Last updated: 5 May 2026
Telugu · Drama, Sport
2h 29m · 22 Aug 2019
Music: Dhibu Ninan Thomas | DOP: I. Andrew | Writer: Srinivasa Rao Bhimaneni, Choudary Hanuman, Arunraja Kamaraj
Ratings
Our Rating
2.75
Kousalya Krishnamurthy is a Telugu drama centered on a young woman named Kousalya who aspires to become an IAS officer despite facing societal and familial challenges. The film explores her journey of perseverance, self-belief, and the support she receives from her father, highlighting themes of empowerment and determination.
Aishwarya Rajesh: Strong and convincing portrayal of the titular character, effectively conveying emotional depth and resilience.
Rajendra Prasad: Supportive and heartfelt performance as the father, providing emotional grounding to the narrative.
Sivakarthikeyan: Cameo role with limited screen time, adding charm to the film.
Bhimaneni Srinivasa Rao: Provided comic relief with timing that suited the film's tone.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Bhimaneni Srinivasa Rao delivers a straightforward and earnest direction focusing on emotional beats and motivational aspects. The writing is simple and caters to the family audience but lacks depth and innovation.
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 40% |
| Negative | 20% |
Critics appreciated the film for its inspiring story and Aishwarya Rajesh's committed performance. However, many noted the predictable screenplay and lack of freshness in direction. The emotional core and social message were highlighted as positives, while pacing and narrative depth were seen as drawbacks.
Final Box-Office Result
Kousalya Krishnamurthy released on 22 August 2019 (2019).
Kousalya Krishnamurthy is declared a AVERAGE at the box office.
Kousalya Krishnamurthy is available on Sun NXT, Vi Movies and TV, MX Player from 11 October 2019.
Kousalya Krishnamurthy directed by Bhimaneni Srinivasa Rao. Produced by K. Vallabha, K. S. Rama Rao.
Kousalya Krishnamurthy stars Aishwarya Rajesh, Rajendra Prasad, Sivakarthikeyan.
Tollybo rates Kousalya Krishnamurthy 2.75/5. Verdict: AVERAGE.
Music for Kousalya Krishnamurthy composed by Dhibu Ninan Thomas.
Kousalya Krishnamurthy — Genre: Drama, Sport, Runtime: 149 minutes, Language: Telugu.
