Last updated: 24 Mar 2026
Telugu · Comedy, Drama, Romance
2h 8m · 21 Jun 2019
Music: Jeevan Babu, Kiran Ravindranath | DOP: Shekhar Chandra | Writer: N/A
Ratings
Our Rating
1.75
The film follows Raju, a brilliant student who tops every exam but struggles with real-world social skills and emotional intelligence. It explores the pressures of academic excellence and the importance of holistic development beyond just marks.
Chetan Maddineni: Convincing as the academically gifted but socially awkward protagonist.
Kashish Vohra: Provides a charming and supportive presence as the female lead.
Brahmanandam: Delivers comic relief with his signature style.
Naresh Kumar H. N.: Strong and impactful in his supporting role.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Naresh Kumar H. N. handles the subject with sincerity, balancing humor and drama effectively, though the narrative occasionally feels formulaic.
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 35% |
| Negative | 25% |
Critics appreciated the film's social message and performances but noted its predictable plot and pacing flaws. The film was seen as a decent entertainer with a meaningful theme.
Final Box-Office Result
1st Rank Raju released on 21 June 2019 (2019).
1st Rank Raju is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
1st Rank Raju OTT release date not announced yet.
1st Rank Raju directed by Naresh Kumar H. N.. Produced by Manjunath V. Kandkur.
1st Rank Raju stars Chetan Maddineni, Kashish Vohra, Brahmanandam.
Tollybo rates 1st Rank Raju 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Music for 1st Rank Raju composed by Jeevan Babu, Kiran Ravindranath.
1st Rank Raju — Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance, Runtime: 128 minutes, Language: Telugu.
