Last updated: 26 Mar 2026
Telugu · Musical, Romance
2h 21m · 27 Mar 1987
DOP: B. Kannan | Writer: Bharathiraja, Jandhyala
Ratings
Our Rating
2.75
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
Bharathiraja's direction is competent, blending commercial elements with emotional depth, though some narrative pacing could have been tighter.
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 60% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 15% |
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
Aradhana released on 27 March 1987 (1987).
Aradhana is declared a AVERAGE at the box office.
Aradhana OTT release date not announced yet.
Aradhana directed by Bharathiraja. Produced by Allu Aravind.
Aradhana stars Chiranjeevi, Suhasini Maniratnam, Dr. Rajasekhar.
Tollybo rates Aradhana 2.75/5. Verdict: AVERAGE.
Aradhana — Genre: Musical, Romance, Runtime: 141 minutes, Language: Telugu.
