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.
Gummadi Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Gummadi reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Gummadi's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 46% of Gummadi's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Seetha Rama Kalyanam, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Gummadi Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Gummadi's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Gummadi has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| 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 → |
| 1983 | Bahudoorapu Batasari | Prasad's father | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Sandhya Ragam | Koteswarudu | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Jeevitha Radham | - | Super Hit | 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 | Akka Chellelu | Dharmayya | 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 | Flop | 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".