S. Rama Rao

Acting

Freshness: Jan 23, 2026

15Total Films

8.0 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of S. Rama Rao reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 15 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of S. Rama Rao's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 27% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), S. Rama Rao remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Poova Thalaiya, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best S. Rama Rao Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from S. Rama Rao's career based on audience ratings.

★8.0

★8.0

Poova Thalaiya: Ganesan is a widower and Paruvathamma is his mother in law. Shankar is the younger brother of Ganesan and he falls in lo

Poova Thalaiya

1969•Drama

★7.6

★7.6

Server Sundaram: Sundaram, a hotel employee, dreams of becoming an actor. He meets Vijaya, who admires his innocence and sincerity, and f

Server Sundaram

1964•Romance

★7.5

★7.5

Kasethan Kadavulada: A young man collaborates with his cousin and friend to steal money from his stingy stepmother.

Kasethan Kadavulada

1972•Romance

★7.1

★7.1

Thillana Mohanambal: A classical bharatanatyam dancer and a nathaswaram player fall in love against the wishes of her family.

Thillana Mohanambal

1968•Drama

★6.0

★6.0

Paadha Kaanikkai: Paadha Kaanikkai (English: Offering to the feet) is a 1962 Tamil-language drama film directed by K. Shankar. The film fe

Paadha Kaanikkai

1962•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of S. Rama Rao.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1979	Gnana Kuzhandhai	Alangari's Brother	Flop	Similar →
1972	Avasara Kalyanam	Street thief	Flop	Similar →
1972	Kasethan Kadavulada	Iyer	Super Hit	Similar →
1972	Sange Muzhangu	-	Flop	Similar →
1971	Annai Velankanni	-	Flop	Similar →
N/A	Manjal Kungumam	Villager	Flop	Similar →
1969	Poova Thalaiya	Indra's Father	Super Hit	Similar →
1968	Delhi Mapillai	-	Flop	Similar →
1968	Thillana Mohanambal	-	Hit	Similar →
1966	Thenmazhai	Appadurai, Venu & Girija's Father	Flop	Similar →
1965	Vazhkai Padagu	-	Flop	Similar →
1965	Poojaikku Vantha Malar	-	Flop	Similar →
1964	Server Sundaram	Manickam	Super Hit	Similar →
1962	Paadha Kaanikkai	-	Average	Similar →
1960	Thilakam	-	Flop	Similar →

S. Rama Rao - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of S. Rama Rao?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring S. Rama Rao is "Poova Thalaiya" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has S. Rama Rao acted in?

S. Rama Rao has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by S. Rama Rao?

Other notable films include "Server Sundaram", "Kasethan Kadavulada", and "Thillana Mohanambal".