Top 10 Best Kannada Movies of All Time
Kannada cinema has given us so many unforgettable movies over the years. From stories that touch your heart to epic historical dramas, and even groundbreaking experiments in storytelling, there's something for everyone.
These films showcase the depth and range of Kannada cinema, offering unforgettable performances, gripping plots, and music that stays with you long after the credits roll. Some of these movies have redefined the industry, becoming benchmarks for quality filmmaking. Others hold a special place in people's hearts for how they connected with audiences across generations.
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Bangarada Manushya
This is the movie that inspired me the most! Since then, I have watched hundreds of English movies in the United States (and Hindi movies), but none have changed my mind!
Definitely the top Kannada movie of the great Dr. Rajkumar. This movie inspired thousands of urban people to take up agriculture at that period, and even today, many villagers worship Rajkumar for this movie.
This is the only movie that shows me that nothing is permanent in our life. There is one Guru who teaches me how to react when something does not belong to us. Dr. Raj Kumar is simply a legend.
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Milana
I like this movie. Appu's acting is wonderful and among the best in top Kannada movies. I like this film so much.
Best movie. I like it so much.
It is the ultimate movie for the Kannada film industry.
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Naagarahaavu (1972)
Superb movie. Brilliant acting by Vishnuvardhan in his debut movie. No one has had such a roaring debut in Indian cinema. Hats off to Puttanna.
Superb movie of all time. The Angry Young Man series started with Vishnu Dada in Sandalwood. This movie should be in the number 1 position.
All-time hit and best direction in the Kannada film industry.
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Sangolli Rayanna
Number 1 history-creating movie in Sandalwood. Darshan Sir plays very well, acting in this movie. The film's climax is ultimate. Everyone loves this movie, an all-time record movie, one and only Sangolli Rayanna!
This movie was well-researched and very well-made with the biggest budget of Rs 50 Crores, during a time when movies were made at an average of Rs 5 Crores. Our very own first freedom fighter. I liked the movie as it gave a revolutionary experience to the entire family.
The film is very good. Darshan has also acted excellently. But I like the real Rayanna from those days.
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Mata
A very good movie and a must-watch. The movie has all the elements present in life with a meaning.
It is an awesome movie. The director has brought very valuable things in a comic manner. It is amazing.
Upendra is a great director in the Kannada industry. Without creativity, films can't exist.
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Om
Spectacular movie with rowdism as a central subject in the 90s. Real rowdies of Bangalore, when they were ruling at their peak, are depicted in this movie. I'm proud to say that this is the only movie in the world that has been re-released 550 times with impressive box office collections.
The movie still runs with house full theatres. That's Uppi's talent. He is a God-gift for Kannada movies. In old moments, there were no competitors anyone could click like Raj Kumar, but Uppi is the real hero who came up by his own talent.
This is the first time I am watching a Kannada movie, Om. The story, acting, songs, music, and making of this movie are all perfect.
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Mungaru Male
This movie brought back Kannada movie fame and glory once again, mainly the music industry gained a lot after this movie, and many melody songs came later. I have watched it 5 times. Every department of this movie is perfect.
A beautiful love story that takes you through a roller coaster of emotions. It is surprisingly fresh and fun-filled. All the departments in the movie gave their best results.
This movie has one of the deepest elements of love that appears superficial to viewers at first sight. It is a delight to re-witness Ganesh's emotional acting once again!
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Eddelu Manjunatha
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Arasu
Puneeth and Meera's acting was super. Mainly, the music is the plus point. It's one of the best Kannada movies ever, the story is good, and Komal's acting is also good.
Whenever it broadcasts on TV, I sit before the TV to see this movie. Very entertaining.
Super duper movie. Super actor Appu acted super. Class picture.
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Jogi
Awesome movie. I will not forget this movie because of the mother sentiment.
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RangiTaranga
One of the best movies made in the recent past. Lives up to international standards. No wonder IMDb rates it 9.2.
Awesome movie with suspense and thriller elements.
I think this should be among the top three.
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Mr. Airavata
This is the stargiri of Darshan. He did his best to reach the audience, especially his fans.
This elephant moves in its own path, but other buffaloes get angry at it and try to trick it. This elephant may fall for some time, but it will still be an elephant. Beware of it! A fallen elephant gets up one day and smashes all the buffaloes.
One of the branded movies in the Kannada industry. Awesome style from Darshan.
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Kempe Gowda
Kiccha Sudeep is a leader in this movie. The villains are good at fighting. It is a good movie, and the songs are superb. I like both the movie and the songs.
Sudeep is talented in this picture, and the movie is superb with excellent songs.
It was a remake film, but it was a wonderful hit, and Sudeep's acting was extraordinary.
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Yajamana
Natural acting by everyone. Vishnu sir acted simply superbly with his simplicity and honesty.
One of the greatest movies I have ever seen.
Superb movie. Boss's acting is superior.
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Paramathma
Natural acting. The climax makes me cry. It's a wonderful feeling to watch this movie.
I like this movie because just one sentence changes life: "Jothegirada jeeva endigintha jeevantha." I most like this sentence. This credit goes to Yograj Bhat.
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Gaja
It's a superhit movie in the Kannada film industry. I really liked the movie, and it's really superb.
Superb! Fantastic, marvelous, awesome movie. Sakkatt from all angles.
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Duniya
It's a raw life story of an innocent boy.
Suri gave us this masterpiece.
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Muttina Haara
The location of the movie was superb, and Vishnu's acting was also super.
Must-watch Kannada movie and National Award-winning movie.
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Amruthavarshini
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Lucia
The best Kannada movie ever, and hats off to the director for such innovative thinking. It is innovative among all Indian movies.
Lucia's non-linear script is one of the best I have watched. It's a breakthrough in Sandalwood.
Mind-blowing. A movie that can bring Kannada cinema to international standards. (Not kidding!)
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Galipata
I would call this the best movie ever made. Ganesh, Rajesh, and Diganth seem to have put in all the effort they possibly could. The locations are amazing too.
Awesome direction and superb casting. A perfect movie.
Dialogues, dialogues, dialogues. Awesome. Yograj rocks! Ganesh, you are a real actor.
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America America
One of the best movies I ever watched.
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Manasa Sarovara
Manasa Sarovara is one of the greatest movies by Puttanna Kanagal. Songs, location, acting, story - everything is amazing. This movie has to be in the top ten list of the best movies of all time.
This movie is based on the tragedy of Puttanna Kanagal's own life. The songs are beautiful, and the storyline is touching.
One of the notable movies of Kannada cinema.
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Ugramm
Solid, entertaining movie. Simply awesome.
Awesome action movie in Sandalwood history.
The tight screenplay and impressive background score make this movie stand among the all-time greats.
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Upendra
Incredible. Sixty-three costumes in one movie for one hero is the one movie with a world record. The Japanese found it on rerelease on 1 Jan 2000.
This is what makes you watch the next movie in any language. He makes you a fan with one shot. He is God, and he is great.
Not even the creator of humans can think like him. He is Upendra! He is phenomenal.
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My Autograph
It reminds us of our olden days. Thanks to Kiccha Sudeep for bringing back our memories.
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Vishnuvardhana
Awesome twists and entertaining.
It is a film that honors the name of Vishnuvardhana. Super film.
KICCHA is a very good actor and talented hero, singer, director, painter, captain, batsman, and stylish man.