Last updated: 5 May 2026
Telugu · Action, Drama
2h 24m · 5 Dec 2013
Writer: Patrikeya
Ratings
Our Rating
2.5
Paisa is a Telugu thriller that revolves around the theme of money and its impact on human relationships. The story follows the protagonist as he navigates through various challenges and moral dilemmas related to wealth, greed, and survival in a complex socio-economic environment.
Nani: Convincing and natural portrayal of a man caught in the web of money and morality.
Catherine Tresa: Offers a decent performance with limited scope.
Siddhika Sharma: Adequate supporting role.
Pasupuleti Krishna Vamsi: Strong and impactful as a negative character.
Nani: Supportive role with good screen presence.
Catherine Tresa: Minor role with effective contribution.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Pasupuleti Krishna Vamsi delivers a focused narrative with an intent to highlight the dark side of money. However, the direction suffers due to inconsistent pacing and lack of technical finesse, which affects the overall impact.
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 35% |
| Negative | 25% |
Critics appreciated the film's core theme and Nani's performance but pointed out flaws in pacing and technical execution. The movie received mixed to average reviews overall.
Final Box-Office Result
Paisa released on 5 December 2013 (2013).
Paisa is declared a BELOW AVERAGE at the box office.
Budget of Paisa is approximately ₹1 Crore.
Paisa is available on Vi Movies and TV, Apple TV+. OTT date will be updated soon.
Paisa directed by Pasupuleti Krishna Vamsi.
Paisa stars Nani, Catherine Tresa, Siddhika Sharma.
Tollybo rates Paisa 2.5/5. Verdict: BELOW AVERAGE.
Paisa — Genre: Action, Drama, Runtime: 144 minutes, Language: Telugu.
