Sardar Paparayudu is a 1980 Indian Telugu-language historical fiction film written and directed by Dasari Narayana Rao.

Produced by Kranthi Kumar, it stars N. T. Rama Rao in the title role, alongside Sridevi and Sarada, with music composed by Chakravarthy.

Years earlier, the trio framed a freedom fighter, Sardar Paparayudu, for the murder of a king, Vijayaraghavaraju, in the Andaman Islands.

Dharmaraju's fears intensify when Sardar Paparayudu is released from prison, seeking vengeance for his wrongful imprisonment.

Rama Rao took special care in distinguishing the two characters he portrayed, ensuring their personalities and dialogue were unique.

[4] Venkatram of Andhra Patrika appreciated the direction, screenplay and dialogues by Dasari Narayana Rao, songs by Chakravarthy and the performances of the cast.

Rama Rao's dual-role performance was celebrated, with particular attention paid to the distinct mannerisms of both characters.