Allu Arjun is one of the most prominent stars of Indian cinema because of his unique presence on screen, amazing performance, great dance moves, and adaptability to various types of films. From dramatic action films, touching drama, comedy for the whole family, and romantic classics – everything is in his portfolio. Through the years, Allu Arjun managed to create not just popular but cult films and even big hits. And whether you have been his fan for ages or found him recently after the huge success of Pushpa – here are five films that will help you to get to know the actor better.
1. Pushpa: The Rise
The Rise of Pushpa: In the movie "The Rise," viewers were shown the tough life of smugglers of red sandalwood and the story of Pushpa Raj. It became an instant hit across India, and made the actor Allu Arjun an international star. With its dialogues and actions, along with the depiction of characters, it became a very iconic movie for him.
2. Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo
Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo is one of the most successful movies in the history of Telugu cinema, appreciated for its emotional storyline, action sequences, comedy, and melodious music. It was a great portrayal by Allu Arjun that displayed how skilled he is in blending all three elements in one performance.
3. Arya
The movie Arya, which was released in 2004, was a milestone in the career of Allu Arjun and helped establish him as an upcoming lead hero. This romantic drama movie was unique because of the untraditional romance that it offered along with youthfulness.
4. Race Gurram
"Race Gurram" film was among the most entertaining works for his career by mixing action, comedy, and drama elements in his film. This film turned out to be a successful blockbuster since it had an exciting story, fascinating characters, and highly entertaining scenes.
5. Vedam
Different from his regular commercial stars, Vedam gave an opportunity to Allu Arjun to play a realistic and multi-layered character. The film was well-received critically for its narrative structure and showed his capability to act not only in action and glamorous roles but in complex ones as well.