Simha Baludu (1978) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
Last updated: 26 Apr 2026
Simha Baludu (1978) Review
Simha Baludu (1978) is a Telugu fantasy, romance film directed by K Raghavendra Rao, starring N.T. Rama Rao, Vanisri, Rao Gopal Rao. Simha Baludu is a 1978 Indian Telugu-language swashbuckler film written and directed by K. Raghavendra Rao from a story by D. V. Narasa Raju. Our Rating: 3.75/5. Verdict: SUPER HIT. Released: 11 Aug 1978. Runtime: 2h 39m.
Simha Baludu(1978)
Telugu · Fantasy, Romance
2h 39m · 11 Aug 1978
Writer: Narasa Raju D.V., K. Raghavendra Rao
Ratings
Our Rating
3.75
📖 Story
Simha Baludu is an action drama revolving around a heroic protagonist who fights against injustice and corruption in his village, protecting the oppressed and restoring peace.
N.T. Rama Rao: Powerful and commanding presence as the heroic lead.
Vanisri: Strong and emotive performance as the female lead.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Strong lead performances
- ✓Engaging action sequences
- ✓Melodious music score
- ✓Effective portrayal of social themes
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable storyline
- ✕Some pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Lack of novelty in screenplay
🎬 Direction & Writing
K Raghavendra Rao delivers a commercially effective direction with a focus on mass appeal, blending action and drama with melodious music. The writing is conventional but caters well to the audience of the time.
📰 Critic Reviews
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
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| 8.1 | |
| 0 | |
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| 8.2 | |
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Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
No centers data available.
No awards data available.
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | Moderate appreciation for performances and music |
| Neutral | General acceptance of conventional storyline |
| Negative | Criticism for lack of originality and pacing |
Critics
No numeric critic ratings available from the specified sources for this movie.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Simha Baludu release in theatres?▾
Simha Baludu released on 11 August 1978 (1978).
Is Simha Baludu a hit or flop?▾
Simha Baludu is declared a SUPER HIT at the box office.
Where to watch Simha Baludu online? OTT release date?▾
Simha Baludu is available on ETV Win, Vi Movies and TV, MX Player. OTT date will be updated soon.
Who directed Simha Baludu?▾
Simha Baludu directed by K Raghavendra Rao.
Who are the main cast members of Simha Baludu?▾
Simha Baludu stars N.T. Rama Rao, Vanisri, Rao Gopal Rao.
What is the Tollybo rating for Simha Baludu?▾
Tollybo rates Simha Baludu 3.75/5. Verdict: SUPER HIT.
What is the genre and runtime of Simha Baludu?▾
Simha Baludu — Genre: Fantasy, Romance, Runtime: 159 minutes, Language: Telugu.