Last updated: 5 May 2026
Telugu · Comedy, Drama, Romance
2h 4m · 29 Jul 2016
Music: Vivek Sagar | DOP: Nagesh Bannel | Writer: Tharun Bhascker
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3.5
Pelli Choopulu is a coming-of-age romantic comedy that revolves around two young individuals, Prashanth and Chitra, who meet during a matchmaking meeting (pelli choopulu). Both have their own ambitions and dreams, and through a series of events involving a failed cooking venture, they discover their true passions and develop a relationship based on mutual respect and understanding.
Ritu Varma: Natural and charming portrayal of Chitra, bringing freshness and relatability to the character.
Vijay Deverakonda: Energetic and convincing as Prashanth, delivering a nuanced performance balancing humor and emotion.
Priyadarshi Pullikonda: Provides effective comic relief with a memorable supporting role.
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Tharun Bhascker delivers a confident and fresh directorial debut with a well-crafted narrative that blends humor and romance seamlessly, capturing the nuances of modern relationships and aspirations.
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| Award | Category | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| National Film Award | Best Feature Film in Telugu | Received critical acclaim and national recognition |
| Filmfare Awards South | Best Film - Telugu | Won for its innovative storytelling and production |
| Filmfare Awards South | Best Debut Director | Tharun Bhascker honored for his direction |
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 75% |
| Neutral | 20% |
| Negative | 5% |
Critics widely praised Pelli Choopulu for its refreshing narrative, engaging performances, and realistic portrayal of contemporary youth. The film was noted for its natural humor and relatable characters, establishing it as a standout in Telugu cinema.
Final Box-Office Result
Pelli Choopulu released on 29 July 2016 (2016).
Pelli Choopulu is declared a BLOCKBUSTER at the box office.
Budget of Pelli Choopulu is approximately ₹200000 Crore.
Pelli Choopulu is available on MX Player. OTT date will be updated soon.
Pelli Choopulu directed by Tharun Bhascker. Produced by Raj Kandukuri, Yash Rangineni.
Pelli Choopulu stars Ritu Varma, Vijay Deverakonda, Priyadarshi Pullikonda.
Tollybo rates Pelli Choopulu 3.5/5. Verdict: BLOCKBUSTER.
Music for Pelli Choopulu composed by Vivek Sagar.
Pelli Choopulu — Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance, Runtime: 124 minutes, Language: Telugu.
