Kaliyuga Pandavulu (1986) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Kaliyuga Pandavulu (1986) Review
A review of Kaliyuga Pandavulu (1986) (Telugu drama), directed by K Raghavendra Rao. Starring Venkatesh, Khushboo, Rao Gopal Rao. Kaliyuga Pandavulu is action drama based movie in which, Vijay (Venkatesh) is a spoilt son of rich industrialist Chakrapani (Rao Gopal Rao) and his father encourages him for whatever misdeeds he does. Bharathi (Khushbu), a smart, intelligent, and middle class girl studies in the same college of Vija... Our Rating: 3/5. Verdict: HIT. Released: 14 Aug 1986. Runtime: 2h 31m.
Kaliyuga Pandavulu(1986)
Telugu · Drama
2h 31m · 14 Aug 1986
Writer: Paruchuri Venkateswara Rao, Gopalakrishna Paruchuri
Ratings
Our Rating
3
📖 Story
Kaliyuga Pandavulu revolves around a group of young men who fight against social evils and injustice in their village. The story highlights their struggles, friendship, and love, culminating in a battle against corruption and tyranny.
Venkatesh: Powerful and charismatic debut performance that established him as a leading actor.
Khushboo: Graceful and engaging, complementing the lead effectively.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Strong social message
- ✓Engaging screenplay
- ✓Energetic performances
- ✓Memorable music and songs
Weaknesses
- ✕Some melodramatic moments
- ✕Pacing slows down in the second half
🎬 Direction & Writing
K Raghavendra Rao's direction balances commercial elements with a socially relevant theme, delivering a film that appeals to both masses and critics.
- - Cinematography
- - Music
- - Editing
- - Art Direction
📰 Ratings Sources
No rating sources available.
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
No collection data available yet.
🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
| Run | Centers |
|---|---|
| 50 Days Centers | 38 |
| 100 Days Centers | 1 |
No awards data available.
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 60% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 15% |
Critics
Critics praised the film for its strong narrative and performances, particularly Venkatesh's debut. The social message was well received, though some noted pacing issues.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Kaliyuga Pandavulu release in theatres?▾
Kaliyuga Pandavulu released on 14 August 1986 (1986).
Is Kaliyuga Pandavulu a hit or flop?▾
Kaliyuga Pandavulu is declared a HIT at the box office.
Where to watch Kaliyuga Pandavulu online? OTT release date?▾
Kaliyuga Pandavulu OTT release date not announced yet.
Who directed Kaliyuga Pandavulu?▾
Kaliyuga Pandavulu directed by K Raghavendra Rao. Produced by D. Rama Naidu.
Who are the main cast members of Kaliyuga Pandavulu?▾
Kaliyuga Pandavulu stars Venkatesh, Khushboo, Rao Gopal Rao.
What is the Tollybo rating for Kaliyuga Pandavulu?▾
Tollybo rates Kaliyuga Pandavulu 3/5. Verdict: HIT.
What is the genre and runtime of Kaliyuga Pandavulu?▾
Kaliyuga Pandavulu — Genre: Drama, Runtime: 151 minutes, Language: Telugu.