Coolie No. 1 (1991) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Coolie No. 1 (1991) Review
Coolie No. 1 (1991), a Telugu action, drama, romance movie starring Venkatesh, Tabu, Mohan Babu, is reviewed here. Directed by K Raghavendra Rao. Coolie No.1 is action romance based movie in which, Ranjani (Tabu), is a rich, spoilt and arrogant girl who has a I dont Care attitude towards life. Ranjanis father is a rich Industrialist Koteswara Rao (Rao Gopal Rao) who resides in Singapore. In an incident Ranjani clashes with Raju (Venkatesh) wh... Our Rating: 3.25/5. Verdict: HIT. Released: 12 Jul 1991. Runtime: 2h 26m.
Coolie No. 1(1991)
Telugu · Action, Drama, Romance
2h 26m · 12 Jul 1991
Writer: Paruchuri Venkateswara Rao, Gopalakrishna Paruchuri
Ratings
Our Rating
3.25
📖 Story
Coolie No. 1 is a comedy-drama revolving around Raju, a coolie, who impersonates a rich man to win the love of a wealthy woman, leading to a series of humorous and emotional situations.
Venkatesh: Energetic and charismatic, delivering a perfect blend of comedy and emotion.
Tabu: Graceful and engaging, complementing the lead with charm and timing.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Strong comic timing
- ✓Engaging screenplay
- ✓Memorable music
- ✓Good chemistry between leads
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable plot
- ✕Some outdated scenes
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
🎬 Direction & Writing
K Raghavendra Rao's direction balances comedy and drama effectively, though some narrative elements feel formulaic.
📰 Critic Reviews
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 6.2 | |
| 3.2 | |
| 0 | |
| 53 | |
| 45 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
No collection data available yet.
🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
| Run | Centers |
|---|---|
| 100 Days Centers | 1 |
No awards data available.
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 60% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 15% |
Critics
The film received mixed to positive reviews, praised for its comedy and performances but critiqued for its predictable storyline.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Coolie No. 1 release in theatres?▾
Coolie No. 1 released on 12 July 1991 (1991).
Is Coolie No. 1 a hit or flop?▾
Coolie No. 1 is declared a HIT at the box office.
Where to watch Coolie No. 1 online? OTT release date?▾
Coolie No. 1 OTT release date not announced yet.
Who directed Coolie No. 1?▾
Coolie No. 1 directed by K Raghavendra Rao. Produced by Daggubati Suresh Babu.
Who are the main cast members of Coolie No. 1?▾
Coolie No. 1 stars Venkatesh, Tabu, Mohan Babu.
What is the Tollybo rating for Coolie No. 1?▾
Tollybo rates Coolie No. 1 3.25/5. Verdict: HIT.
What is the genre and runtime of Coolie No. 1?▾
Coolie No. 1 — Genre: Action, Drama, Romance, Runtime: 146 minutes, Language: Telugu.