Last updated: 5 May 2026
Telugu · N/A
2h 31m · 21 Mar 1981
Music: K. V. Mahadevan | DOP: P. L. Roy | Writer: Jandhyala
Ratings
Our Rating
3
Guru Sishyulu is a Telugu action-drama revolving around the mentor-disciple relationship, featuring themes of loyalty, justice, and revenge. The story follows the journey of two protagonists who navigate challenges posed by antagonists to uphold righteousness.
Krishna: Charismatic and energetic portrayal of the lead hero, balancing action and emotional scenes effectively.
Sridevi: Graceful and engaging, providing strong support with her expressive acting.
Sridevi: Convincing antagonist with a commanding screen presence.
Strengths
Weaknesses
K. Bapayya delivers a commercially successful entertainer with crisp narration and a good balance of drama and action, though the writing occasionally falls into formulaic patterns.
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No numeric critic ratings available from the specified sources; general reception noted as positive among audiences and fans of the lead actors.
Final Box-Office Result
Guru Sishyulu released on 21 March 1981 (1981).
Guru Sishyulu is declared a HIT at the box office.
Guru Sishyulu is available on Sun NXT, Vi Movies and TV, MX Player from 13 May 2017.
Guru Sishyulu directed by K. Bapayya. Produced by C. Ashwini Dutt.
Guru Sishyulu stars Nageshwara Rao Akkineni, Krishna, Sridevi.
Tollybo rates Guru Sishyulu 3/5. Verdict: HIT.
Music for Guru Sishyulu composed by K. V. Mahadevan.
Guru Sishyulu — Genre: N/A, Runtime: 151 minutes, Language: Telugu.
