Aradhana (1987) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
Last updated: 26 Mar 2026
Aradhana (1987) Review
Aradhana (1987) — a Telugu musical, romance movie directed by Bharathiraja. The cast includes Chiranjeevi, Suhasini Maniratnam, Dr. Rajasekhar. Puliraju is a small time rowdy. When Jennifer arrives in his town as a school teacher, he becomes her student and she transforms his into a different person. Soon, they fall in love. But will they be able to unite? Our Rating: 2.75/5. Verdict: AVERAGE. Released: 27 Mar 1987. Runtime: 2h 21m.
Aradhana(1987)
Telugu · Musical, Romance
2h 21m · 27 Mar 1987
DOP: B. Kannan | Writer: Bharathiraja, Jandhyala
Ratings
Our Rating
2.75
📖 Story
Aradhana is a romantic drama revolving around the life of a young man who falls in love with a woman from a different social background. The film explores themes of love, sacrifice, and societal challenges as the couple struggles to unite against all odds.
Chiranjeevi: Powerful and charismatic, delivering a memorable portrayal of the lead character.
Suhasini Maniratnam: Emotional and nuanced, providing strong support to the narrative.
Dr. Rajasekhar: Graceful and expressive, complementing the lead roles effectively.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Strong performances by lead actors
- ✓Engaging romantic storyline
- ✓Melodious music score
- ✓Effective direction by K. Raghavendra Rao
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable plot elements
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
🎬 Direction & Writing
Bharathiraja's direction is competent, blending commercial elements with emotional depth, though some narrative pacing could have been tighter.
📰 Critic Reviews
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 7.4 | |
| 3.6 | |
| 0 | |
| 70 | |
| 60 |
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 lead performances and music, while noting the film's conventional storyline and pacing issues. The direction was seen as effective in delivering a commercial entertainer.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Aradhana release in theatres?▾
Aradhana released on 27 March 1987 (1987).
Is Aradhana a hit or flop?▾
Aradhana is declared a AVERAGE at the box office.
Where to watch Aradhana online? OTT release date?▾
Aradhana OTT release date not announced yet.
Who directed Aradhana?▾
Aradhana directed by Bharathiraja. Produced by Allu Aravind.
Who are the main cast members of Aradhana?▾
Aradhana stars Chiranjeevi, Suhasini Maniratnam, Dr. Rajasekhar.
What is the Tollybo rating for Aradhana?▾
Tollybo rates Aradhana 2.75/5. Verdict: AVERAGE.
What is the genre and runtime of Aradhana?▾
Aradhana — Genre: Musical, Romance, Runtime: 141 minutes, Language: Telugu.