Ramu (1987) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
Last updated: 26 Mar 2026
Ramu (1987) Review
Ramu (1987) — a Telugu n/a movie directed by Y Nageswara Rao, D. Rama Naidu. The cast includes Nandamuri Balakrishna, Rajani, Kaikala Satyanarayana. Ramu (Nandamuri Balakrishna) is an orphan whom Lawyer Raghava Rao (Jaggayya) and Gayatri Devi (Sharada) had adopted and treated like a son, as one of their four children. Ramu was very sensible and loved his parents a lot, he could do anything for his parents. Once Ramu meets Sita (Rajani), who is t... Our Rating: 3/5. Verdict: ABOVE AVERAGE. Released: 13 Jul 1987. Runtime: 2h 13m.
Ramu(1987)
Telugu · N/A
2h 13m · 13 Jul 1987
Writer: N/A
Ratings
Our Rating
3
📖 Story
Ramu is a Telugu drama centered around the life of a young boy named Ramu, who faces various challenges and hardships. The narrative explores themes of family, resilience, and social values as Ramu navigates through his struggles with the support of his loved ones.
Nandamuri Balakrishna: Strong and emotive portrayal of the protagonist, bringing depth to the character.
Rajani: Supportive role with a convincing and heartfelt performance.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Emotional storytelling
- ✓Strong lead performance
- ✓Engaging family drama
- ✓Effective direction
Weaknesses
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Some melodramatic moments
🎬 Direction & Writing
Y Nageswara Rao, D. Rama Naidu delivers a heartfelt narrative with a focus on emotional depth and family values, though the screenplay occasionally suffers from pacing inconsistencies.
📰 Critic Reviews
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 7.9 | |
| 0 | |
| 0 | |
| 10 | |
| 7.5 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
No collection data available yet.
🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
| Run | Centers |
|---|---|
| 100 Days Centers | 1 |
No awards data available.
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 60% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 15% |
Critics
Critics appreciated the emotional core and performances, particularly praising Balakrishna's role. However, some noted the film's melodramatic tendencies and uneven pacing.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Ramu release in theatres?▾
Ramu released on 13 July 1987 (1987).
Is Ramu a hit or flop?▾
Ramu is declared a ABOVE AVERAGE at the box office.
Where to watch Ramu online? OTT release date?▾
Ramu OTT release date not announced yet.
Who directed Ramu?▾
Ramu directed by Y Nageswara Rao, D. Rama Naidu. Produced by D. Rama Naidu.
Who are the main cast members of Ramu?▾
Ramu stars Nandamuri Balakrishna, Rajani, Kaikala Satyanarayana.
What is the Tollybo rating for Ramu?▾
Tollybo rates Ramu 3/5. Verdict: ABOVE AVERAGE.
What is the genre and runtime of Ramu?▾
Ramu — Genre: N/A, Runtime: 133 minutes, Language: Telugu.