Genre mastery and versatility
When he ventured into devotional cinema, sceptics questioned whether an urban heartthrob could carry grand spiritual epics. Yet audiences were pleasantly surprised when he transformed into the 15th-century poet-saint Annamayya in K Raghavendra Rao’s classic of the same name, earning widespread critical acclaim. He followed it up with Sri Ramadasu. Later, Manam became a poignant tribute to his family legacy, with Nagarjuna sharing the screen with his father in the emotionally resonant fantasy family drama.
Betting on new visionaries
Nagarjuna’s greatest legacy, his fans say, lies in his willingness to trust fresh talent. He has regularly handed the director’s chair to debutants and relative newcomers, backing filmmakers such as RGV (Shiva), second-time filmmaker Krishna Vamsi (Ninne Pelladata), YVS Chowdary (Sri Sita Ramula Kalyanam Chootamu Rarandi, which Nagarjuna also produced), and Dasaradh (Santosham). He embraced the fantasy genre again with Soggade Chinni Nayana, which was directed by debutant Kalyan Krishna Kurasala.
The eveolution continues…
The “Greeku Veerudu”, as he came to be known after a chartbuster song of the same name, once spoke about seeking roles that push him beyond his comfort zone, suggesting that he still gets butterflies when venturing into unfamiliar territory.
Following his Sankranti hit Naa Saami Ranga in 2024 and the socially conscious Kuberaa in 2025, Nagarjuna is currently shooting his landmark 100th film, directed by Ra Karthik. Speaking to Variety about his constant evolution, Nagarjuna recently remarked, “Legacy cannot be given. Legacy has to be respected. And then legacy comes after proving yourself.”
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