Music Shop Murthy (2024) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
Last updated: 10 Jul 2026
Music Shop Murthy (2024) Review
Music Shop Murthy (2024) — a Telugu music film directed by Siva Paladugu. Starring Ajay Ghosh, Chandini Chowdary, Aamani. Murthy, a man in his early 50s passionate about music, runs a music shop, faces pressure from his family to close the shop due to its lack of profitability. After a chance meeting with Anjana, Murthy delves into the challenging and exciting process of becoming a DJ and ventures to Hyderabad to achie... Our Rating: 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER. Released: 14 Jun 2024. Runtime: 2h 7m.
Music Shop Murthy(2024)
Telugu · Music
2h 7m · 14 Jun 2024
Music: R. Pavan | DOP: Sreenivas Bejugam | Writer: Siva Paladugu
Ratings
Our Rating
1.75
📖 Story
Music Shop Murthy is a Telugu drama centered around Murthy, a passionate music shop owner whose life intertwines with various characters, exploring themes of love, ambition, and the transformative power of music in a small-town setting.
Ajay Ghosh: Strong and convincing portrayal of Murthy, bringing depth to the character.
Chandini Chowdary: Natural and engaging, providing emotional balance to the narrative.
Aamani: Graceful and impactful in her supporting role.
Siva Paladugu: Solid performance adding authenticity.
Ajay Ghosh: Effective in comic and dramatic scenes.
Chandini Chowdary: Supportive role executed well.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Strong performances by lead cast
- ✓Engaging music score by R. Pavan
- ✓Authentic cinematography capturing small-town vibe
- ✓Emotional storytelling with relatable themes
Weaknesses
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Predictable plot developments
- ✕Some supporting characters underutilized
🎬 Direction & Writing
Siva Paladugu delivers a heartfelt narrative with a focus on character-driven storytelling, though the screenplay occasionally suffers from pacing inconsistencies.
- - Music by R. Pavan
- - Cinematography by Sreenivas Bejugam
- - Editing and sound design complement the mood
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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
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😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 45% |
| Neutral | 35% |
| Negative | 20% |
Critics
Critics appreciated the earnest performances and music but pointed out the film's predictable storyline and uneven pacing. Overall, it was seen as a decent entertainer with emotional moments.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Music Shop Murthy release in theatres?▾
Music Shop Murthy released on 14 June 2024 (2024).
Is Music Shop Murthy a hit or flop?▾
Music Shop Murthy is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Where to watch Music Shop Murthy online? OTT release date?▾
Music Shop Murthy is available on Prime Video, ETV Win from 16 July 2024.
Who directed Music Shop Murthy?▾
Music Shop Murthy directed by Siva Paladugu. Produced by Harsha Garapati, Ranga Rao Garapati.
Who are the main cast members of Music Shop Murthy?▾
Music Shop Murthy stars Ajay Ghosh, Chandini Chowdary, Aamani.
What is the Tollybo rating for Music Shop Murthy?▾
Tollybo rates Music Shop Murthy 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Who composed the music for Music Shop Murthy?▾
Music for Music Shop Murthy composed by R. Pavan.
What is the genre and runtime of Music Shop Murthy?▾
Music Shop Murthy — Genre: Music, Runtime: 127 minutes, Language: Telugu.