Last updated: 8 Apr 2026
This time it's not just entertainment.
Telugu · Action, Comedy, Drama
2h 31m · 15 Jan 2024
Music: Devi Sri Prasad, S. Thaman | DOP: Ayananka Bose | Writer: Harish Shankar
Ratings
Our Rating
2.25
Bhagat Singh, an aggressive and duty-bound cop, is transferred to a neglected police station where he must tackle a powerful local politician, Nalla Nagappa. While navigating his personal life involving a bubbly Shloka and an investigative journalist Leela, Bhagat uncovers a deeper conspiracy involving an assassination plot against his mentor, the Chief Minister, leading to an explosive showdown.
Pawan Kalyan: Drives the film with his unmatched swag and intense dialogue delivery. He is the sole reason the mass scenes land effectively.
Sreeleela: Good in dance sequences and brings high energy, but her character is written with very little substance.
Raashii Khanna: Delivers a sincere performance in a restricted role that lacks proper screen time or arc.
R. Parthiban: Plays a composed villain; while his presence is solid, the character writing doesn't make him a menacing threat.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Harish Shankar delivers a film tailored for the galleries, focusing on 'elevation' over 'execution.' His writing lacks the wit of his previous collaborations, making the film feel like a collection of scenes rather than a story.
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | Strong reception for Pawan Kalyan's performance and Thaman's BGM from the core fanbase. |
| Neutral | A segment of the audience found it to be a passable 'mass' film for the weekend. |
| Negative | Widespread criticism regarding the outdated story, poor editing, and lack of logic. |
Critics have largely criticized the film for its lack of freshness and repetitive commercial tropes. While fans praised the 'vintage PK' vibes, the general consensus points to a weak screenplay and disappointing first half.
Final Box-Office Result
Ustaad Bhagat Singh released on 15 January 2024 (2024).
Ustaad Bhagat Singh is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Budget of Ustaad Bhagat Singh is approximately ₹14000000 Crore.
Ustaad Bhagat Singh is available on Amazon Prime Video. OTT date will be updated soon.
Ustaad Bhagat Singh directed by Harish Shankar. Produced by Naveen Yerneni, Y. Ravi Shankar.
Ustaad Bhagat Singh stars Pawan Kalyan, Sreeleela, Raashii Khanna, R. Parthiban, Nawab Shah.
Tollybo rates Ustaad Bhagat Singh 2.25/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Music for Ustaad Bhagat Singh composed by Devi Sri Prasad, S. Thaman.
Ustaad Bhagat Singh — Genre: Action, Comedy, Drama, Runtime: 151 minutes, Language: Telugu.
