Kirathakudu (1986) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Kirathakudu (1986) Review
A review of Kirathakudu (1986) (Telugu action, crime, romance), directed by A. Kodandarami Reddy. Starring Chiranjeevi, Suhasini Maniratnam, Kongara Jaggayya. Kiratakudu is a action oriented movie in which, Chiranjeevi played a rather unusual role, who hates his father to the core and does not support him even when is getting destroyed. Chakravarthy (Jaggayya), who is a prominent industrialist in the city, is president of the interpol and his son Charan (... Our Rating: 2.5/5. Verdict: FLOP. Released: 10 Jan 1986.
Kirathakudu(1986)
Telugu · Action, Crime, Romance
0 · 10 Jan 1986
Writer: G. Sathyamurthy, Veerendranath Yandamoori
Ratings
Our Rating
2.5
📖 Story
Kirathakudu follows the story of a determined and righteous man who fights against injustice and corruption in society. The protagonist faces numerous challenges while trying to uphold truth and protect the vulnerable, leading to a dramatic confrontation with the antagonists.
Chiranjeevi: Powerful and charismatic, delivering a memorable heroic role.
Suhasini Maniratnam: Strong and emotive, complementing the lead effectively.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Strong lead performance by Chiranjeevi
- ✓Engaging action sequences
- ✓Effective background score
- ✓Social message embedded in the narrative
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable storyline
- ✕Some pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Supporting characters underdeveloped
🎬 Direction & Writing
A. Kodandarami Reddy delivers a commercially effective film with a focus on mass appeal, balancing action and drama but lacking in narrative innovation.
📰 Critic Reviews
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 7.3 | |
| 0 | |
| 0 | |
| 30 | |
| 70 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
No collection data available yet.
🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
No centers data available.
No awards data available.
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 40% |
| Negative | 20% |
Critics
Critics appreciated the lead performance and music but noted the film's conventional plot and lack of depth in supporting roles. The movie was seen as a typical 80s commercial entertainer with moderate impact.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Kirathakudu release in theatres?▾
Kirathakudu released on 10 January 1986 (1986).
Is Kirathakudu a hit or flop?▾
Kirathakudu is declared a FLOP at the box office.
Where to watch Kirathakudu online? OTT release date?▾
Kirathakudu is available on Sun NXT, MX Player from 13 May 2017.
Who directed Kirathakudu?▾
Kirathakudu directed by A. Kodandarami Reddy. Produced by K. Hariharan.
Who are the main cast members of Kirathakudu?▾
Kirathakudu stars Chiranjeevi, Suhasini Maniratnam, Kongara Jaggayya.
What is the Tollybo rating for Kirathakudu?▾
Tollybo rates Kirathakudu 2.5/5. Verdict: FLOP.
What is the genre and runtime of Kirathakudu?▾
Kirathakudu — Genre: Action, Crime, Romance, Language: Telugu.