Chanakya Chandragupta (1977) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Chanakya Chandragupta (1977) Review
Chanakya Chandragupta (1977) — a Telugu action, drama, history film directed by N.T. Rama Rao. Starring N.T. Rama Rao, Nageshwara Rao Akkineni, Sivaji Ganesan. The film is a historical story, based on the 3rd century BC Maurya Emperor Chandragupta Maurya and his mentor Chanakya. It begins with the Greek invader Alexander intruding on our borders, Magadha as his last step of sovereignty. Discerning it, fear-defying scholar Chanakya is under trace of the dyn... Our Rating: 3.25/5. Verdict: SUPER HIT. Released: 25 Aug 1977. Runtime: 2h 58m.
Chanakya Chandragupta(1977)
Telugu · Action, Drama, History
2h 58m · 25 Aug 1977
Writer: Pingali Nagendra Rao
Ratings
Our Rating
3.25
📖 Story
The film depicts the historical and political saga of Chanakya and Chandragupta Maurya, focusing on their efforts to overthrow the Nanda dynasty and establish the Mauryan Empire in ancient India. It highlights Chanakya's intelligence and strategy alongside Chandragupta's valor and leadership.
N.T. Rama Rao: Powerful portrayal of Chandragupta Maurya with commanding screen presence and intense dialogue delivery.
Nageshwara Rao Akkineni: Strong and graceful performance as the female lead, complementing the film's epic narrative.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Epic scale and grand production design
- ✓Strong performances by lead actors
- ✓Engaging screenplay based on historical events
- ✓Memorable music and background score
Weaknesses
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Some historical liberties taken
- ✕Limited character development for supporting roles
🎬 Direction & Writing
N.T. Rama Rao's direction is ambitious, blending historical narrative with cinematic grandeur. The writing effectively dramatizes key events, though occasionally sacrificing depth for spectacle.
📰 Critic Reviews
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
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| 7.5 | |
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| 70 | |
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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
No numeric critic ratings are available from the specified sources for this film. Contemporary reviews praised the film's scale and performances but did not provide numeric ratings.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Chanakya Chandragupta release in theatres?▾
Chanakya Chandragupta released on 25 August 1977 (1977).
Is Chanakya Chandragupta a hit or flop?▾
Chanakya Chandragupta is declared a SUPER HIT at the box office.
Where to watch Chanakya Chandragupta online? OTT release date?▾
Chanakya Chandragupta is available on Sun NXT, MX Player, Vi Movies and TV from 2 July 2021.
Who directed Chanakya Chandragupta?▾
Chanakya Chandragupta directed by N.T. Rama Rao. Produced by N.T. Rama Rao.
Who are the main cast members of Chanakya Chandragupta?▾
Chanakya Chandragupta stars N.T. Rama Rao, Nageshwara Rao Akkineni, Sivaji Ganesan.
What is the Tollybo rating for Chanakya Chandragupta?▾
Tollybo rates Chanakya Chandragupta 3.25/5. Verdict: SUPER HIT.
What is the genre and runtime of Chanakya Chandragupta?▾
Chanakya Chandragupta — Genre: Action, Drama, History, Runtime: 178 minutes, Language: Telugu.