Nippulanti Manishi (1986) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
Last updated: 5 May 2026
Nippulanti Manishi (1986) Review
Nippulanti Manishi (1986) (Telugu action) — directed by S. B. Chakravarthy. Featuring Nandamuri Balakrishna, Radha, Sarath Babu. Vijay, an inspector, sets out to find his parents' murderers. With the help of a street-wise girl and a foe-turned-friend, he plans his revenge. Our Rating: 2.5/5. Verdict: BELOW AVERAGE. Produced by Sri Rajalakshmi Art Picture, Released: 7 Feb 1986. Runtime: 2h 10m.
Nippulanti Manishi(1986)
Telugu · Action
2h 10m · 7 Feb 1986
Writer: Satyanand Pydipalli
Ratings
Our Rating
2.5
📖 Story
Nippulanti Manishi is an action drama revolving around the protagonist who fights against injustice and corruption, seeking to restore peace and order. The story follows his struggles and triumphs as he confronts powerful adversaries.
Nandamuri Balakrishna: Powerful and charismatic, delivering a strong action hero persona.
Radha: Supportive and engaging, complementing the lead effectively.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Strong lead performance by Chiranjeevi
- ✓Engaging action sequences
- ✓Memorable music and background score
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable storyline
- ✕Some melodramatic moments
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
🎬 Direction & Writing
S. B. Chakravarthy's direction is competent with a focus on commercial elements, balancing action and drama effectively though lacking in narrative innovation.
📰 Critic Reviews
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 6.7 | |
| 0 | |
| 0 | |
| 10 | |
| 0 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
No collection data available yet.
🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
No centers data available.
No awards data available.
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 60% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 15% |
Critics
The film received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising Chiranjeevi's performance and the action sequences, while noting the conventional plot and some pacing flaws.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Nippulanti Manishi release in theatres?▾
Nippulanti Manishi released on 7 February 1986 (1986).
Is Nippulanti Manishi a hit or flop?▾
Nippulanti Manishi is declared a BELOW AVERAGE at the box office.
Where to watch Nippulanti Manishi online? OTT release date?▾
Nippulanti Manishi is available on Sun NXT, Eros Now, MX Player from 13 May 2017.
Who directed Nippulanti Manishi?▾
Nippulanti Manishi directed by S. B. Chakravarthy. Produced by Midde Rama Rao.
Who are the main cast members of Nippulanti Manishi?▾
Nippulanti Manishi stars Nandamuri Balakrishna, Radha, Sarath Babu.
What is the Tollybo rating for Nippulanti Manishi?▾
Tollybo rates Nippulanti Manishi 2.5/5. Verdict: BELOW AVERAGE.
What is the genre and runtime of Nippulanti Manishi?▾
Nippulanti Manishi — Genre: Action, Runtime: 130 minutes, Language: Telugu.