Last updated: 9 May 2026

Telugu · Action, Drama
2h 6m · 3 Oct 1997
DOP: Chota K. Naidu | Writer: Posani Krishna Murali
Ratings
Our Rating
3.25
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
Suresh Krissna delivers a commercial entertainer with a focus on mass appeal, balancing action and drama effectively though the narrative lacks freshness.
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| Run | Centers |
|---|---|
| 50 Days Centers | 77 |
| 100 Days Centers | 55 |
No awards data available.
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 35% |
| Negative | 25% |
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
Master released on 3 October 1997 (1997).
Master is declared a BLOCKBUSTER at the box office.
Master OTT release date not announced yet.
Master directed by Suresh Krissna. Produced by Allu Aravind.
Master stars Chiranjeevi, Sakshi Shivananda, Puneet Issar.
Tollybo rates Master 3.25/5. Verdict: BLOCKBUSTER.
Master — Genre: Action, Drama, Runtime: 126 minutes, Language: Telugu.