M. Balayya

Acting

Freshness: Jan 23, 2026

24Total Films

9.0 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of M. Balayya reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 24 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of M. Balayya'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 38% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), M. Balayya remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Simhasanam, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best M. Balayya Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from M. Balayya's career based on audience ratings.

★9.0

★9.0

Simhasanam: Maharaja Sharminder Bhupathi of Avanti and his wife, the Rajmata, would like to see peace in the region, and would like

Simhasanam

1986•Adventure

★8.7

Alluri Seetarama Raju (1974) movie poster

★8.7

Alluri Seetarama Raju: Cinematic version of the life of the legendary freedom fighter.

Alluri Seetarama Raju

1974•Action

★7.6

★7.6

Yamaleela: When Yama, the god of death and his assistant Chitragupta misplace a book called Bhavishyavaani, which shows the future

Yamaleela

1994•Comedy

★7.3

★7.3

Gaayam: Durga is in love with Anith; he is all set to marry her and settle down in life. But things change when his brother Moha

Gaayam

1993•Crime

★7.1

★7.1

Manmadhudu: Abhiram, a misogynist, works as a manager in his own advertising agency. When his uncle, the chairman, appoints Harika a

Manmadhudu

2002•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of M. Balayya.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2011	Sri Rama Rajyam	Sage Vashishta	Average	Similar →
2010	Prasthanam	Dasharatha Rama Naidu	Average	Similar →
2009	Mitrudu	-	Flop	Similar →
2008	Aadi Vishnu	-	Flop	Similar →
2008	Ready	Peddha Sastry	Average	Similar →
2008	Pandurangadu	-	Flop	Similar →
2004	Vijayendra Varma	-	Flop	Similar →
2004	Malliswari	Ram Mohan Rao (Malliswari's grandfather)	Hit	Similar →
2002	Manmadhudu	Abhiram's Grandfather	Hit	Similar →
2001	Eduruleni Manishi	-	Average	Similar →
1999	Sultan	Major Chakradhara Rao	Hit	Similar →
1997	Dongaata	Raju's father	Hit	Similar →
1996	Bombay Priyudu	-	Flop	Similar →
1994	Yamaleela	Brahma	Super Hit	Similar →
1993	Gaayam	Charigaaru	Hit	Similar →
1993	Ankuram	-	Flop	Similar →
1986	Simhasanam	Army chief of Dasarna	Super Hit	Similar →
1977	Kurukshetram	Yudhishthira	Flop	Similar →
1974	Alluri Seetarama Raju	Aggi Raju	Super Hit	Similar →
1973	Neramu Siksha	-	Flop	Similar →
1971	Vikramarka Vijayam	-	Flop	Similar →
1966	Sri Krishna Pandaveeyam	Dharmaraju	Flop	Similar →
1965	Pandava Vanavasamu	-	Hit	Similar →
1964	Vivaha Bandham	-	Flop	Similar →

M. Balayya - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of M. Balayya?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring M. Balayya is "Simhasanam" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has M. Balayya acted in?

M. Balayya has been featured in at least 24 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by M. Balayya?

Other notable films include "Alluri Seetarama Raju", "Yamaleela", and "Gaayam".