Top 5 underrated performance of Manchu Vishu: Manchu Vishnu, who is renowned for his energetic presence and adaptability, has made his own niche in Telugu cinema. Although he tends to go under the radar in contrast to some of the more prominent stars, his commitment to playing different types of roles and genres tells us so much about his craft. Throughout his career, he has given many promising performances that are worth greater praise than they have been given. Following is a glimpse at five such performances that showcase Vishnu as an actor.
“Dhee” was a turning point in Vishnu’s career. His performance as Babu, a cheeky and self-assured youngster who is stuck in a comedy of errors, captured the hearts of people in the Telugu states. His timing in this film, the delivery of his dialogue, and his on-screen presence with the cast catapulted the movie to a huge box-office hit.
Taking a risk, Vishnu collaborated with his father, Mohan Babu, in this action-packed faction drama film directed by Ram Gopal Varma. Playing a fearless but loyal son, his acting was raw and emotional. The film helped him to project a serious, grounded aspect of his acting.
This movie solidified Vishnu’s comic strength. Tackling a character of a dual role with a mission to resolve familial disputes, Vishnu was able to provide laughter while maintaining depth of emotion. His exchanges with comedian Brahmanandam are still remembered today.
“Anukshanam” provided Vishnu an opportunity to step away from commercial cinema. Portraying a fierce police officer on the hunt for a serial killer, his performance lent depth to the suspense narrative. Although the movie appealed to a niche viewer base, it testified to his versatility.
In this technology crime thriller, Vishnu played the role of a mastermind for a billion-dollar fraud. The contemporary theme of the film and his subtle performance depicted his improvement as an actor to play complex characters.
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From mass heroes to intense thrillers, Manchu Vishnu has played roles that depict range and risk. These five films, although underappreciated, best prove the extent of his talent and his development as a maturing actor in Telugu cinema.