Chanakya (2019) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
Last updated: 25 Mar 2026
Chanakya (2019) Review
Chanakya (2019) — a Telugu action, adventure, thriller movie directed by Thiru. The cast includes Gopichand, Mehreen Pirzada, Zareen Khan. Arjun aka Ramakrishna is a RAW marshall from Delhi who has a 100% success rate at nabbing terrorists. What happens when he makes enemies out of India's most wanted Ibrahim Qureshi and his son Sohail? Our Rating: 2.25/5. Verdict: FLOP. Released: 4 Oct 2019. Runtime: 2h 27m.
Chanakya(2019)
Telugu · Action, Adventure, Thriller
2h 27m · 4 Oct 2019
Music: Vishal Chandrasekhar | DOP: Vettri | Writer: Thiru
Ratings
Our Rating
2.25
📖 Story
Chanakya is an action thriller revolving around a skilled intelligence officer who embarks on a mission to uncover and dismantle a terrorist network threatening national security. The plot follows his strategic maneuvers, personal sacrifices, and the challenges he faces while balancing his duty and personal life.
Gopichand: Strong and intense portrayal of an intelligence officer, carrying the film with his action sequences and screen presence.
Mehreen Pirzada: Supportive role with limited scope but delivered adequately.
Zareen Khan: Brief appearance with a glamorous role.
Thiru: Effective in a pivotal supporting role.
Gopichand: Played the antagonist with convincing menace.
Mehreen Pirzada: Minor role with limited impact.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Gopichand's action sequences and screen presence
- ✓Engaging thriller premise
- ✓Good background score and music
- ✓Crisp cinematography by Vettri
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable storyline
- ✕Weak character development for female leads
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Some clichéd dialogues
🎬 Direction & Writing
Thiru delivers a straightforward action thriller with a focus on high-octane sequences and a patriotic theme. The direction is competent but lacks novelty in narrative style and character depth.
- - Cinematography by Vettri
- - Music by Vishal Chandrasekhar
- - Editing and action choreography
- - Production design
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Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
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😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 35% |
| Negative | 25% |
Critics
Critics generally praised Gopichand's performance and the film's action sequences but pointed out the predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. The technical aspects like cinematography and music received moderate appreciation. Overall, the film was seen as an average commercial entertainer.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Chanakya release in theatres?▾
Chanakya released on 4 October 2019 (2019).
Is Chanakya a hit or flop?▾
Chanakya is declared a FLOP at the box office.
Where to watch Chanakya online? OTT release date?▾
Chanakya is available on Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads. OTT date will be updated soon.
Who directed Chanakya?▾
Chanakya directed by Thiru. Produced by Ramabrahmam Sunkara.
Who are the main cast members of Chanakya?▾
Chanakya stars Gopichand, Mehreen Pirzada, Zareen Khan.
What is the Tollybo rating for Chanakya?▾
Tollybo rates Chanakya 2.25/5. Verdict: FLOP.
Who composed the music for Chanakya?▾
Music for Chanakya composed by Vishal Chandrasekhar.
What is the genre and runtime of Chanakya?▾
Chanakya — Genre: Action, Adventure, Thriller, Runtime: 147 minutes, Language: Telugu.