Guru Sishyulu (1981) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
Last updated: 5 May 2026
Guru Sishyulu (1981) Review
Guru Sishyulu (1981), a Telugu n/a movie starring Nageshwara Rao Akkineni, Krishna, Sridevi, is reviewed here. Directed by K. Bapayya. Guru Sishyulu (English: Teacher-Student) is a 1981 Telugu, comedy film, produced by C. Ashwini Dutt on Vyjayanthi Movies banner[2] and directed by K. Bapayya. Our Rating: 3/5. Verdict: HIT. Released: 21 Mar 1981. Runtime: 2h 31m.
Guru Sishyulu(1981)
Telugu · N/A
2h 31m · 21 Mar 1981
Music: K. V. Mahadevan | DOP: P. L. Roy | Writer: Jandhyala
Ratings
Our Rating
3
📖 Story
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
Strengths
- ✓Strong lead performances
- ✓Engaging screenplay with well-paced action sequences
- ✓Memorable music and songs
- ✓Effective direction by K. Bapayya
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable plot elements
- ✕Some melodramatic scenes
- ✕Supporting characters underdeveloped
🎬 Direction & Writing
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.
📰 Ratings Sources
No rating sources available.
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
No collection data available yet.
🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
No centers data available.
No awards data available.
🏆 Records & Box Office
- - Completed 50 days in multiple centers
- - Completed 100 days in select centers
- - Successful theatrical run in Telugu states
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | High |
| Neutral | Moderate |
| Negative | Low |
Critics
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
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Guru Sishyulu release in theatres?▾
Guru Sishyulu released on 21 March 1981 (1981).
Is Guru Sishyulu a hit or flop?▾
Guru Sishyulu is declared a HIT at the box office.
Where to watch Guru Sishyulu online? OTT release date?▾
Guru Sishyulu is available on Sun NXT, Vi Movies and TV, MX Player from 13 May 2017.
Who directed Guru Sishyulu?▾
Guru Sishyulu directed by K. Bapayya. Produced by C. Ashwini Dutt.
Who are the main cast members of Guru Sishyulu?▾
Guru Sishyulu stars Nageshwara Rao Akkineni, Krishna, Sridevi.
What is the Tollybo rating for Guru Sishyulu?▾
Tollybo rates Guru Sishyulu 3/5. Verdict: HIT.
Who composed the music for Guru Sishyulu?▾
Music for Guru Sishyulu composed by K. V. Mahadevan.
What is the genre and runtime of Guru Sishyulu?▾
Guru Sishyulu — Genre: N/A, Runtime: 151 minutes, Language: Telugu.