Chittoor V. Nagayya - Actor Profile

Chittoor V. Nagayya

Acting
Freshness: Jan 20, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Mar 28, 1904
Birth Place: Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh

About Chittoor V. Nagayya

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.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Chittoor V. Nagayya reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Chittoor V. Nagayya'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 36% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Chittoor V. Nagayya remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Seetha Rama Kalyanam, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Chittoor V. Nagayya Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Chittoor V. Nagayya's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Chittoor V. Nagayya.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1978 Vaazhkai Alaigal - Flop Similar →
1978 Ennai Pol Oruvan Sundaramoorthy's father Flop Similar →
1973 Pattikattu Ponnaiya - Average Similar →
1972 Needhi - Flop Similar →
1971 Naa Thammudu - Flop Similar →
1971 Iru Thuruvam The teacher Flop Similar →
1970 Sorgam Judge Average Similar →
1969 Deiva Magan Baba Hit Similar →
1969 Annaiyum Pithavum - Flop Similar →
1968 Thillana Mohanambal Sundaram's Nadaswaram teacher Hit Similar →
1968 Lakshmi Nivasam Gopal Super Hit Similar →
1968 Ramu Swamiji Super Hit Similar →
1967 Punyavathi Judge Lakshmana Rao Flop Similar →
1967 Iru Malargal - Average Similar →
1967 Sri Krishnavataram Dritharashtra Average Similar →
1967 Thiruvarutchelvar - Hit Similar →
1967 Bhama Vijayam Saint Super Hit Similar →
1966 Selvam - Flop Similar →
1966 Saraswathi Sabatham Vidyapati's father Hit Similar →
1966 Navaratri - Flop Similar →
1966 Paramanandayya Sishyula Katha Paramanandayya Hit Similar →
1966 Motor Sundaram Pillai - Average Similar →
1965 Shanthi - Average Similar →
1965 Pandava Vanavasamu - Hit Similar →
1964 Andavan Kattalai Doctor Flop Similar →
1964 Kai Kodutha Deivam - Flop Similar →
1964 Pachai Vilakku - Average Similar →
1963 Karpagam Subramanian Flop Similar →
1962 Aalayamani - Flop Similar →
1961 Paalum Pazhamum - Super Hit Similar →
1961 Paava Mannippu Muslim doctor Super Hit Similar →
1961 Kappalottiya Thamizhan Ulaganathan Pillai Hit Similar →
1961 Seetha Rama Kalyanam Dasaratha Super Hit Similar →
1960 Sri Venkateswara Mahatmyam Hathiram Bhavaji Super Hit Similar →
1959 Sahodari Pazhani, father of Chandiran and Meena Flop Similar →
1959 Mahishasura Mardini Shukracharya Super Hit Similar →
1959 Nalla Theerpu - Flop Similar →
1958 Illarame Nallaram - Flop Similar →
1958 Thirumanam - Flop Similar →
1958 Sampoorna Ramayanam Dasarathan Super Hit Similar →
1957 Ambikapathy - Flop Similar →
1957 Panduranga Mahatyam - Flop Similar →
1957 Vanangaamudi - Flop Similar →
1956 Tenali Raman Mahamantri Thimmarusu Flop Similar →
1956 Asai - Flop Similar →
1956 Pennin Perumai - Hit Similar →
1955 Kanavane Kan Kanda Deivam - Flop Similar →
1954 Penn - Flop Similar →
1950 Ezhai Padum Paadu - Super Hit Similar →
1946 Thyagaiah - Flop 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 "Seetha Rama Kalyanam" 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 "Lakshmi Nivasam", "Ramu", and "Bhama Vijayam".