Jr. NTR is one of the most popular superstars down south, and he became a popular name in North too with RRR. Currently busy working on his upcoming magnum opus "Devara," NTR Jr recently shared his list of five favourite Indian films. Making to the list were some of the most iconic mainstream and regional films, right from Amitabh Bachchan’s ‘Deewaar’ to Kamal Haasan’s ‘Thevar Magan’. Have a look.
Daana Veera Soora Karna:
An Indian Telugu-language Hindu mythological film co-written, produced, and directed by N. T. Rama Rao, ‘Daana Veera Soora Karna’ is based on the life of Karna from the Mahabharata. The film uses poetry and moving dialogue to depict the rise of Karna and his becoming the most accomplished warrior ever born in history. Since its 1997 release, the film continues to receive the same love from audiences.Deewaar:
One of the biggest hits of megastar and cinema icon Amitabh Bachchan’s career, ‘Deewaar’ is a 1975 actioner. The film takes us through the lives of two brothers, Vijay Verma (Amitabh Bachchan) and Ravi Verma (Shashi Kapoor), who eventually end up becoming underworld figures and police inspectors, respectively. A blockbuster, ‘Deewaar’ is hailed as one of Amitabh Bachchan’s greatest performances of all time.Nayakan:
A 1987 Tamil epic crime drama written and directed by Mani Ratnam, ‘Nayakan’ stars Kamal Haasan, Saranya (in her feature debut), and Karthika in the lead. A blockbuster, ‘Nayakan’ narrates the story of a young boy who ends up becoming a gangster in Mumbai after witnessing his father’s brutal murder and taking revenge for it. Produced by Muktha Srinivasan, the film was a critical and commercial success.Thevar Magan:
A 1992 Tamil drama, ‘Thevar Magan’ is helmed by Bharathan, and written and produced by Kamal Haasan. A creative masterpiece, the film's story revolves around the life of a respected village chieftain's son, who aspires to do business but is expected by his father to help the villagers. The film co-stars Sivaji Ganesan, Revathi, Gautami, Nassar, and more in pivotal roles.Siva:
The Telugu crime action drama Siva, starring Nagarjuna Akkineni, Amala Akkineni, and Raghuvaran in the lead, takes audiences through the life of a college student-turned-gangster. Written and directed by Ram Gopal Varma, the film sheds light on the subject of student exploitation by anti-social elements and crowd psychology.