Iddaru Mitrulu (1999) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Iddaru Mitrulu (1999) Review
Released on 30 Apr 1999, Iddaru Mitrulu (1999) is a Telugu drama, musical movie starring Chiranjeevi, Ramya Krishnan, Sakshi Shivananda. Directed by K Raghavendra Rao. Vijay (Chiranjeevi) and Sakshi Sivanand are best friends. They share their thoughts, happiness and pain with each other. One day she finds love in a photographer (Suresh) and marries him, while Vijay plays a lover boy and marries Ramya Krishna. However, Sakshi's happiness ends when she finds out tha... Our Rating: 2.5/5. Verdict: AVERAGE. Runtime: 2h 22m.
Iddaru Mitrulu(1999)
Telugu · Drama, Musical
2h 22m · 30 Apr 1999
Writer: Bhupati Raja, Diwakar Babu
Ratings
Our Rating
2.5
📖 Story
Iddaru Mitrulu is a Telugu drama revolving around the complex relationship between two close friends and their intertwined lives, exploring themes of friendship, love, and sacrifice.
Chiranjeevi: Strong and charismatic, delivering a memorable portrayal of the protagonist.
Ramya Krishnan: Powerful and emotive, complementing the lead with a nuanced performance.
Sakshi Shivananda: Adequate, with a decent screen presence supporting the main narrative.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Strong lead performances
- ✓Engaging emotional moments
- ✓Popular director's style
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable storyline
- ✕Lack of technical innovation
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
🎬 Direction & Writing
K Raghavendra Rao delivers a typical commercial entertainer with his signature style, focusing on star power and melodrama rather than novel storytelling.
📰 Critic Reviews
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 3 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
No collection data available yet.
🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
| Run | Centers |
|---|---|
| 50 Days Centers | 92 |
No awards data available.
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 35% |
| Negative | 25% |
Critics
The film received mixed reviews from critics, praising the lead actors' performances but criticizing the predictable plot and lack of freshness in execution.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Iddaru Mitrulu release in theatres?▾
Iddaru Mitrulu released on 30 April 1999 (1999).
Is Iddaru Mitrulu a hit or flop?▾
Iddaru Mitrulu is declared a AVERAGE at the box office.
Where to watch Iddaru Mitrulu online? OTT release date?▾
Iddaru Mitrulu is available on Eros Now Select Apple TV Channel. OTT date will be updated soon.
Who directed Iddaru Mitrulu?▾
Iddaru Mitrulu directed by K Raghavendra Rao. Produced by K Raghavendra Rao, K. Krishnamohana Rao.
Who are the main cast members of Iddaru Mitrulu?▾
Iddaru Mitrulu stars Chiranjeevi, Ramya Krishnan, Sakshi Shivananda.
What is the Tollybo rating for Iddaru Mitrulu?▾
Tollybo rates Iddaru Mitrulu 2.5/5. Verdict: AVERAGE.
What is the genre and runtime of Iddaru Mitrulu?▾
Iddaru Mitrulu — Genre: Drama, Musical, Runtime: 142 minutes, Language: Telugu.