These two pillars dominated the mid-20th century. NTR’s mythological blockbusters like Mayabazar (1957) and ANR’s romantic classics like Devadasu (1953) set the standard for commercial success.

While he has not yet done a theatrical film, producers have reportedly approached him for a cameo in a 2025 romantic drama.

(2024) : A massive sequel that shattered opening day records with over ₹258 crore worldwide, securing its place among the elite top grossers. Kalki 2898 AD

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A rustic, raw periodic drama where his performance as a hearing-impaired villager was hailed as a masterpiece.

Vijay Deverakonda brought a new, raw, and intense flavor to the "boyfriend" character with his breakout film, Arjun Reddy (2017). The film, available on Prime Video, tells the story of a talented surgeon whose anger issues and alcoholism lead to his downfall after a breakup. It became a cult classic for its unflinching portrayal of a possessive and deeply flawed lover, resonating strongly with a generation of youth. Scenes from Arjun Reddy have become highly popular in YouTube compilations and reels, solidifying Vijay Deverakonda's place as a unique and powerful "Telugu BF". He followed this with another hit, Dear Comrade , which is also available on Prime Video.

Grounded, emotionally heavy blockbusters that won both critical and commercial acclaim.

The list was a roadmap of his life. It started with Prerana , that small-budget indie film that had shocked the trade analysts. He remembered the smell of the old theaters in Vijayawada where he’d stood at the back, watching the audience erupt during the interval. It was a "sleeper hit," the kind of movie that grew through word-of-mouth until it became a cultural touchstone.

A recent release that mixes horror-comedy with romance. The BF and his girlfriend get stuck in a haunted OYO room. This video went viral due to its unexpected jump scares and punchlines.

: Real-life romantic moments, such as couples kissing at bus stands, are often uploaded and go viral, with users tagging them as "Telugu BF" or "Telugu GF" content. These videos blur the line between reel and real, as people emulate the grand romantic gestures they see in films.