Makutamleni Maharaju (1987) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
Last updated: 21 Jul 2026
Makutamleni Maharaju(1987)
Telugu · N/A
2h 30m · 13 Mar 1987
Music: K. Chakravarthy | DOP: A. Venkat | Writer: Venkateswara Rao Paruchuri, Gopalakrishna Paruchuri
Ratings
Our Rating
2.5
📖 Story
Makutamleni Maharaju is a family drama centered around the life of a wealthy and principled man who faces challenges in his personal and social life. The story explores themes of family values, sacrifice, and justice as the protagonist navigates conflicts involving his loved ones and antagonists threatening his legacy.
Krishna: Strong and charismatic portrayal of the lead role, commanding screen presence.
Sridevi: Graceful and emotive performance complementing the lead.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Engaging family drama narrative
- ✓Powerful lead performance by Krishna
- ✓Memorable music and songs
- ✓Effective emotional scenes
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable plot elements
- ✕Some melodramatic sequences
- ✕Pacing slows down in the second half
🎬 Direction & Writing
K. Bapayya delivers a commercially appealing film with his signature style, balancing drama, emotion, and entertainment. The writing supports the star-driven narrative but lacks novelty.
- - Cinematography capturing rural and domestic settings effectively
- - Music composed by Chakravarthy with popular songs
- - Editing maintains narrative flow despite some slow portions
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Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
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😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 60% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 15% |
Critics
Critics praised the lead performances and music but noted the film's conventional storyline and melodramatic tendencies. The film was appreciated for its family values and entertainment quotient.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Makutamleni Maharaju release in theatres?▾
Makutamleni Maharaju released on 13 March 1987 (1987).
Is Makutamleni Maharaju a hit or flop?▾
Makutamleni Maharaju is declared a AVERAGE at the box office.
Where to watch Makutamleni Maharaju online? OTT release date?▾
Makutamleni Maharaju OTT release date not announced yet.
Who directed Makutamleni Maharaju?▾
Makutamleni Maharaju directed by K. Bapayya. Produced by B. V. S. N. Prasad.
Who are the main cast members of Makutamleni Maharaju?▾
Makutamleni Maharaju stars Krishna, Sridevi, Rajendra Prasad.
What is the Tollybo rating for Makutamleni Maharaju?▾
Tollybo rates Makutamleni Maharaju 2.5/5. Verdict: AVERAGE.
Who composed the music for Makutamleni Maharaju?▾
Music for Makutamleni Maharaju composed by K. Chakravarthy.
What is the genre and runtime of Makutamleni Maharaju?▾
Makutamleni Maharaju — Genre: N/A, Runtime: 150 minutes, Language: Telugu.