Gummadi
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Gummadi Venkateswara Rao widely known as Gummadi, was an Indian film actor and producer, known for his works predominantly in Telugu cinema and a few Tamil films. Known as a character actor, Gummadi starred in around five hundred feature films. He received critical reception for his works in Thodu Dongalu (1954) and Mahamantri Timmarusu (1962), for which he has received the erstwhile Rashtrapati Award. Gummadi was an official member of the Indian delegation from South India to the Tashkent Film Festival in 1978 and 1982. Gummadi served as a jury member thrice for the 28th, 33rd, and 39th National Film Awards. He served twice on the state Nandi Awards Committee. In 1977, he was awarded India's fourth-highest civilian honor Padma Shri for his contributions to Indian cinema.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Gummadi 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 Gummadi'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 46% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Gummadi 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 Gummadi Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Gummadi's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Gummadi.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | Govindha Govindha | Brughu Maharshi | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Rajendrudu Gajendrudu | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Samrat Ashoka | Bouddha Parivrajaka | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Pelli Pustakam | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Bobbili Raja | Sundarayya | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Koduku Diddina Kapuram | Pattabhi Rama Rao | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Mugguru Kodukulu | Dharma Rao | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Majnu | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Simhasanam | Minister of Avanti | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Kirathakudu | Dharmateja | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Rakta Sindhuram | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Bahudoorapu Batasari | Prasad's father | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Kotha Jeevithalu | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Sandhya Ragam | Koteswarudu | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Gharana Donga | Raghupathi | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Tiger | Master | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Vichitra Jeevitham | Visweswaraiah | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Akbar Saleem Anarkali | Tansen | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Indradhanussu | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Daana Veera Soora Karna | Parshurama | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Seetha Kalyanam | Dasharatha | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Aaradhana | Dasaradha Ramayya | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Alluri Seetarama Raju | Gamgantam Dhora | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Vintha Katha | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Tata Manavadu | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Bangaru Babu | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Pandanti Kapuram | Srinivasa Rao "Vasu" | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Kalam Marindi | Lakshmipati | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Nenu Manishine | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Mosagallaku Mosagadu | Kotwal Komarayya | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Srimanthudu | Sekharam | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Agni Pareeksha | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Adrushtavanthulu | C.I. Inspector Murthy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Ave Kallu | Inspector | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Navaratri | Radha's father | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Zamindar | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Pandava Vanavasamu | Dharmaraju | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Aatma Gowravam | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Doctor Chakravarthy | DSP Sridhar | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Marmayogi | Maharaju / Marmayogi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Manchi Manasulu | Rangayya | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Aradhana | Principal | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Seetha Rama Kalyanam | Vishwamitra Maharshi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Sri Venkateswara Mahatmyam | Bhrigu Maharshi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Daiva Balam | Ugrasena | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Illarikam | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Vinayaka Chavithi | Satrajit | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Mayabazar | Balarama | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Kanyasulkam | Sowjanya Rao | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Missamma | Interviewer | Super Hit | Similar → |
Gummadi - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Gummadi?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gummadi is "Seetha Rama Kalyanam" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Gummadi acted in?
Gummadi has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Gummadi?
Other notable films include "Pandanti Kapuram", "Simhasanam", and "Pelli Pustakam".