Last updated: 5 May 2026
Telugu · Adventure, Comedy
2h 7m · 29 Nov 2013
Writer: Merlapaka Gandhi
Ratings
Our Rating
2.75
Venkatadri Express follows the journey of Venkatadri, a young man who is obsessed with punctuality and discipline. When he misses his train to his hometown, a series of comedic and chaotic events unfold as he tries to reach home in time for his sister's wedding, leading to family conflicts, misunderstandings, and ultimately reconciliation.
Sundeep Kishan: Energetic and charming portrayal of the disciplined yet relatable protagonist.
Rakul Preet Singh: Pleasant and engaging as the female lead, complementing the hero well.
Nagineedu Vellanki: Strong presence as the strict father, adding emotional depth.
Merlapaka Gandhi: Effective in a supporting comedic role.
Sundeep Kishan: Good comic timing, providing comic relief.
Rakul Preet Singh: Convincing in a supporting role.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Merlapaka Gandhi delivers a well-crafted family entertainer balancing humor and emotions effectively, with a tight screenplay and good narrative flow.
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 70% |
| Neutral | 20% |
| Negative | 10% |
Critics generally praised the film for its clean family entertainment, performances, and humor. The film was appreciated for its feel-good factor and relatable story, though some noted it lacked novelty.
Final Box-Office Result
Venkatadri Express released on 29 November 2013 (2013).
Venkatadri Express is declared a ABOVE AVERAGE at the box office.
Venkatadri Express is available on Sun NXT, Vi Movies and TV, MX Player from 31 March 2017.
Venkatadri Express directed by Merlapaka Gandhi.
Venkatadri Express stars Sundeep Kishan, Rakul Preet Singh, Nagineedu Vellanki.
Tollybo rates Venkatadri Express 2.75/5. Verdict: ABOVE AVERAGE.
Venkatadri Express — Genre: Adventure, Comedy, Runtime: 127 minutes, Language: Telugu.
