, let’s take a look at her most well-known Telugu movies, iconic songs.

Sridevi’s Top Telugu Movies:

1. Kshana Kshanam:

This film is directed by Ram Gopal Varma, it was released in 1991. It was a blockbuster hit and won five Nandi Awards in Best direction, best screenplay and also best actress in filmfare awards. The plot runs when Satya and Chandu are forced to go on a road trip together under strange circumstances. On their way, they are chased by Nayar, an eccentric bank robber, and Inspector Yadav. This is one of the best movies in Sridevi’s filmography.

2. Sadma:

Sadma is an Hindi Romantic drama film but has remakes in different languages. This film is written and directed by Balu Mahendra. Film was an commercial failure after the release but Sridevi’s performance is widely praised. Over the time this film gained cult status. This film’s plot runs when Somu meets Nehalata in a brothel and senses her amnesiac problems, which regresses her to a childlike state. He decides to take her to his hometown and nurse her back to good health. Sridevi’s performance in this film is one of the finest performances in her career.

3. Jagadeka Veerudu Athiloka Sundari:

This film is directed by K. Raghavendra Rao which was released in 1990. This is a Telugu fantasy film starring with Megastar Chiranjeevi and Sridevi. This is the blockbuster hit film and one of the highest grossing film in 90’s. Audience are critics widely appreciated this film. This film’s plot run when Raju, a guide and caretaker of four young orphans accidentally finds a ring that belongs to Indraja, the daughter of Lord Indra. She comes to Earth to retrieve what belongs to her. This is one of the best fantasy film in her career.

These are the few films from her golden career which are critically acclaimed and appreciated by the audience all over the country. She is India’s first female superstar, She is the only actress in 90’s to act in multiple languages and got industry hit too. She acted in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada. Her unforgettable songs are still on trending, songs like Hawaa hawaai, Jaamu Rathiri, Surmayee Ankhiyon any many others.

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