Jersey
A failed cricketer decides to revive his cricketing career in his late 30's despite everyone being skeptical of his ability to do so.
Directed by Gowtam Tinnanuri · Drama · Sport · 157 min · 2019
Director
Gowtam Tinnanuri
Writer
Gowtam Tinnanuri
Studio
Sithara Entertainments
Release
19 Apr 2019
Runtime
157 min
Genres
Drama, Sport
Full Plot
A young man named Nani discovers a book about his late father's life, leading him to attend a ceremony honoring his father's cricket career. The story flashes back to 1986, where the younger Arjun struggles with rejection and disillusionment in professional cricket. Years later, an unemployed Arjun seeks assistance from friends to buy an Indian cricket team jersey for his son's birthday, ultimately finding redemption through a charity match performance.
Cast & Characters
Nani, Arjun's son
Ronit Kamra
Adult Nani, in a cameo appearance (voice dubbed by Nani)
Harish Kalyan
Nandan "Nandu" Reddy
Viswant Duddumpudi
Journalist Ramya, Nandu's girlfriend
Sanusha
Atul, Mumbai coach
Shishir Sharma
Rajesh, Arjun's friend
Praveen
Did You Know?
Nani appears in 5 films in our catalog, including Hi Nanna, Veppam.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
Jersey received unanimous critical acclaim , especially for Nani's performance, Tinnanuri's screenplay and emotional sequences.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
In June 2018, Nani was reported to sign his 23rd film with Gowtam Tinnanuri, who made his debut with Malli Raava (2018), which was officially announced at the second season of the Bigg Boss Telugu show, which commenced on 10 June 2018.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
Critical Assessment
Jersey holds 8.5/10 on IMDb (24,116 votes), 71% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Not enough independent critic/audience score breakdown available.
Ratings as of August 12, 2026
Where to Watch
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AI Verdict
AI-generatedBased on aggregated scores (8.5/10 on IMDb (24,116 votes), 71% on Rotten Tomatoes), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jersey's Rotten Tomatoes score?+
Jersey holds a 71% critics' score on Rotten Tomatoes.
What is Jersey's IMDb rating?+
Jersey has a 8.5/10 rating on IMDb from 24,116 votes.
Is Jersey good? What are critics saying?+
Jersey holds 8.5/10 on IMDb (24,116 votes), 71% on Rotten Tomatoes.
How long is Jersey?+
Jersey has a runtime of 157 min.
Who directed Jersey?+
Jersey was directed by Gowtam Tinnanuri.
Where can I watch Jersey?+
Jersey is available to stream, rent, or buy on Sun Nxt, VI movies and tv.
Fan & Critic Buzz
Jersey received widespread critical acclaim for its performances, screenplay, and emotional sequences. Many reviewers praised Nani's portrayal of a cricketer, with some noting his convincing depiction of cricketing moments. The film was also commended for its storytelling, with several critics highlighting the director's ability to balance sports drama with human emotion.
Source: Wikipedia — Critical reception (CC BY-SA)
