Court: State vs. A Nobody (2025) poster

Court: State vs. A Nobody (2025)

14 March 20252h 29mTeluguIndia
7.4/10TMDB · 42 votes

DirectorRam Jagadeesh

StarringPriyadarshi Pullikonda, Harsh Roshan, Sridevi Apalla, Sivaji Sontineni

Watch onNetflix

Best for: Viewers who enjoy grounded Telugu courtroom dramas with a strong central performance and a focus on justice.

Where to watch Court: State vs. A Nobody online in India

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Availability for India, data by JustWatch. Updated 23 October 2026.

Court: State vs. A Nobody OTT release date

Theatrical release (India)14 March 2025
OTT / digital release (India)11 April 2025
Gap between theatre and OTT28 days
Streaming now onNetflix

Release dates for India as listed on TMDB.

Court: State vs. A Nobody story (no spoilers)

Court: State vs. A Nobody is a Telugu drama that follows a determined lawyer who takes on a high-stakes case to defend a 19-year-old boy. The system has already branded the boy guilty, and the lawyer must challenge that presumption. The film blends crime and romance within its courtroom drama framework. Priyadarshi Pullikonda plays Surya Teja, while Harsh Roshan appears as Chandrashekar. The cast also includes Sridevi Apalla as Jaabili, Sivaji Sontineni as Mangapathi, Rohini as Seetharathnam, Vishika as Lahari, Sai Kumar as Mohan Rao, and Harsha Vardhan as Damu. Directed by Ram Jagadeesh, the film runs 149 minutes and carries a U/A 13+ certificate in India. It was released theatrically on 14 March 2025 and arrived on Netflix in India on 11 April 2025. The tone is serious and grounded, focusing on the legal battle and the personal stakes for the young defendant. Music is by Vijai Bulganin.

Should you watch Court: State vs. A Nobody?

Watch it for

  • Priyadarshi Pullikonda leads as Surya Teja in a serious dramatic role, supported by Harsh Roshan as the 19-year-old defendant Chandrashekar.
  • Director Ram Jagadeesh blends crime and romance within a courtroom setting, with the lawyer challenging a system that has already judged the boy.
  • The 149-minute runtime gives the legal drama room to develop its high-stakes case and the personal stories of characters like Jaabili and Mangapathi.
  • Vijai Bulganin's music underscores the film's dramatic tone, and the U/A 13+ certificate signals a mature but accessible treatment.

Skip it if

  • You prefer fast-paced action over a 149-minute courtroom drama that focuses on legal proceedings and character development.
  • You want a light-hearted romance; here romance is one thread within a crime and drama framework, not the main focus.
  • You avoid films with a U/A 13+ certificate that deal with crime and legal themes, even if handled mildly.

Court: State vs. A Nobody cast

Priyadarshi PullikondaPriyadarshi Pullikondaas Surya Teja
Harsh RoshanHarsh Roshanas Chandrashekar
Sridevi ApallaSridevi Apallaas Jaabili
Sivaji SontineniSivaji Sontinenias Mangapathi
RohiniRohinias Seetharathnam
VishikaVishikaas Lahari
Sai KumarSai Kumaras Mohan Rao
Harsha VardhanHarsha Vardhanas Damu
Surabhi PrabhavathiSurabhi Prabhavathias Nagalakshmi
Rajsekhar AningiRajsekhar Aningias Ganapathi
Subhalekha SudhakarSubhalekha Sudhakaras Muthyalaiah
Srinivas BhogireddySrinivas Bhogireddyas Judge

Court: State vs. A Nobody movie details

DirectorRam Jagadeesh
WriterVamsidhar Sirigiri, Karthikeya Sreenivass, Ram Jagadeesh
MusicVijai Bulganin
CinematographyDinesh Purushothaman
ProducerPrashanti Tipirneni, Nani
Release date14 March 2025
Runtime2h 29m (149 minutes)
Original languageTelugu
Country of originIndia
Languages spoken in the filmTelugu
Original titleకోర్ట్: State vs. A Nobody
Certificate (India)U/A 13+
Worldwide box office$7.8 million (approx.)

Parental guide: is Court: State vs. A Nobody family friendly?

ViolenceMild
LanguageMild
Sexual contentMild
Family viewingNot ideal

The U/A 13+ certificate suggests mild themes of crime and legal conflict, but this is a general guide and not a detailed content review. This is a general guide based on genre and certification.

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Our verdict

Court: State vs. A Nobody is a straightforward legal drama that leans on Priyadarshi's performance and a clear moral conflict. The 149-minute runtime and U/A 13+ rating mean it takes its subject seriously without being overly graphic. If you like courtroom stories with a social message, this one is worth a look on Netflix.

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Court: State vs. A Nobody online in India?

Court: State vs. A Nobody is available for streaming on Netflix in India with a subscription. It is not listed as free on major Indian OTT platforms.

When did Court: State vs. A Nobody release on OTT?

The film released on Netflix in India on 11 April 2025. Its theatrical release was on 14 March 2025.

What is the runtime of Court: State vs. A Nobody?

Court: State vs. A Nobody runs for 149 minutes.

What is the certificate rating of Court: State vs. A Nobody?

The film has a U/A 13+ certificate in India.

Who directed Court: State vs. A Nobody?

Court: State vs. A Nobody is directed by Ram Jagadeesh.

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