Watch Andhra King Taluka Movie 2025
Movie Name : Andhra King Taluka
Release Date : Nov 27, 2025
Starring : Ram Pothineni, Upendra, Bhagyashri Borse, Rao Ramesh, Murali Sharma, Satya, Rahul Ramakrishna, VTV Ganesh, and others
Director : Mahesh Babu P
Producers : Naveen Yerneni, Y. Ravi Shankar
Music Director : Vivek & Mervin
Cinematographer : Siddhartha Nuni
Editor : Sreekar Prasad
‘Energetic Star’ Ram Pothineni’s latest film ‘Andhra King Taluka’ has created a strong buzz with its hit songs, well-cut trailer and aggressive promotions. Kannada superstar Upendra plays a key role while Kantha actress Bhagyashree Borse is playing the female lead. With a positive outlook ahead of its release, the film hit the theatres today and here is our take on how it fared. Bappam
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Story
In 2002, Surya (Upendra), hailed as the King of Andhra by his fans, starts his 100th film after nine consecutive flops. The shooting is halted due to financial problems and the team needs another Rs. 3 crore to complete it. No one comes forward to help. Surprisingly, the required amount appears in his account. When he searches for the source, he finds out that it was sent by a devoted fan named Sagar (Ram Pothineni) from a Lankan village called Godapalli in Andhra Pradesh, a village that lacks basic amenities like electricity and transportation. Who is Sagar? Why does he love Surya so much? How can a person with such little money support a star like Surya? What happens in the 100th film? How will Mahalakshmi (Bhagyashree Borse) fit into Sagar’s journey? Will Surya ever meet his fan? The answers complete the film.
Plus points
Ram Pothineni brings a controlled energy to Sagar. The character keeps him grounded and is in line with the honesty that fans usually show towards their favourite heroes. His performance carries emotional weight and many of his dialogues come across well.
Upendra gives a respectable performance as superstar Suriya.
Bhagyashree Borse acts well in her limited presence. Her scenes are clearly structured and she makes them count. The romantic track between her and Ram is nicely captured and helps balance the narrative. Murali Sharma, Rao Ramesh and Rahul Ramakrishna do a solid job and highlight the scenes they appear in.
The pre-climax and climax have emotional power and moments like Rao Ramesh drawing parallels between the Ramayana and the village situation stand out.
Minus Points
The film has an emotional undertone, but the pace of the narrative holds it back. Especially after the interval, when the narrative direction is already clear, the runtime drags the story. This is where the writing slows down and some scenes feel like they were added to move the film forward.
The emotional arc has potential, though several parts don’t rise to the required intensity. Sagar’s dedication is believable, but the scenes meant to heighten that emotion often fall flat. Strong build-up moments would have helped engage the audience.
After a promising setup, the first half starts to drag and some scenes feel predictable. The second half also falters at points and the momentum breaks. A sharper focus would have boosted the film significantly.
Technical Aspects
Director Mahesh Babu’s sincerity is evident. He sets out to show how far a fan can go for his favourite actor and how that journey highlights not only his life but also the lives around him. While the intention is strong, the execution falls short due to the stretched runtime and loosely shaped scenes. With tighter control, the emotional impact would have come across more convincingly.
Siddharth Nooni’s cinematography gives the film a great look. Vivek and Mervin’s music blends well with the story and the songs look visually pleasing. Editor Sreekar Prasad could have reduced the runtime by cutting out some unnecessary scenes in both the parts. The production values are solid and the team carefully recreates the atmosphere of the early 2000s. The flood scene in the climax is well handled.
Verdict
Overall, Andhra King Taluka is a good watch that honestly explores the depths of fan devotion. Ram Pothineni delivers a composed performance that will connect with many viewers. Upendra stands out in his limited role and Bhagyashree Borse makes her presence felt. The runtime and uneven pace slow the film down at some places, but most of the moments work well, especially for the film buffs. The film ultimately feels like a heartfelt tribute to the bond between a fan and his hero.
