Last updated: 24 Mar 2026
Telugu · Comedy, Drama
2h 16m · 27 May 2021
DOP: Gokul Bharathi | Writer: Merlapaka Gandhi
Ratings
Our Rating
1.75
One Small Story is a Telugu drama that revolves around the lives of ordinary people and their small yet impactful stories. It explores human emotions, relationships, and the subtle nuances of everyday life through interconnected narratives.
Santosh Shoban: Natural and convincing portrayal of a relatable protagonist.
Kavya Thapar: Effective in conveying emotional depth with subtle expressions.
Shraddha Das: Supportive role with adequate screen presence.
Karthik Rapolu: Adds authenticity and comic relief.
Santosh Shoban: Strong supporting performance.
Kavya Thapar: Provides light-hearted moments with his comedic timing.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Karthik Rapolu delivers a sincere and heartfelt narrative focusing on small moments that define human relationships. The direction is subtle and restrained, emphasizing realism over melodrama.
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 35% |
| Negative | 25% |
Critics appreciated the film's realistic portrayal of everyday life and the performances, especially by Santosh Shoban. However, some noted the slow pacing and lack of a compelling musical score as drawbacks.
Final Box-Office Result
One Small Story released on 27 May 2021 (2021).
One Small Story is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
One Small Story is available on Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads from 27 May 2021.
One Small Story directed by Karthik Rapolu. Produced by Pramod Uppalapati, Vamsi Krishna Reddy.
One Small Story stars Santosh Shoban, Kavya Thapar, Shraddha Das.
Tollybo rates One Small Story 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
One Small Story — Genre: Comedy, Drama, Runtime: 136 minutes, Language: Telugu.
