Last updated: 10 Jul 2026
Telugu · Action, Drama
0 · 12 Aug 2023
Music: B. Akeeva | DOP: Pavan Kumar Pappula | Writer: Phanideep
Ratings
Our Rating
1.5
Ustaad is a Telugu-language drama that revolves around the life of a young man navigating complex relationships and personal challenges. The narrative explores themes of love, ambition, and redemption as the protagonist strives to overcome obstacles in his journey.
Sri Simha: Strong and convincing portrayal of the protagonist with emotional depth.
Kavya Kalyanram: Effective and engaging, providing good chemistry with the lead.
Anu Hasan: Solid supporting role with nuanced expressions.
Phanideep: Adequate performance fitting the character's requirements.
Sri Simha: Brief but impactful presence.
Kavya Kalyanram: Competent in a supporting role.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Phanideep delivers a heartfelt narrative with a focus on character-driven storytelling. The direction maintains emotional engagement despite some pacing lapses. Writing is straightforward but lacks novelty in plot development.
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 35% |
| Negative | 25% |
Critics appreciated the earnest performances and technical finesse, particularly the music and cinematography. However, the film was noted for its predictable storyline and uneven pacing, which affected overall engagement.
Final Box-Office Result
Ustaad released on 12 August 2023 (2023).
Ustaad is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Ustaad is available on Prime Video from 1 September 2023.
Ustaad directed by Phanideep. Produced by Sai Korrapati, Himank Reddy Duvvuru, P. Rakesh Reddy, Rajani Korrapati.
Ustaad stars Sri Simha, Kavya Kalyanram, Anu Hasan.
Tollybo rates Ustaad 1.5/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Music for Ustaad composed by B. Akeeva.
Ustaad — Genre: Action, Drama, Language: Telugu.
