Last updated: 11 Apr 2026
Telugu · Action, Thriller
2h 22m · 27 Jun 2019
Music: Shravan Bharadwaj | DOP: Dasaradhi Sivendra | Writer: Saitej Desharaj, Venkat Palwai, Tajuddin Syed
Ratings
Our Rating
2.5
Kalki is a Telugu-language thriller that revolves around a mysterious serial killer targeting corrupt individuals. The story follows the protagonist, a police officer, as he unravels the mystery behind the killings and confronts the dark underbelly of society.
Dr. Rajasekhar: Strong and intense portrayal of a determined police officer.
Adah Sharma: Effective in a pivotal role with a mix of vulnerability and strength.
Nandita Swetha: Notable supporting performance adding depth to the narrative.
Prasanth Varma: Convincing antagonist with a menacing presence.
Dr. Rajasekhar: Solid supporting role with impactful screen presence.
Adah Sharma: Provides comic relief and natural performance.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Prasanth Varma delivers a taut and engaging thriller with a focused narrative and effective suspense-building. The direction maintains tension throughout, although some pacing lapses are noticeable in the latter half.
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 55% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 20% |
Critics generally praised Kalki for its gripping storyline, strong performances, and technical finesse. The film was noted for its engaging screenplay and suspense elements, though some reviewers pointed out pacing issues and predictability in parts of the narrative.
Final Box-Office Result
Kalki released on 27 June 2019 (2019).
Kalki is declared a AVERAGE at the box office.
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Kalki directed by Prasanth Varma. Produced by Shivathmika.
Kalki stars Dr. Rajasekhar, Adah Sharma, Nandita Swetha.
Tollybo rates Kalki 2.5/5. Verdict: AVERAGE.
Music for Kalki composed by Shravan Bharadwaj.
Kalki — Genre: Action, Thriller, Runtime: 142 minutes, Language: Telugu.
