N T Rama Rao (NTR) is the subject of the 2019 Telugu-language biographical drama film Kathanayakudu, which is based on his real life and acting career. It was produced by Nandamuri Balakrishna, Sai Korrapati Ranganatha, and Vishnu Vardhan Induri under the NBK Films, Vaaraahi Chalana Chitram, and Vibri Media banners and directed by Krish Jagarlamudi. It is the first episode in a two-part movie. In addition to Vidya Balan and Nandamuri Balakrishna, who plays his father N. T. Rama Rao, the movie also features an ensemble cast. The composer of the music is M. M. Keeravani. The movie's follow-up, NTR: Mahanayakudu, depicts Rama Rao's political career.
