Last updated: 5 May 2026
Telugu · Drama, History, Musical
2h 19m · 9 May 1979
Music: C. Ramchandra | Writer: N.T. Rama Rao
Ratings
Our Rating
3
The film is a historical romance set in the Mughal era, revolving around the love story of Prince Salim (later Emperor Jahangir) and Anarkali, a court dancer. Their forbidden love faces opposition from Emperor Akbar, leading to dramatic conflicts and emotional turmoil.
Nandamuri Balakrishna: Portrayed Prince Salim with youthful charm and intensity.
Jamuna: Played a supporting role with commendable screen presence.
Nandamuri Balakrishna: Delivered a graceful and emotive performance as Anarkali.
N.T. Rama Rao: Provided strong support in her role with good expressions.
Strengths
Weaknesses
N.T. Rama Rao's direction is ambitious, capturing the grandeur of the Mughal era with effective storytelling. The screenplay balances romance and drama well, though some scenes tend to drag.
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 60% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 15% |
No numeric critic ratings found from the specified sources. General critical reception praised the film's scale and performances but noted flaws in pacing.
Final Box-Office Result
Akbar Saleem Anarkali released on 9 May 1979 (1979).
Akbar Saleem Anarkali is declared a HIT at the box office.
Akbar Saleem Anarkali is available on Sun NXT, Vi Movies and TV, MX Player from 16 July 2021.
Akbar Saleem Anarkali directed by N.T. Rama Rao. Produced by N.T. Rama Rao.
Akbar Saleem Anarkali stars N.T. Rama Rao, Jamuna, Nandamuri Balakrishna.
Tollybo rates Akbar Saleem Anarkali 3/5. Verdict: HIT.
Music for Akbar Saleem Anarkali composed by C. Ramchandra.
Akbar Saleem Anarkali — Genre: Drama, History, Musical, Runtime: 139 minutes, Language: Telugu.
