The 1960 classic is a landmark Telugu mythological film that remains a cornerstone of South Indian cinema . Directed by P. Pullaiah and produced by V. Venkateswarlu , the film stars N. T. Rama Rao (NTR) in his iconic role as Lord Venkateswara, alongside Savitri as Padmavathi and S. Varalakshmi as Lakshmi. Plot Summary
Following a celestial confrontation between his two consorts, Srinivasa manifests as a stone statue at Tirumala to protect humanity during the Kaliyuga. Key Cast and Crew The film featured a powerhouse of legendary talent: N. T. Rama Rao: Lord Vishnu / Srinivasa Savitri: Goddess Padmavati S. Varalakshmi: Goddess Lakshmi Gummadi: Bhrigu Maharshi Chittoor V. Nagaiah: Hathiram Bhavaji Music: Composed by Pendyala Nageswara Rao . Interesting Facts & Cultural Impact
Lord Vishnu descends as , taking shelter with Vakula Devi (the reincarnation of Yasoda). He eventually falls in love with and marries Princess Padmavathi , the daughter of Akasa Raja. The film concludes with the divine transformation of Srinivasa into the stone deity at Tirumala to protect his devotees for eternity. Musical Grandeur