Only Telugu movie lovers watch films without bothering about the language, caste, and creed of actors. That is the reason why other language stars try their luck in Tollywood. Telugu viewers' love and affection gave immense stardom to Rajinikanth, Mohan Lal, Mammootty, Surya, Karthi, Vikram, Vijay, etc. Even Bollywood stars Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan entertained viewers with their dubbed films.
However, in 2019, the stars from other regions did not taste much luck at Tollywood box office. Of late dubbing films, the number is getting reduced compared to the early days as many small filmmakers from Tollywood are trying to entertain with content rich films. Dubbing films' success rate too did not cross 5% much to the disappointment of the buyers.
Rajinikanth's Peta which released amidst huge expectations disappeared without a trace. Surya who once ruled the roost got shocks in the form of NGK and Bandobast. Vikram's flop streak continued with Mister KK.
Lawrence who used to score hits with horror films this time, however, failed with his Kanchana 3. Mohan Lala's Lucifer which turned out to be a hit in Mollywood failed to attract Telugu movie lovers. Even Nayanatara's films did not find any takers. Her film Anjali CBI did not attract viewers here.
Karthi, however, fared better at the box office. Though he tasted flop in form of Dev, he attracted with Khaidi. His film Donga though did not get the collections won the appreciation of all like a good attempt. Vijay's Whistle did well in Telugu due to a lack of competition. Vishal's Action turned out to be a flop.
Salman Khan turned his eyes towards the south with Dabangg 3. However, the film failed to attract movie lovers. However, Hrithik Roshan, Tiger Shroff's War did well in Tollywood.
Many Hollywood films got dubbed in Telugu but Lion King attracted all. Avengers End Game, Alladin, Frozen 2 also attracted Telugu movie lovers.