Lankeshwarudu (1989) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
Last updated: 26 Mar 2026
Lankeshwarudu (1989) Review
Lankeshwarudu (1989) — a Telugu action, drama movie directed by Dasari Narayana Rao. The cast includes Chiranjeevi, Radha, Revathi. Shankar decides to leave behind his life as a gangster and lead a normal life. However, when his brother-in-law's life is at stake, he decides to rethink his decision. Our Rating: 2.5/5. Verdict: FLOP. Released: 27 Oct 1989. Runtime: 2h 20m.
Lankeshwarudu(1989)
Telugu · Action, Drama
2h 20m · 27 Oct 1989
Writer: Dasari Narayana Rao
Ratings
Our Rating
2.5
📖 Story
Lankeshwarudu is an action drama centered around a righteous man who fights against corruption and injustice in society. The protagonist takes on powerful enemies to protect the innocent and uphold justice.
Chiranjeevi: Powerful and charismatic, delivering a strong action hero portrayal.
Radha: Supportive and engaging in the romantic subplot.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Strong lead performance by Chiranjeevi
- ✓Engaging action sequences
- ✓Effective direction by A. Kodandarami Reddy
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable storyline
- ✕Some pacing issues in the second half
🎬 Direction & Writing
Dasari Narayana Rao delivers a commercially effective direction with a focus on action and drama, maintaining audience engagement despite a familiar plot.
📰 Critic Reviews
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 5.9 | |
| 0 | |
| 0 | |
| 52 | |
| 6.4 |
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 | 60% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 15% |
Critics
The film received mixed to positive reviews from critics, praising Chiranjeevi's performance and action sequences but noting the conventional storyline.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Lankeshwarudu release in theatres?▾
Lankeshwarudu released on 27 October 1989 (1989).
Is Lankeshwarudu a hit or flop?▾
Lankeshwarudu is declared a FLOP at the box office.
Where to watch Lankeshwarudu online? OTT release date?▾
Lankeshwarudu is available on Eros Now Select Apple TV Channel. OTT date will be updated soon.
Who directed Lankeshwarudu?▾
Lankeshwarudu directed by Dasari Narayana Rao. Produced by Vadde Ramesh.
Who are the main cast members of Lankeshwarudu?▾
Lankeshwarudu stars Chiranjeevi, Radha, Revathi.
What is the Tollybo rating for Lankeshwarudu?▾
Tollybo rates Lankeshwarudu 2.5/5. Verdict: FLOP.
What is the genre and runtime of Lankeshwarudu?▾
Lankeshwarudu — Genre: Action, Drama, Runtime: 140 minutes, Language: Telugu.