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Student No. 1 (2001) Film • 2001 • 2h 30m • United States Cinema • Telugu

Student No. 1

Name: Student No. 1
Director: S. S. Rajamouli
Genre: Action, Thriller, Horror
Released: 2001-09-27
Duration: 150 min
Rating: 7.0
Cast: Jr. NTR

Cast of Student No. 1 (Film), Box Office Gross, Budget & Streaming Guide

"A student by day… a convict by night."

7.0 / 10

Action Thriller Horror

Storyline & Synopsis

Student No. 1 is the electrifying, heartwarming, and historically momentous directorial debut of S. S. Rajamouli, which launched one of the greatest director-star partnerships in Indian cinema history alongside an 18-year-old Jr. NTR, establishing the filmmaker's innate mastery over emotional manipulation, high-stakes moral dilemmas, and explosive mass elevation. The story begins at an esteemed law college in Visakhapatnam, where Aditya, a polite, extraordinarily disciplined, and deeply studious young man, enrolls as a freshman. Unlike his rowdy, undisciplined peers, Aditya avoids all confrontations, submits his assignments with religious diligence, and maintains a strictly regimented schedule, earning the admiration of his professors and the romantic fascination of an outspoken classmate named Anjali. However, Aditya's studious demeanor conceals a startling, disquieting reality: every evening at precisely seven o'clock, he is escorted back to the central prison, returning to his cold cell as convict prisoner number 409 under a special daytime educational parole scheme. As campus bullies and corrupt politicians attempt to drag Aditya into violent street clashes, his past is unraveled through a heartbreaking flashback: raised by an upright, proud father who dreamed of his son becoming an advocate for justice, Aditya was framed for a horrific crime of passion and sentenced to life imprisonment after accidentally killing a brutal criminal to protect a woman's honor. With his grief-stricken father disowning him in disgust, Aditya's only purpose in studying law is to present his own appeal in the High Court, prove his moral innocence to his father, and restore his family's lost honor.

Director

S. S. Rajamouli

Starring

Jr. NTR

Behind The Scenes

Key Filmmakers & Directors

S. S. Rajamouli

Director

Star Cast & Characters

Cast of Student No. 1 (Movie)

Complete cast of Student No. 1 (2001 movie), starring actors, actresses, and character roles.

Jr. NTR

Aditya

Financials & Box Office

Student No. 1 Budget and Box Office Gross

Official production budget, worldwide box office gross, and theatrical financial summary for Student No. 1 (2001 movie).

Estimated Budget

$25,000,000

Production Budget

Worldwide Box Office Gross

$120,000,000

Lifetime Theatrical Gross

Box Office Verdict

All-Time Blockbuster

4.8x Multiplier (+380% ROI)

Release & Industry

Sep 27, 2001

United States Cinema • Telugu

Title & Format	Estimated Budget	Worldwide Box Office Gross	Verdict / Status	Studios / Producers
Student No. 1 (2001 Movie)	$25,000,000	$120,000,000	All-Time Blockbuster	Independent Production

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Everything you need to know about Student No. 1 streaming, cast, director, and box office details.

Student No. 1 officially released on September 27, 2001 (2001). Discover full theatrical release timeline, festival screenings, and streaming dates on TonightOnScreen.

The total runtime of Student No. 1 is 150 minutes (2h 30m).

Student No. 1 is categorized under Action, Thriller and Horror. Explore curated recommendations and top-rated titles in these genres on TonightOnScreen.

The cast of Student No. 1 stars Jr. NTR. Detailed character names and talent biographies are available on TonightOnScreen.

Key characters in Student No. 1 include Jr. NTR as Aditya.

Student No. 1 was produced on an estimated budget of $25,000,000 and grossed a worldwide Box Office Gross of $120,000,000.

Based on its estimated budget of $25,000,000 and worldwide box office collection of $120,000,000, Student No. 1 is classified as a All-Time Blockbuster at the box office.

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Student No. 1 was directed by S. S. Rajamouli. Explore their complete filmographies and upcoming releases on TonightOnScreen.

Student No. 1 holds a TonightOnScreen audience and critical rating of 7.0/10. The official age classification is U. Explore full cast reactions and verified community reviews on TonightOnScreen.

Student No. 1 carries an official content rating of U. This classification helps parents and viewers make informed decisions about suitability before watching.

In Student No. 1: Aditya is played by Jr. NTR. Find complete character profiles, role details, and full actor biographies on TonightOnScreen.

The title "Student No. 1" is accompanied by the tagline: "A student by day… a convict by night.". The name reflects the core themes of the movie. Explore the full synopsis and storyline context on TonightOnScreen.

Student No. 1 is a United States production, originally produced in the Telugu language. It represents the rich cinematic heritage of United States cinema.

Recommended — Worth a Watch. With a solid 7.0/10 rating, Student No. 1 is an enjoyable movie that most viewers find worthwhile. Read in-depth verified audience reviews and the complete critical breakdown on TonightOnScreen.

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