Last updated: 9 May 2026
Telugu · Comedy, Romance
2h 40m · 23 Feb 2012
Music: Shankar, Anup Rubens, Aravind Shankar | DOP: P. C. Sreeram | Writer: Mayank Jain, Vikram K. Kumar, R. Samala
Ratings
Our Rating
3.25
Ishq is a romantic thriller that revolves around the love story of a young couple, played by Nithiin and Nithya Menen, whose relationship is tested by unexpected circumstances involving crime and family conflicts.
Nithiin: Charismatic and convincing as the romantic lead, balancing emotions and action sequences well.
Nithya Menen: Natural and expressive, delivering a heartfelt performance with strong screen presence.
Ajay: Effective as the antagonist, bringing intensity and menace to the role.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Vikram Kumar delivers a well-crafted romantic thriller with a focus on emotional depth and visual storytelling, though the narrative occasionally suffers from predictability and uneven pacing.
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| Run | Centers |
|---|---|
| 100 Days Centers | 11 |
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 60% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 15% |
Critics generally praised Ishq for its fresh approach to the romantic thriller genre, strong performances by the leads, and technical finesse, especially cinematography. However, some noted the film's predictability and pacing flaws.
Final Box-Office Result
| # | City | Theater | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hyderabad | Shanti | — |
| 2 | Warangal | Laxman | — |
| 3 | Khammam | Sundermax | — |
| 4 | Nizamabad | Ashoka | — |
| 5 | Vizag | V3 | — |
| 6 | Vijayawada | Kapardhi | — |
Ishq released on 23 February 2012 (2012).
Ishq is declared a SUPER HIT at the box office.
Ishq is available on Sun NXT, Vi Movies and TV, MX Player from 31 March 2017.
Ishq directed by Vikram Kumar. Produced by N. Sudhakar Reddy, Vikram Goud.
Ishq stars Nithiin, Nithya Menen, Ajay.
Tollybo rates Ishq 3.25/5. Verdict: SUPER HIT.
Music for Ishq composed by Shankar, Anup Rubens, Aravind Shankar.
Ishq — Genre: Comedy, Romance, Runtime: 160 minutes, Language: Telugu.
