**Tiger Nageswara Rao** is a 2023 Indian biographical action film that delves into the life of the infamous thief Nageswara Rao, who became a legend in the 1970s in Stuartpuram, Andhra Pradesh. Directed by Vamsee and starring Ravi Teja in the titular role, the film aims to portray the transformation of a simple villager into a notorious dacoit known for his ingenious methods of evading the police【5†source】【7†source】.
### Plot and Characters
The movie follows the journey of Nageswara Rao (Ravi Teja) and his interactions with various characters such as DSP Vishwanath Sastry (Murali Sharma) and IB Officer Raghavendra Rajpur (Anupam Kher), among others. The story reveals how Nageswara Rao's actions impacted the security of the Prime Minister, adding a layer of political intrigue to his criminal exploits【8†source】.
### Reception
Despite the film's ambitious scope and Ravi Teja's energetic performance, "Tiger Nageswara Rao" received mixed to negative reviews. Critics pointed out that while Ravi Teja's portrayal was compelling, the movie suffered from a predictable plot and lackluster screenplay. The film's direction and music were also criticized, with many reviewers finding the narrative unengaging and the songs unremarkable【6†source】【7†source】.
### Release and Availability
"Tiger Nageswara Rao" was released theatrically on October 20, 2023, in multiple languages including Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, Kannada, and Malayalam. It later premiered on Amazon Prime Video on November 17, 2023, making it accessible for a broader audience【5†source】.