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| Directed by | J S S Vardhan |
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| Written by | RV Subramanyamm |
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| Music by | Vijai Bulganin |
| Cinematography | Shrie Saikumaar Daara |
| Edited by | S. B. Uddhav |
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Running time | 139 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Telugu |
Beauty is a 2025 Indian Telugu-language romantic drama film directed by J S S Vardhan.[1] It stars Ankith Koyya, Nilakhi Patra and Naresh in important roles.[2]
The film was released on 19 September 2025.[3]
Plot[edit | edit source]
The film depicts the romance between Alekhya (Nilakhi), a college student, and Arjun (Ankith), a pet trainer. Alekhya’s sudden disappearance prompts her family to search for her, leaving her father, Narayan (Naresh), emotionally shaken. The narrative examines the evolving search and its emphasis on faith, relationships, and paternal affection.
Cast[edit | edit source]
- Ankith Koyya as Arjun
- Nilakhi Patra as Alekhya
- Naresh as Narayana, Alekhya's father
- Vasuki Anand as Janaki, Alekhya's mother
- Prasad Behara
- Nithin Prasanna as CI Imran
- Murali Goud
- Nanda Gopal
- Nagendra Medida
Music[edit | edit source]
The background score and soundtrack were composed by Vijai Bulganin.[4]
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Singer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "Kannamma" | Sanare | Adithya RK, Lakshmi Meghana | 5:34 |
| 2. | "Pretty Pretty" | Purna Chari | P V N S Rohit | 4:39 |
| 3. | "Nuvu Leni Nenu" | Dev | Ritesh G Rao | 3:30 |
| 4. | "Nenevare Nenevare" | Sanare | Dhanunjay Seepana | 3:19 |
Release[edit | edit source]
Theatrical release[edit | edit source]
Beauty was released on 19 September 2025.[5]
Home media[edit | edit source]
The digital streaming rights of Beauty were acquired by ZEE5. Following its theatrical run, the film premiered on the platform on 2 January 2026.[6][7]
Reception[edit | edit source]
Sangeetha Devi Dundoo of The Hindu opined that the casting strengthened the film and praised the performances of Ankith Koyya and Nilakhi Patra.[8] Echoing the same, Shreya Varanasi of The Times of India rated it 3 out of 5 and stated, "Beauty is a watchable drama that balances youthful romance with parental love".[9] BH Harsh of Cinema Express rated it 2 out of 5 and was critical towards story and screenplay while appreciating Ankith Koyya's performance.[10]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ "Naga Chaitanya Unveils The Trailer For Maruthi's Film, Beauty". Zoom TV. Retrieved 23 September 2025.
- ↑ Harsh, B. H. (15 February 2025). "Beauty teaser: Two young lovers meet under unlikely circumstances in the upcoming youthful romance". Cinema Express. Retrieved 23 September 2025.
- ↑ Harsh, B. H. (30 August 2025). "Ankith Koyya: Beauty is a unique triangular love story". Cinema Express. Retrieved 23 September 2025.
- ↑ ABN (8 April 2025). "Beauty Telugu Movie: ఆకట్టుకునే కన్నమ్మ | Beauty Telugu Movie Kannamma Song Release 2025". Chitrajyothy Telugu News (in తెలుగు). Retrieved 23 September 2025.
- ↑ "Beauty Trailer Out: Ankit Koyya's film is a tale of love, family, and shocking twists". www.ottplay.com. Retrieved 26 January 2026.
- ↑ "Beauty Trailer Out: Ankit Koyya's film is a tale of love, family, and shocking twists". OTTPlay. Retrieved 26 January 2026.
- ↑ "Beauty Set for Exclusive Digital Premiere on ZEE5 Telugu on January 2". Telugu Times. 30 December 2025. Retrieved 26 January 2026.
- ↑ Dundoo, Sangeetha Devi (19 September 2025). "'Beauty' movie review: A relevant tale of relationships led by Ankith Koyya, VK Naresh, and Nilakhi Patra". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 23 September 2025.
- ↑ "Beauty Movie Review: Talented cast makes this mundane romantic drama watchable". The Times of India. Retrieved 23 September 2025.
- ↑ Harsh, B. H. (19 September 2025). "Beauty Movie Review: A topsy-turvy drama that settles for a familiar message". Cinema Express. Retrieved 23 September 2025.