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Mahanati movie review: what critics say (12)

What critics say Critics are mostly positive with reservations: 7 of 11 rated critics gave it 3.5 or more.

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The Week · Rahul Devulapalli

One of the most challenging movies to be made in the recent times has to be Mahanati. Released in Tamil and Telugu, the biopic on the legendary actress, Telugu-born Savitri, raised a lot of expectations.

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Mathrubhumi · Akshara K. V.

Every life is a textbook. The lessons learnt from the experiences and ordeals in one’s lifetime are conveyed to the coming generations. When it is the life of celebrities, then its relevance and significance go up.

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India Today · Janani K

Watching legendary actress Savitri's personal and professional life unfold on screen is the most surreal experience. And director Nag Ashwin's effective portrayal of the actress's life is just the perfect ode to her achievements.

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The Indian Express · Manoj Kumar R

Mahanati movie cast: Dulquer Salmaan, Keerthy Suresh, Samantha Akkineni, Vijay Deverakonda Mahanati movie director: Nag Ashwin Mahanati rating: 4 stars

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Deccan Chronicle · Suresh Kavirayani

The biopic based on the life of legendary actress Savitri has been one of the most eagerly awaited movies of the year.

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The News Minute · Krishna Sripada

A stammering reporter, Madhuravani (Samantha), a BA gold medallist in journalism battling her own ghosts, is looking for her first big break in journalism.

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What we know

Mahanati depicts the life and career of one of Telugu cinema's greatest and most iconic starlets, the first Indian female super star, Savitri.

Trailer

National Film Awards: 66th National Film Awards: Best Actress · 66th National Film Awards: Best Costume Design · 66th National Film Awards: Best Feature Film in Telugu

Box office

Day-wise India net starts on 11 May 2018. Advance booking and every day's figure are on the box office page.

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Questions

Is Mahanati worth watching?

Critics rate it very good: 3.6 out of 5, with 11 of 11 critics recommending it.

When did Mahanati release?

11 May 2018.

Who is in the cast of Mahanati?

Keerthy Suresh, Dulquer Salmaan, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Vijay Deverakonda, Prakash Raj, Shalini Pandey, Mohan Babu, Krish Jagarlamudi.

Who directs Mahanati?

Nag Ashwin.

What do critics say about Mahanati?

12 critic reviews are on this page, with a Critic Score of 3.6 out of 5. Each one shows the critic, a short excerpt and a link to the full review.