Kairam Vaashi from The Hollywood Reporter reviews Andhra King Taluka, a dense yet beautifully crafted film directed by Mahesh Babu P. He describes it as a rare movie where every fan, hero, and cinema lover will see themselves on screen. The film follows Sagar P, played by Ram Pothineni, a die-hard devotee of superstar Andhra King Surya, portrayed by Upendra. Kairam praises the meta-layered narrative that explores fan devotion, a tender love story with Mahalakshmi played by Bhagyashri Borse, and the emotional depths of cinematic fandom. He notes that despite the complexity, Mahesh and his writing team masterfully tie up every detail, supported by Siddhartha Nuni and Avinash Kolla's immersive visuals that transport viewers to the mid-90s and early 2000s.
Kairam highlights the film's emotional core, particularly the pure-hearted protagonist Sagar and his unwavering bond with his father, played by Rao Ramesh. He commends the screenplay's effective use of flashbacks, the respectful portrayal of the heroine, and Vivek and Mervin's understated yet powerful background score. Kairam notes that Ram delivers a career-defining performance, returning to form after a perceived slump. He concludes that Andhra King Taluka is not just a biopic of a fan but an epic tribute to cinema itself—a film that equates a movie hall to a temple and rewards the very audience that sustains it.
