Last updated: 21 Jun 2026
Telugu · Comedy, Romance, Drama
2h 21m · 19 Mar 2026
Music: G. V. Prakash Kumar | DOP: Viki | Writer: Ken Karunaas
Ratings
Our Rating
2.75
The story follows Praveen, a 15-year-old middle-class boy who barely scrapes through his 10th board exams. Transitioning into the 11th standard, he navigates the typical hurdles of adolescence, including a series of crushes, breakups, and academic pressures. The narrative explores his evolving relationship with his protective father, who runs a bakery, and his indulgent mother, ultimately focusing on his journey of self-discovery and the emotional weight of adulthood.
Ken Karunas: Delivers a confident debut as both lead and director; excels in comedic timing and the emotional final act.
Suraj Venjaramoodu: Provides a grounded performance as the father, balancing dry humor with poignant parental concern.
Devadarshini: Effective as the indulgent mother, sharing natural chemistry with the lead.
Anishma Anilkumar: Good screen presence and performance, though noted as looking slightly older than the character's age.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Ken Karunas makes a commendable debut, showing a knack for handling both humor and heavy emotions. While his writing follows a familiar template, his execution of the climax shows a maturity beyond his years.
| Source | Rating |
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| 2.50 / 5 | |
| 2.75 / 5 | |
| 2.50 / 5 |
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | The emotional climax and relatable family scenes received high praise from the audience. |
| Neutral | The music and performances were seen as standard but effective for the genre. |
| Negative | Criticism was directed at the predictable story and the excessive number of songs. |
Critics appreciated the film's emotional core and Ken Karunas's multi-tasking efforts but pointed out the lack of freshness in the plot. It was largely described as a 'routine but watchable' entertainer that connects well with the younger demographic.
Final Box-Office Result
Youth released on 19 March 2026 (2026).
Youth is declared a SUPER HIT at the box office.
Budget of Youth is approximately ₹752800 Crore.
Youth is available on Netflix from 15 April 2026.
Youth directed by Ken Karunaas. Produced by Karuppiah C Ram, Sulochana Kumar.
Youth stars Ken Karunaas, Anishma Anilkumar, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Devadarshini, Meenakshi Dinesh.
Tollybo rates Youth 2.75/5. Verdict: SUPER HIT.
Music for Youth composed by G. V. Prakash Kumar.
Youth — Genre: Comedy, Romance, Drama, Runtime: 141 minutes, Language: Telugu.
