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Last updated: 11 Apr 2026

Ladies Special (1993) Review

Ladies Special (1993) — a Telugu comedy, drama movie directed by Jandhyala Subramanya Sastry. The cast includes Vani Viswanath, Divyavani, Suresh. When their manager threatens to fire them, four women working at a supermarket plan to kidnap him and save their jobs. Our Rating: 2.25/5. Verdict: FLOP. Released: 1 Jan 1993.

Ladies Special
FLOP

Ladies Special(1993)

Telugu · Comedy, Drama

0 · 1 Jan 1993

Writer: Jandhyala Subramanya Sastry

Ratings

IMDbIMDb5.9
LetterboxdLetterboxd0
Metacritic UserMetacritic User0
IMDbIMDb6.5
TMDBTMDB0

Our Rating

2.25

📖 Story

Ladies Special is a Telugu drama that revolves around the lives of several women, exploring their personal struggles, friendships, and societal challenges. The narrative focuses on their emotional journeys and the strength they find in each other.

🎭 Performances

Vani Viswanath: Strong and convincing portrayal of a resilient woman.

Divyavani: Natural and heartfelt performance.

Suresh: Supportive role with adequate screen presence.

Jandhyala Subramanya Sastry: Provides comic relief with his timing and expressions.

💪 Strengths & Weaknesses

✅

Strengths

  • ✓Strong female-centric narrative
  • ✓Effective performances by lead actresses
  • ✓Emotional depth and relatable storytelling
  • ✓Good comic timing by Brahmanandam
❌

Weaknesses

  • ✕Pacing issues in the second half
  • ✕Lack of technical finesse in cinematography
  • ✕Music score not very memorable

🎬 Direction & Writing

Jandhyala's direction is sensitive and focused on character-driven storytelling, maintaining a balance between drama and light moments. His writing captures the nuances of women's lives effectively.

📰 Critic Reviews

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📰 Ratings Sources

SourceRating
IMDbIMDb
5.9
LetterboxdLetterboxd
0
Metacritic UserMetacritic User
0
IMDbIMDb
6.5
TMDBTMDB
0

Our Rating

2.25/5
★★★★★★★★

💰 Box Office Collection

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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards

No centers data available.

No awards data available.

😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics

TypeValue
Positive60%
Neutral30%
Negative10%

Critics

The film received appreciation for its narrative centered on women and strong performances, though critics noted the technical aspects and music could have been better. Overall, it was seen as a heartfelt drama with some pacing flaws.

Final Box-Office Result

FLOP

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

When did Ladies Special release in theatres?▾

Ladies Special released on 1 January 1993 (1993).

Is Ladies Special a hit or flop?▾

Ladies Special is declared a FLOP at the box office.

Where to watch Ladies Special online? OTT release date?▾

Ladies Special is available on Eros Now. OTT date will be updated soon.

Who directed Ladies Special?▾

Ladies Special directed by Jandhyala Subramanya Sastry.

Who are the main cast members of Ladies Special?▾

Ladies Special stars Vani Viswanath, Divyavani, Suresh.

What is the Tollybo rating for Ladies Special?▾

Tollybo rates Ladies Special 2.25/5. Verdict: FLOP.

What is the genre and runtime of Ladies Special?▾

Ladies Special — Genre: Comedy, Drama, Language: Telugu.

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