Last updated: 5 May 2026
Telugu · Comedy
2h 35m · 18 Feb 2011
Music: Saluri Koteswara Rao | DOP: Sudhakar Reddy Yakkanti | Writer: Nilesh Girkar, Ram Gopal Varma
Ratings
Our Rating
1.75
The film is a satirical take on the struggles of a screenwriter named Appalaraju who aspires to make it big in the Telugu film industry. It explores the challenges he faces in getting his story accepted and the compromises he must make, blending humor and industry critique.
Sunil Varma: Effective portrayal of an aspiring screenwriter with comedic timing.
Swathi Reddy: Natural and engaging in her role as the female lead.
Sakshi Gulati: Supportive role with limited scope but decent presence.
Ram Gopal Varma: Provides comic relief with his trademark style.
Sunil Varma: Strong supporting role adding intensity.
Swathi Reddy: Good comedic support in the narrative.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Ram Gopal Varma's direction is experimental and bold, focusing on the meta aspect of filmmaking. The writing is clever but occasionally uneven, which affects the overall flow.
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 30% |
| Neutral | 40% |
| Negative | 30% |
Critics appreciated the film's novel concept and Sunil's performance but noted the uneven screenplay and limited mass appeal. The film was seen as a niche entertainer with a satirical edge.
Final Box-Office Result
Katha Screenplay Darsakatvam Appalaraju released on 18 February 2011 (2011).
Katha Screenplay Darsakatvam Appalaraju is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Katha Screenplay Darsakatvam Appalaraju is available on Sun NXT, Vi Movies and TV, MX Player from 31 May 2019.
Katha Screenplay Darsakatvam Appalaraju directed by Ram Gopal Varma. Produced by Kiran Kumar Koneru.
Katha Screenplay Darsakatvam Appalaraju stars Sunil Varma, Swathi Reddy, Sakshi Gulati.
Tollybo rates Katha Screenplay Darsakatvam Appalaraju 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Music for Katha Screenplay Darsakatvam Appalaraju composed by Saluri Koteswara Rao.
Katha Screenplay Darsakatvam Appalaraju — Genre: Comedy, Runtime: 155 minutes, Language: Telugu.
