Last updated: 5 May 2026
Telugu · Horror, Thriller
1h 46m · 15 Mar 2019
Music: Sricharan Pakala | DOP: Sunil Kumar | Writer: Aswani Kumar V.
Ratings
Our Rating
1.75
Jessie is a Telugu-language thriller that revolves around the life of Jessie, a young woman whose life takes a dark turn after a traumatic incident. The film explores themes of revenge, justice, and the psychological impact of violence as Jessie fights to reclaim her life and dignity.
Ashima Narwal: Strong and convincing portrayal of the titular character, effectively conveying vulnerability and resilience.
Pavani Gangireddy: Supportive role with adequate screen presence.
Archana: Notable performance in a pivotal role.
V. Aswani Kumar: Effective as the antagonist, bringing intensity to the role.
Ashima Narwal: Solid performance adding depth to the narrative.
Pavani Gangireddy: Good supporting role execution.
Strengths
Weaknesses
V. Aswani Kumar delivers a focused thriller with a strong central character. The direction maintains suspense effectively but occasionally falters with pacing and screenplay depth.
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 35% |
| Negative | 25% |
Critics appreciated Ashima Narwal's performance and the film's attempt at a gritty thriller. However, mixed reviews were noted on screenplay and pacing. The film was seen as a decent effort but not groundbreaking.
Final Box-Office Result
Jessie released on 15 March 2019 (2019).
Jessie is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Jessie is available on Vi Movies and TV, Apple TV+. OTT date will be updated soon.
Jessie directed by V. Aswani Kumar. Produced by Shweta Singh.
Jessie stars Ashima Narwal, Pavani Gangireddy, Archana.
Tollybo rates Jessie 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Music for Jessie composed by Sricharan Pakala.
Jessie — Genre: Horror, Thriller, Runtime: 106 minutes, Language: Telugu.
