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Here's a list of some notable Telugu actresses, ranging from established veterans to rising stars:
**Veteran Actresses:**
* **Savitri:** A legendary actress considered one of the finest in Telugu cinema history. Known for her powerful performances in films like Devadasu and Missamma.
* **Jamuna:** A prominent actress known for her versatility and roles in films like Gundamma Katha and Mooga Manasulu.
* **Vijaya Nirmala:** A prolific actress and director, known for her roles in films like Sakshi and Meena.
* **Jayasudha:** A highly successful actress with a career spanning several decades, featuring in films like Sodi Kodalu Dunna Kodalu and Premabhishekam.
* **Jayaprada:** A popular actress who also had a successful career in Hindi and other film industries. Known for films like Siri Siri Muvva and Sagara Sangamam.
**Contemporary Actresses (Established):**
* **Anushka Shetty:** Known for her powerful performances in films like Arundhati, Baahubali, and Rudhramadevi.
* **Samantha Ruth Prabhu:** A leading actress with a strong presence in Telugu and Tamil cinema, known for films like Ye Maaya Chesave, Dookudu, and Rangasthalam.
* **Kajal Aggarwal:** A popular actress with a string of successful films, including Magadheera, Arya 2, and Businessman.
* **Tamannaah Bhatia:** A well-known actress in Telugu and Tamil cinema, known for films like 100% Love, Baahubali, and Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy.
* **Shruti Haasan:** A multi-talented actress and singer, known for films like Gabbar Singh and Race Gurram.
* **Pooja Hegde:** A rising star with several successful films, including Oka Laila Kosam, Duvvada Jagannadham, and Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo.
* **Trisha Krishnan:** A popular actress primarily known for her work in Tamil cinema but also has significant presence in Telugu films, such as Athadu and Varsham.
**Emerging Actresses:**
* **Sai Pallavi:** Known for her natural acting and dance skills in films like Fidaa, MCA, and Love Story.
* **Rashmika Mandanna:** A popular actress who quickly rose to fame with films like Geetha Govindam, Dear Comrade, and Pushpa: The Rise.
* **Krithi Shetty:** A rising star with successful films like Uppena and Shyam Singha Roy.
* **Sreeleela:** A newcomer gaining popularity with her performances.
This is not an exhaustive list, and the Telugu film industry is constantly welcoming new talent. The popularity of actresses can also fluctuate depending on recent releases and public reception.