Master (1997) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
Last updated: 9 May 2026
Master (1997) Review
Released on 3 Oct 1997, Master (1997) is a Telugu action, drama movie starring Chiranjeevi, Sakshi Shivananda, Puneet Issar. Directed by Suresh Krissna. A popular college professor is unable to find true happiness because of his dark past, but the persistence of love and justice ultimately win the day. Our Rating: 3.25/5. Verdict: BLOCKBUSTER. Runtime: 2h 6m.
Master(1997)
Telugu · Action, Drama
2h 6m · 3 Oct 1997
DOP: Chota K. Naidu | Writer: Posani Krishna Murali
Our Rating
3.25
📖 Story
Master is an action drama revolving around the life of a disciplined and righteous protagonist played by Chiranjeevi, who confronts and dismantles the criminal underworld while protecting the innocent. The film blends intense action sequences with emotional moments and social themes.
Chiranjeevi: Powerful and charismatic, delivering a commanding presence as the lead.
Sakshi Shivananda: Supportive role with limited scope but effective in emotional scenes.
Puneet Issar: Strong antagonist portrayal with convincing menace.
Suresh Krissna: Comic relief with well-timed humor.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Chiranjeevi's star power and screen presence
- ✓Engaging action sequences
- ✓Cinematography by Chota K. Naidu
- ✓Strong antagonist characterization
- ✓Effective blend of drama and entertainment
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable storyline
- ✕Lack of novelty in plot
- ✕Underdeveloped female lead
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
🎬 Direction & Writing
Suresh Krissna delivers a commercial entertainer with a focus on mass appeal, balancing action and drama effectively though the narrative lacks freshness.
📰 Critic Reviews
Master’s first half is entertaining. Second half slows down a lot with predictable scenes and with no thrilling stuff. The plus points of the film are the two leading men, terrific characterizations for the leading men, background music and screenplay in the first half. On the flipside, the second half doesn’t offer an…
📰 Ratings Sources
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Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
No collection data available yet.
🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
| Run | Centers |
|---|---|
| 50 Days Centers | 77 |
| 100 Days Centers | 55 |
No awards data available.
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 35% |
| Negative | 25% |
Critics
The film received mixed to positive reviews praising Chiranjeevi's performance and technical aspects like cinematography, while critiquing the predictable plot and pacing.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Master release in theatres?▾
Master released on 3 October 1997 (1997).
Is Master a hit or flop?▾
Master is declared a BLOCKBUSTER at the box office.
Where to watch Master online? OTT release date?▾
Master OTT release date not announced yet.
Who directed Master?▾
Master directed by Suresh Krissna. Produced by Allu Aravind.
Who are the main cast members of Master?▾
Master stars Chiranjeevi, Sakshi Shivananda, Puneet Issar.
What is the Tollybo rating for Master?▾
Tollybo rates Master 3.25/5. Verdict: BLOCKBUSTER.
What is the genre and runtime of Master?▾
Master — Genre: Action, Drama, Runtime: 126 minutes, Language: Telugu.