Vijay Deverakonda's Birthday: A Look At The Actor's 5 Most Talked-About South Films

Vijay Deverakonda has turned a year older today. Ananya Panday and Janhvi Kapoor famously dubbed him 'cheese' on Koffee With Karan, solidifying his status as a heartthrob. Yet, beyond his undeniable charm, Vijay Deverakonda is celebrated for his acting talent. While his Bollywood debut in "Liger'' may not have hit the mark, his South Indian films continue to captivate audiences and fuel conversations. His performances evoke admiration, earning him a dedicated fan following.?

A Look At Vijay Deverakonda’s Talked-About South Films

1. Arjun Reddy

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"Arjun Reddy," a 2017 Indian Telugu-language romantic drama, marks Sandeep Reddy Vanga's directorial debut, produced by his brother Pranay Reddy Vanga's company Bhadrakali Pictures. Starring Vijay Deverakonda and Shalini Pandey in lead roles, with Rahul Ramakrishna, Jia Sharma, Sanjay Swaroop, Gopinath Bhat, Kamal Kamaraju, and Kanchana in supporting roles, the film follows the story of Arjun Reddy Deshmukh (Deverakonda), a wealthy surgeon battling alcoholism and Schizotypal Personality Disorder, leading to anger management issues. The narrative delves into Arjun's downward spiral following his girlfriend Preethi Shetty's (Pandey) marriage, focusing on his journey of self-destruction and eventual redemption.

2. Dear Comrade

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"Dear Comrade," a 2019 Indian Telugu-language romantic action drama, is penned and directed by Bharat Kamma and produced by Mythri Movie Makers and Big Ben Cinemas. Starring Vijay Deverakonda, Rashmika Mandanna, and Shruti Ramachandran, the film centers on Bobby, a leftist student union leader grappling with anger management challenges.

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3. Geetha Govinda

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"Geetha Govindam," a 2018 Indian Telugu-language romantic comedy, is crafted by Parasuram and brought to life by GA2 Pictures. Featuring Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna in prominent roles, the film hit screens on August 15, 2018, and swiftly became a blockbuster, raking in ?132 crore against a modest budget of ?5 crore.

4. Nota

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"NOTA," a 2018 Indian Tamil-language political thriller, helmed by Anand Shankar, marks Vijay Deverakonda's Tamil debut. Alongside Mehreen Pirzada, Deverakonda takes on the lead role in this gripping narrative. Supported by a talented cast including Sathyaraj, Nassar, Sanchana Natarajan, Karunakaran, Priyadarshi Pullikonda, Yashika Aannand, M. S. Bhaskar, and Rajendran, among others, the film delves into the intricacies of politics with a thrilling edge.

5. Pelli Choopulu

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"Pelli Choopulu," a 2016 Indian Telugu-language romantic comedy, is the brainchild of writer-director Tharun Bhascker, produced by Raj Kandukuri and Yash Rangineni. Starring Vijay Deverakonda and Ritu Varma in pivotal roles, the film draws inspiration from the real-life tale of the "Spitfire BBQ" food truck. Centered on a chance encounter during matchmaking, the narrative intricately weaves together the aspirations that unite a young couple, forming the heart of the story.

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