He was also known for his portrayal of Lord Rama, essaying that role in films such as "Lava Kusha" (1963) and "Shri Ramanjaneya Yuddham" (1974) to name a few. He has also portrayed other characters from the Ramayana, such as Ravana in "Bhookailas" (1958) and "Seetharama Kalyanam" (1961) among others. He portrayed Lord Vishnu in films such as "Sri Venkateswara Mahatyam" (1960) among others and Lord Shiva in "Dakshayagnam" (1962). He has also enacted the roles of Mahabharatha characters, such as Bheeshma, Arjuna, Karna and Duryodhana.