Majnu (1987) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
Last updated: 11 Apr 2026
Majnu (1987) Review
Majnu (1987) (Telugu drama, romance) — directed by Dasari Narayana Rao. Starring Nagarjuna Akkineni, Rajani, Moon Moon Sen. Rajesh (Nagarjuna) is a racy youngster who falls in love with Alekhya (Rajani). Things go well when Rajesh and Alekhya plan to get married and it is when a root of suspicion lands in Rajesh’s mind through a friend. The suspicion is something about the character of Alekhya and when Rajesh enquires ab... Our Rating: 3/5. Verdict: HIT. Released: 14 Jan 1987. Runtime: 2h 21m.
Majnu(1987)
Telugu · Drama, Romance
2h 21m · 14 Jan 1987
Music: Laxmikant Shantaram Kudalkar, Pyarelal Ramprasad Sharma | Writer: Dasari Narayana Rao
Ratings
Our Rating
3
📖 Story
Majnu is a romantic drama revolving around the intense love story of a young man and woman, exploring themes of passion, sacrifice, and societal challenges that test their relationship.
Nagarjuna Akkineni: Charismatic and heartfelt portrayal of the titular character, showcasing his romantic and emotional range.
Rajani: Graceful and convincing performance as the female lead, complementing Nagarjuna's intensity.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Strong lead performances
- ✓Engaging romantic storyline
- ✓Melodious music score
- ✓Effective emotional scenes
Weaknesses
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Some melodramatic sequences
- ✕Predictable plot elements
🎬 Direction & Writing
Dasari Narayana Rao delivers a classic romantic drama with a focus on emotional depth and character-driven storytelling, though some narrative pacing could have been tighter.
📰 Critic Reviews
First half of the film is nice though slow with a good interval twist. Second half falls flat and not engaging enough. But regular sprinkling of humor helped. Plus points of the film are Nani’s performance, dialogues and first half. On the flip side, a weak story and uninteresting screenplay in second half spoils it fo…
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 3 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
No collection data available yet.
🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
| Run | Centers |
|---|---|
| 100 Days Centers | 1 |
No awards data available.
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 60% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 15% |
Critics
Critics praised the lead performances and music, highlighting the film as a memorable romantic drama of the 1980s Telugu cinema. However, some noted the film's melodramatic tendencies and pacing flaws.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Majnu release in theatres?▾
Majnu released on 14 January 1987 (1987).
Is Majnu a hit or flop?▾
Majnu is declared a HIT at the box office.
Where to watch Majnu online? OTT release date?▾
Majnu is available on MX Player. OTT date will be updated soon.
Who directed Majnu?▾
Majnu directed by Dasari Narayana Rao.
Who are the main cast members of Majnu?▾
Majnu stars Nagarjuna Akkineni, Rajani, Moon Moon Sen.
What is the Tollybo rating for Majnu?▾
Tollybo rates Majnu 3/5. Verdict: HIT.
Who composed the music for Majnu?▾
Music for Majnu composed by Laxmikant Shantaram Kudalkar, Pyarelal Ramprasad Sharma.
What is the genre and runtime of Majnu?▾
Majnu — Genre: Drama, Romance, Runtime: 141 minutes, Language: Telugu.