Transfer Trimurthulu (2026) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
Last updated: 18 Jul 2026

Transfer Trimurthulu(2026)
Telugu · Action, Thriller
2h 33m · 19 Jun 2026
Music: Kalyan Nayak | DOP: Karthik Sujatha Saikumar | Writer: Kamal Teja Narla
Ratings
Our Rating
1.75
📖 Story
Trimurthulu is an exceptionally honest police constable who undergoes 55 transfers across his 10-year career due to his unyielding uprightness. Eventually transferred to a station near Araku, he stumbles upon an old, buried investigative file originally handled by his late father, a former sincere police officer. The file concerns Priyamma, a tribal girl who was brutally assaulted by a politically influential youth named Santosh Babu, but the case was covered up by corrupt higher officials, resulting in his father's tragic demise. Trimurthulu risks everything to reopen the investigation and bring justice to the victim, ultimately taking on the powerful Chief Minister Kamala Devi and her son.
The movie introduces an interesting and socially relevant premise centered on the vulnerabilities and power of a low-ranking police constable fighting the state's highest political order. Director Kamal Teja Narla attempts a nostalgic comeback vehicle for veteran actor Vadde Naveen, but the execution significantly stumbles due to an over-reliance on standard commercial templates. The serious nature of a sensitive crime investigation is routinely diluted by forced commercial ingredients, making the core narrative feel detached from reality.
The first half of the film moves at a sluggish pace, spending an excessive amount of time establishing the protagonist's recurring transfers and domestic life before reaching the actual conflict at the interval. While the cinematic liberties taken during the confrontation scenes offer minor theatrical high points, they cross into far-fetched territory, eroding the script's authenticity. The pacing drops considerably in the second half as the screenplay follows a highly predictable trajectory that lacks genuine investigative depth.
Kalyan Nayak's musical score feels functional but fails to deliver any memorable tracks, with the placement of the songs occasionally interrupting the dramatic flow. The background score provides decent structural support during elevated action sequences but often becomes overbearing during the conversational parts. Overall, the technical choices reflect decent production values, but they cannot save a script that feels decades old in its structure.
Vadde Naveen: Delivers an earnest performance as the upright constable Trimurthulu, showing good emotional intensity in his comeback role, though his screen presence occasionally lacks the ease of his yesteryear classics during heavily stylized action sequences.
Raashi Singh: Plays the protagonist's supportive wife efficiently, managing to bring emotional warmth to her limited screen time and standard commercial musical numbers.
Shilpa Tulaskar: Portrays the calculating and ruthless Chief Minister Kamala Devi with commendable dignity and sharp screen presence, making her a formidable antagonist.
Vivek Raghuvanshi: Plays the arrogant politician's son with the expected aggression, serving as a decent foil to the protagonist.
Raghu Babu: Provides routine comedic relief and standard supporting presence that helps ease the heavy dramatic tone in a few scenes.
Sivannarayana Naripeddi: Appears in a specialized legal and conversational track during the climax, handling his dialogue-heavy courtroom presence well.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Honest and socially relevant core plot regarding a low-ranking constable's fight for justice
- ✓Earnest performance and dedicated comeback effort by veteran actor Vadde Naveen
- ✓Commendable production values with uncompromised grand visuals
Weaknesses
- ✕Highly predictable and outdated screenplay structure that relies on old commercial tropes
- ✕Sluggish first half pacing that takes too long to establish the core conflict
- ✕Excessive cinematic liberties that compromise the realistic tone of the investigative narrative
- ✕Weak and uninspiring court drama during the final climax
🎬 Direction & Writing
Director Kamal Teja Narla selects a well-intentioned conceptual core but falters drastically in the execution phase. Instead of treating the sensitive investigative thriller with a realistic or gripping narrative approach, the writing shifts toward outdated commercial hero-elevation formulas. The pacing is poorly managed, causing the narrative tension to evaporate well before the predictable courtroom conclusion.
- - Adequate cinematography by Karthik Sujatha Saikumar capturing the Araku landscapes effectively
- - Rich production values showing heavy investment in fight choreography and sets
- - Functional editing by Vijay Mukthavarapu, though it could have been crisper in the first half
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😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 25% |
| Neutral | 35% |
| Negative | 40% |
Critics
The general response from critics and the early public premiere highlighted a mixed-to-negative reception. While long-time viewers appreciated Vadde Naveen's sincere return to the silver screen and praised the initial premise, the overwhelming sentiment criticized the outdated narration, sluggish screenplay, and lack of real thrills.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Transfer Trimurthulu release in theatres?▾
Transfer Trimurthulu released on 19 June 2026 (2026).
Is Transfer Trimurthulu a hit or flop?▾
Transfer Trimurthulu is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Where to watch Transfer Trimurthulu online? OTT release date?▾
Transfer Trimurthulu is available on ZEE5 from 16 July 2026.
Who directed Transfer Trimurthulu?▾
Transfer Trimurthulu directed by Kamal Teja Narla. Produced by Vadde Naveen.
Who are the main cast members of Transfer Trimurthulu?▾
Transfer Trimurthulu stars Vadde Naveen, Raashi Singh, Shilpa Tulaskar, Vivek Raghuvanshi, Raghu Babu.
What is the Tollybo rating for Transfer Trimurthulu?▾
Tollybo rates Transfer Trimurthulu 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Who composed the music for Transfer Trimurthulu?▾
Music for Transfer Trimurthulu composed by Kalyan Nayak.
What is the genre and runtime of Transfer Trimurthulu?▾
Transfer Trimurthulu — Genre: Action, Thriller, Runtime: 153 minutes, Language: Telugu.
