Rao Bahadur
Doubt is a demon.
In 1970s India, an eccentric aristocrat—labeled a 'man of miracles'—miraculously survives a terminal illness. Plagued by guilt and fear, he retreats into his palatial mansion, creating an alternate world that deeply blurs reality and imagination.
Directed by Venkatesh Maha · Fantasy · Drama · Thriller · 169 min · 2026
Trailer
Director
Venkatesh Maha
Studio
SriChakraas Entertainments / A+S Movies
Release
2026-07-02
Runtime
169 min
Genres
Fantasy, Drama, Thriller
Full Plot
Rao Bahadur is a psychological drama set against the backdrop of a fading aristocracy, Made in Telugu, for the world. Remember: Doubt is a Demon
Cast & Characters
Bhuvanam Ramappa Rao Bahadur
Satyadev Kancharana
Dr. Achari
Vikas Muppala
Renuka
Deepa Thomas
Jagannadhan
Anand
Achchamma
Bala Parasar
Lavana
Pranay Vaka
Did You Know?
Satyadev had a rigorous regimen during the 85-day shooting schedule.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
Critical Assessment
Rao Bahadur holds 7.0/10 on TMDb (2 votes). IMDb/Rotten Tomatoes/Metacritic scores will populate automatically via the site's daily refresh once available.
Not enough independent critic/audience score breakdown available.
Ratings as of August 11, 2026
Where to Watch
United States
United Kingdom
India
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AI Verdict
AI-generatedBased on TMDb's aggregated score (7.0/10 on TMDb (2 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rao Bahadur good? What are critics saying?+
Rao Bahadur holds 7.0/10 on TMDb (2 votes). IMDb/Rotten Tomatoes/Metacritic scores will populate automatically via the site's daily refresh once available.
How long is Rao Bahadur?+
Rao Bahadur has a runtime of 169 min.
Who directed Rao Bahadur?+
Rao Bahadur was directed by Venkatesh Maha.
Where can I watch Rao Bahadur?+
Rao Bahadur is available to stream, rent, or buy on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads.
Fan & Critic Buzz
Viewers are praising the movie's trailer, calling it "super" and comparing it favorably to Hollywood movies. Satyadev is singled out for his performance, with some going so far as to say he deserves an award. The trailer has also generated excitement among fans, who appreciate its unique storytelling style.
From the trailer's comments
ide movie hollywood lo vaste Oscar vastundi.. leda malayalam teeste mana vaallu tega chustaru... Satyadev Performance is peak
@yassukumar973 · 45 likesSatya deserves an award for this.
@Suryatalks1508-r8r · 109 likesMahesh Babu voice over super trailar super 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
@foodietravel-c9q · 138 likesBabu voice over 🔥🔥 Satya dev 📈🔥
@The-Batman_88 · 51 likesWhen people make movies for the love of telling a story😊
@Suryatalks1508-r8r · 32 likesIntha kasta padina andhuku janalaki ardham kaakunda burra paadu cheyyakunda unte chaalu❤
@vishnuvardhan4632 · 83 likesBabu voice over chaluu show chudaniki 💥💥
@GandhamLavakumar · 60 likes80% ఈ సినిమా ఇప్పుడు ఎవరు అర్థం చేసుకోరు... మళ్ళీ 2-3 సంవత్సరాల తరువాత ఒక బ్లాఫ్ మాస్టర్ , ఓ ఖలేజా, ఆరెంజ్ సినిమా లా హిట్ చేస్తారు...మామా
@millionsOfthoughts98 · 378 likes
