N. T. Rama Rao

N. T. Rama Rao (1923–1996) was a major Telugu film actor whose performances as figures such as Rama, Krishna, Arjuna, Karna and Ravana made him a defining presence in Telugu popular culture. He later entered politics, founded the Telugu Desam Party and served as Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, where his public career helped place Telugu identity at the center of state politics. His legacy therefore spans both Telugu cinema and regional political leadership.