Last updated: 5 May 2026
Telugu · Romance
2h 5m · 30 Aug 2018
DOP: Soundararajan | Writer: Sampath Nandi
Ratings
Our Rating
2
Paper Boy is a romantic drama that revolves around the life of a young man who delivers newspapers and his journey through love, relationships, and self-discovery. The narrative explores themes of youthful innocence and emotional growth set against a small-town backdrop.
Santosh Shoban: Natural and earnest portrayal of the protagonist, effectively conveying youthful emotions.
Riya Suman: Subtle and sincere performance, complementing the lead well.
Tanya Hope: Adequate screen presence with a decent supporting role.
Strengths
Weaknesses
V. JayaShankarr delivers a simple and heartfelt narrative with a focus on character emotions, though the screenplay lacks tightness and momentum in parts.
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 30% |
| Neutral | 40% |
| Negative | 30% |
Critics appreciated the film's earnest attempt at a youthful romantic drama and the performances of the lead actors. However, many pointed out the slow pace and lack of engaging conflict as major drawbacks.
Final Box-Office Result
Paper Boy released on 30 August 2018 (2018).
Paper Boy is declared a FLOP at the box office.
Paper Boy is available on MX Player. OTT date will be updated soon.
Paper Boy directed by V. JayaShankarr. Produced by Sampath Nandi.
Paper Boy stars Santosh Shoban, Riya Suman, Tanya Hope.
Tollybo rates Paper Boy 2/5. Verdict: FLOP.
Paper Boy — Genre: Romance, Runtime: 125 minutes, Language: Telugu.
