Ugly Story is 2026 Indian Telugu-language psychological thriller film written and directed by Pranava Swaroop. The film features Nandu and Avika Gor in lead roles. The film follows the story of a man who harbours a toxic, lifelong obsession for his wife.
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| Directed by | Pranava Swaroop |
| Written by | Pranava Swaroop |
| Produced by | Bekkam Venugopal |
| Starring | |
| Cinematography | Shrie Saikumaar Daara |
| Edited by | Mithun Soma |
| Music by | Shravan Bharadwaj |
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Running time | 123 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Telugu |
Cast
edit- Nandu as Karthik
- Avika Gor as Neha
- Sivaji Raja
Release
editUgly Story was released theatrically on 22 May 2026. On 5 June 2026, the film was digitally released on Prime video, JioHotstar and Aha.[1]
Reception
editA critic from The Times of India rated the film 2 stars out of 5 and wrote “Ugly Story is undoubtedly committed to its premise and unafraid of difficult emotions. But while it succeeds in making viewers feel trapped inside its characters' emotional chaos, it struggles to transform that discomfort into a consistently compelling cinematic experience.”[2]
Suresh Kavirayani of Cinema Express rated the film 3 stars out of 5 and said “ Ugly Story attempts to explore a bold and psychologically intense subject. Pranav Swaroop succeeds, to an extent, in presenting an emotional drama, backed by solid performances from Shree Nandu and Avika Gor.”[3] Yash from Deccan Reviews rated the film 3.5 stars out of 5 and said “You do not have to be a big drama buff to enjoy this film because this film is perfect for those who like drama, with unpredictable characters and strong climax payoffs.”[4]
Satya Pulagam of ABP Desam rated the film 2.5 stars out of 5 and wrote “It is difficult for Ugly Story to please all audiences. Sensitive minds cannot see that psychosis and the hellish agony that the wife experiences.”[5]
References
edit- ↑ "'Ugly Story' OTT release: Shree Nandu and Avika Gor's psychological drama begins streaming online". The Times of India. 5 June 2026. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 15 June 2026.
- ↑ "Ugly Story Movie Review: A hard-hitting drama that struggles to break new ground". The Times of India. Retrieved 15 June 2026.
- ↑ Kavirayani, Suresh (22 May 2026). "Ugly Story movie review: Shree Nandu, Avika Gor shine in this psychological drama". Cinema Express. Retrieved 15 June 2026.
- ↑ "Ugly Story Review: Nandu Vijay Krishna's Darkest Role Yet Leaves You Unsettled". Deccan Reviews. 23 May 2026. Retrieved 15 June 2026.
- ↑ Pulagam, Satya (22 May 2026). "'అగ్లీ స్టోరీ' రివ్యూ: సైకో మొగుడు... ఇన్నోసెంట్ వైఫ్... నందు - అవికా గోర్ సినిమా హిట్టా? ఫట్టా?". ABP Desam (in Telugu). Retrieved 15 June 2026.
External links
edit- Ugly Story at IMDb