Last updated: 11 Apr 2026

Soul of Strange Love
Telugu · Romance
2h 36m · 23 May 2001
Music: S A Rajkumar | DOP: K. Prasad | Writer: V.R. Pratap
Ratings
Our Rating
2.25
Ninnu Choodalani is a romantic drama centered around the love story of the young protagonist played by N.T. Rama Rao Jr. and his love interest portrayed by Raveena Rajput. The narrative explores themes of love, family values, and emotional conflicts, set against a backdrop of traditional Telugu cultural elements.
N.T. Rama Rao Jr.: Energetic and promising debut performance showcasing his potential as a lead actor.
Raveena Rajput: Delivered a sincere and engaging portrayal of the female lead.
K. Viswanath: Provided strong support with his veteran presence.
V. R. Prathap: Effective in a character role adding depth to the story.
Strengths
Weaknesses
V. R. Prathap delivered a conventional romantic drama with emphasis on emotional storytelling and family values, though the narrative lacked freshness and innovation.
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 35% |
| Negative | 25% |
The film received mixed reviews from critics, who praised the debut performance of N.T. Rama Rao Jr. and the music but criticized the predictable plot and slow pacing. Audience reception was moderate, with appreciation mainly from fans of traditional romantic dramas.
Final Box-Office Result
Ninnu Choodalani released on 23 May 2001 (2001).
Ninnu Choodalani is declared a FLOP at the box office.
Budget of Ninnu Choodalani is approximately ₹77376 Crore.
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Ninnu Choodalani directed by V. R. Prathap. Produced by Ramoji Rao.
Ninnu Choodalani stars N.T. Rama Rao Jr., Raveena Rajput, K. Viswanath.
Tollybo rates Ninnu Choodalani 2.25/5. Verdict: FLOP.
Music for Ninnu Choodalani composed by S A Rajkumar.
Ninnu Choodalani — Genre: Romance, Runtime: 156 minutes, Language: Telugu.