Agni (1989) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
Last updated: 26 Mar 2026
Agni (1989) Review
Agni (1989) (Telugu crime, drama) — directed by K Raghavendra Rao. Starring Nagarjuna Akkineni, Shanti Priya, Rao Gopal Rao. Shiva works in a company and is in love with the owner's daughter. His boss is a corrupt man who eventually traps and blames Shiva for all the frauds carried out by him and his crooked friends. Our Rating: 2/5. Verdict: FLOP. Released: 9 Aug 1989. Runtime: 2h 25m.
Agni(1989)
Telugu · Crime, Drama
2h 25m · 9 Aug 1989
Music: Hamsalekha | DOP: K. S. Prakash Rao | Writer: G. Sathyamurthy, Marudhuri Raja
Ratings
Our Rating
2
📖 Story
Agni is an action drama centered around a righteous cop who takes on a powerful criminal syndicate. The story follows his struggle to bring justice while facing personal and professional challenges.
Nagarjuna Akkineni: Powerful and intense portrayal of a determined police officer.
Shanti Priya: Strong and graceful performance as the female lead.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Strong action sequences
- ✓Engaging screenplay
- ✓Power-packed performance by lead actor
- ✓Effective background score
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable plot elements
- ✕Some melodramatic scenes
🎬 Direction & Writing
K Raghavendra Rao delivers a commercial entertainer with a focus on mass appeal, balancing action and drama effectively.
📰 Critic Reviews
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 8.8 | |
| 0 | |
| 0 | |
| 10 | |
| 8.2 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
No collection data available yet.
🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
No centers data available.
No awards data available.
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 60% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 15% |
Critics
Critics praised the film for its energetic performances and engaging action sequences, though some noted the storyline was formulaic.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Agni release in theatres?▾
Agni released on 9 August 1989 (1989).
Is Agni a hit or flop?▾
Agni is declared a FLOP at the box office.
Where to watch Agni online? OTT release date?▾
Agni OTT release date not announced yet.
Who directed Agni?▾
Agni directed by K Raghavendra Rao. Produced by K. S. Prakash Rao.
Who are the main cast members of Agni?▾
Agni stars Nagarjuna Akkineni, Shanti Priya, Rao Gopal Rao.
What is the Tollybo rating for Agni?▾
Tollybo rates Agni 2/5. Verdict: FLOP.
Who composed the music for Agni?▾
Music for Agni composed by Hamsalekha.
What is the genre and runtime of Agni?▾
Agni — Genre: Crime, Drama, Runtime: 145 minutes, Language: Telugu.