Last updated: 24 Mar 2026
Telugu · Drama, Family
1h 49m · 24 Jan 2014
Writer: N.V.B. Choudary, Mahesh Kathi, Ayodhyakumar Krishnamsetty
Ratings
Our Rating
1.75
Minugurulu is a socially relevant Telugu drama that revolves around the lives of visually challenged children in a residential school. The film highlights their struggles, aspirations, and the harsh realities they face, while also portraying their courage and determination to overcome societal barriers.
Deepak Saroj: Convincing portrayal of a visually impaired child with emotional depth.
Suhasini Maniratnam: Strong and empathetic performance as a compassionate teacher.
Ashish Vidhyarthi: Effective in a supporting role, adding gravitas to the narrative.
Kumar Krishnamsetty: Memorable character portrayal with nuanced acting.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Kumar Krishnamsetty delivers a heartfelt and sensitive direction, focusing on realism and emotional impact. The writing is grounded and avoids melodrama, effectively conveying the film's social message.
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| Award | Category | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| National Film Award | Best Feature Film in Telugu | Recognized for its social relevance and storytelling |
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 70% |
| Neutral | 20% |
| Negative | 10% |
Critics praised Minugurulu for its sincere storytelling and impactful performances. The film was lauded for raising awareness about the visually impaired community with dignity and sensitivity. However, some noted that the film's pacing could have been tighter.
Final Box-Office Result
Minugurulu released on 24 January 2014 (2014).
Minugurulu is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Minugurulu OTT release date not announced yet.
Minugurulu directed by Kumar Krishnamsetty.
Minugurulu stars Deepak Saroj, Suhasini Maniratnam, Ashish Vidhyarthi.
Tollybo rates Minugurulu 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Minugurulu — Genre: Drama, Family, Runtime: 109 minutes, Language: Telugu.
