Last updated: 5 May 2026
A hoodlum look-alike assumes the identity of a noble man.
Telugu · Action, Comedy, Crime
2h 53m · 25 Dec 2008
Music: Devi Sri Prasad | DOP: Prasad Murella | Writer: Kona Venkat
Ratings
Our Rating
2.75
King follows the story of a wealthy and carefree young man who is forced to take responsibility and fight against injustice when his family is threatened. The film blends action, comedy, and romance as the protagonist navigates through various challenges to protect his loved ones and uphold his honor.
Nagarjuna Akkineni: Charismatic and energetic, delivering a strong presence with a blend of action and comedy.
Trisha Krishnan: Graceful and charming, providing a solid romantic counterpart.
Srihari: Effective in a supporting role, adding intensity.
Sreenu Vaitla: Notable supporting performance.
Nagarjuna Akkineni: Comic relief with well-timed humor.
Trisha Krishnan: Strong antagonist portrayal.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Sreenu Vaitla delivers a commercial entertainer with a focus on mass appeal, balancing action, comedy, and romance effectively. The writing is tailored to showcase the lead star's strengths but lacks novelty in narrative.
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 60% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 15% |
Critics generally appreciated Nagarjuna's performance and the film's entertainment value, though many pointed out the formulaic plot and lack of originality. The music and comedy were highlighted as major plus points.
Final Box-Office Result
King released on 25 December 2008 (2008).
King is declared a ABOVE AVERAGE at the box office.
King is available on MX Player. OTT date will be updated soon.
King directed by Sreenu Vaitla. Produced by D. Sivaprasad Reddy.
King stars Nagarjuna Akkineni, Trisha Krishnan, Srihari.
Tollybo rates King 2.75/5. Verdict: ABOVE AVERAGE.
Music for King composed by Devi Sri Prasad.
King — Genre: Action, Comedy, Crime, Runtime: 173 minutes, Language: Telugu.
