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Adithya Varma (2019): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot

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Adithya Varma is a 2019 romantic drama directed by Gireeshaaya, starring Ashwin Kumar as Siddharth Varma, Dheepa Ramanujam and Dhruv Vikram. It runs 2 hours 48 minutes and earned $30,148 worldwide. Its Echo Score is 53/100.

worldwide gross
$30.1K
Echo Score
53
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Adithya Varma (2019) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 48m (168 min)
Director
Gireeshaaya
Genres
Drama , Romance
Original language
Tamil
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Adithya Varma About?

The premise of Adithya Varma without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

A brilliant and short-tempered young surgeon goes down a self-destructive path when the love of his life is forced to marry another man.

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Cast & crew

Adithya Varma Cast & Characters

Ashwin Kumar leads the cast as Siddharth Varma, with Dheepa Ramanujam as Bhavani Varma and Dhruv Vikram as Adithya Varma. Directed by Gireeshaaya; 18 actors are credited in all.

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One more film directed by Gireeshaaya: Ranga Ranga Vaibhavanga.

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Ratings

Adithya Varma Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 53/100, strongest in art & craft (58) and weakest in story & flow (45).

53 /100

Adithya Varma Echo Score Breakdown

Adithya Varma delivers a mixed viewing experience that oscillates between moments of technical competence and pervasive structural flaws. Positive feedback highlights Dhruv Vikram’s energetic performance and the film’s polished cinematography and soundtrack, while criticisms focus on uneven pacing, derivative storytelling, and inconsistent character chemistry. The divergent reactions prevent the film from coalescing into a consistently engaging work. Overall, it may satisfy fans of the original but is likely to disappoint viewers seeking fresh narrative or stronger character depth.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 58

    In terms of direction and visual execution, the film shows flashes of professionalism, with several reviewers noting crisp cinematography and competent editing. However, other comments point to poorly handled scenes and a lack of visual originality that undermine the overall aesthetic. The net impression is a moderately competent art department that does not consistently elevate the material.

  • Character & Emotion 55

    When evaluating acting and character dynamics, Dhruv Vikram’s performance receives both praise for its vigor and criticism for appearing unrefined. Chemistry between the leads is described as intermittently effective, yet the heroine’s emotional portrayal is often deemed flat. Consequently, character work sits in a middle ground, offering occasional highlights amid broader inconsistency.

  • Story & Flow 45

    The narrative structure suffers from pacing issues and an overreliance on the source material, leading many to label the plot as derivative and sluggish. While some appreciate the faithful remake approach, the lack of fresh storytelling and moments of meandering reduce overall engagement. This results in a below‑average score for story coherence and originality.

  • Sensory Experience 55

    Auditory and visual sensibilities receive mixed appraisals; the soundtrack and background score are praised for enhancing certain scenes, yet several critics find the music choices and overall sound design uneven. Visual style is at times noted as polished, but instances of poor cinematography detract from consistency. Overall, the sensory experience is modestly effective but not uniformly strong.

  • Rewatch Factor 50

    Rewatch potential is tempered by the film’s uneven execution; enthusiastic viewers cite Dhruv Vikram’s charisma as a reason to return, while others label the movie as boring and overly familiar. The lack of narrative novelty limits lasting appeal for many audiences. Hence, the film’s replay value settles at an average level.

Plot

Adithya Varma Plot Summary

What happens in Adithya Varma from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Adithya Varma is the youngest son of wealthy business tycoon Vasudevan Varma, and he is pursuing an MBBS degree in Mangalore, India. Despite his brilliance, he wrestles with severe anger management issues that draw the dean’s ire and earn him a reputation among juniors as a college bully. After a heated brawl with his friend Tarun against an opposing team during an inter-college football match, the dean gives Adithya an ultimatum: apologize or leave the college. He initially opts to depart, but his stance shifts when he meets introverted first-year student Meera Shetty, and love at first sight changes the course of his life.

Full summary

The whole story of Adithya Varma, scene by scene

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Box office

Adithya Varma Box Office

Adithya Varma grossed $30,148 worldwide.

2019 box office

Worldwide gross

$30.1K

International
$30.1K
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How Well Do You Know Adithya Varma?

9 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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What is the profession Adithya Varma pursues after graduating from medical school?

Details

Adithya Varma Also Known As

Also known as “อทิตยา วาร์มา”.

Also known as
  • อทิตยา วาร์มา

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FAQ

Adithya Varma FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, post-credit scenes and language of Adithya Varma, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Adithya Varma?

Adithya Varma runs 2 hours 48 minutes (168 minutes).

When was Adithya Varma released?

Adithya Varma was released on November 21, 2019.

Who directed Adithya Varma?

Adithya Varma was directed by Gireeshaaya.

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Who is in the cast of Adithya Varma?

Adithya Varma stars Ashwin Kumar as Siddharth Varma, Dheepa Ramanujam as Bhavani Varma and Dhruv Vikram as Adithya Varma, among 18 credited actors.

How much did Adithya Varma make at the box office?

Adithya Varma grossed $30,148 worldwide.

Does Adithya Varma have a post-credit scene?

No. Adithya Varma has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Adithya Varma in?

The original language of Adithya Varma is Tamil.

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