Last updated: 5 May 2026
Shaakuntalam
Telugu · Drama, Fantasy, Romance
2h 29m · 14 Apr 2023
Music: Mani Sharma | DOP: Sekhar V. Joseph | Writer: Sai Madhav Burra, Gunasekhar, Naresh Namdev
Ratings
Our Rating
2
Shaakuntalam is a mythological romantic drama based on the classical Sanskrit play 'Abhijnanashakuntalam' by Kalidasa. It narrates the love story of Shakuntala, a forest-dwelling maiden, and King Dushyanta, their separation due to a curse, and eventual reunion, highlighting themes of love, destiny, and sacrifice.
Samantha Ruth Prabhu: Graceful and emotive portrayal of Shakuntala, capturing innocence and strength.
Dev Mohan: Earnest and regal as King Dushyanta, though somewhat restrained.
Aditi Balan: Supportive role with subtle impact.
Gunasekhar: Effective in her role, adding depth to the narrative.
Samantha Ruth Prabhu: Commanding presence as a pivotal character.
Dev Mohan: Strong and dignified performance.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Gunasekhar's direction is ambitious with a focus on grandeur and visual spectacle, but the storytelling suffers from uneven pacing and lacks the emotional connect required for a mythological romance.
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 30% |
| Neutral | 40% |
| Negative | 30% |
Critics praised the film's visual appeal and Samantha's performance but criticized the screenplay and pacing. The movie received mixed to average reviews, with appreciation for technical aspects but disappointment in narrative execution.
Final Box-Office Result
Shaakuntalam released on 14 April 2023 (2023).
Shaakuntalam is declared a FLOP at the box office.
Shaakuntalam is available on Prime Video from 10 May 2023.
Shaakuntalam directed by Gunasekhar. Produced by Dil Raju, Neelima Guna, Gunasekhar.
Shaakuntalam stars Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Dev Mohan, Aditi Balan.
Tollybo rates Shaakuntalam 2/5. Verdict: FLOP.
Music for Shaakuntalam composed by Mani Sharma.
Shaakuntalam — Genre: Drama, Fantasy, Romance, Runtime: 149 minutes, Language: Telugu.
