Romantic dramas are a part and parcel of Indian cinema. Tollywood has seen several classics over the years, and here are five evergreen Telugu films in this genre to stream on OTTplay.
5 Telugu romantic dramas to stream on OTTplay
Last Updated: 08.46 PM, Jun 06, 2025
Telugu cinema has seen some of the biggest romantic dramas over the years, but only a few stay fresh even to this day. Be it the songs, casting, or emotions, these films had it all. Here are five evergreen Telugu romantic dramas that are a must-watch on OTTplay Premium.
Geethanjali is a 1989 film directed by Mani Ratnam. Featuring Nagarjuna and Girija in the lead roles, the film is a romantic drama about love, redemption, and hope. The songs, composed by Ilayaraja, are still a rage today, and the performances, direction, and visuals make for an eternal love story. If you missed this film, you should stream it right away.
Suswagatham is a 1998 film that took Pawan Kalyan's fandom to another level. The film featured Devayani and Prakash Raj in key roles. With memorable songs, strong emotional depth, romance, and heartbreak in the second half, Suswagatham is a must-watch if you love romantic dramas. Bheemineni Srinivasa Rao directed this film.
Nuvve Kavali is a 2000 Telugu film that is considered a classic. Featuring Tarun and Richa in the lead roles, the film ran for over a year and is known for its songs, drama, and the strong bond between the lead pair. Directed by K. Vijaya Bhaskar, the story follows two childhood friends who fall in love and face ego clashes.
Anandam is a 2001 film and one of the biggest hits in Telugu cinema. Directed by Srinu Vaitla, the romantic drama features hilarious comedy and blockbuster songs. The film starred Akash, Rekha, and Venkat in lead roles. The late M.S. Narayana also played a key role, and his comedy scenes in the film are among the best in Telugu cinema.
Ye Maaya Chesave is a 2010 film directed by Gautham Vasudev Menon. It introduced two stars to Telugu cinema: Naga Chaitanya and Samantha Ruth Prabhu. The romantic drama features beautiful songs by A.R. Rahman and crackling chemistry between the lead pair. Even today, the film remains special as the leads fell in love during its making.
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