28 Degree Celsius (2025) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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28 Degree Celsius (2025) Review
28 Degree Celsius (2025) (Telugu romance) — directed by Anil Viswanath. Featuring Naveen Chandra, Shalini Vadnikatti, Priyadarshi Pullikonda. 28 degrees celsius is a romantic suspense thriller centred around Anjali, who suffers from a brain injury that makes her vulnerable to extreme temperatures and she must remain at a constant 28C to survive. As Karthik fights to protect her, unexpected twists unfold, blending love and suspense in a gr... Our Rating: 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER. Produced by Veeranjaneya Productions, Riverside Cinemas, Released: 4 Apr 2025. Runtime: 1h 46m.
28 Degree Celsius(2025)
Telugu · Romance
1h 46m · 4 Apr 2025
Music: Shravan Bharadwaj | DOP: Vamsi Patchipulusu | Writer: Anil Viswanath
Ratings
Our Rating
1.75
📖 Story
28 Degree Celsius explores the emotional journey of a young couple navigating the complexities of love, ambition, and societal expectations in contemporary Telugu society. The narrative delves into their struggles, aspirations, and the warmth and challenges that define their relationship.
Naveen Chandra: Subtle and heartfelt portrayal of the male lead, effectively conveying emotional depth.
Shalini Vadnikatti: Natural and engaging, bringing authenticity to her character.
Priyadarshi Pullikonda: Provides comic relief with timing and charm.
Anil Viswanath: Supportive role executed with sincerity.
Naveen Chandra: Strong presence in a pivotal role.
Shalini Vadnikatti: Memorable in a brief but impactful role.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Emotional storytelling with relatable characters
- ✓Strong performances by lead actors
- ✓Melodious and fitting music score by Shravan Bharadwaj
- ✓Cinematography capturing the mood and tone effectively
Weaknesses
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Some predictable plot elements
- ✕Supporting characters underdeveloped
🎬 Direction & Writing
Anil Viswanath delivers a sensitive and nuanced direction focusing on character-driven narrative. The writing is earnest but occasionally falls into familiar tropes, though the emotional core remains intact.
📰 Critic Reviews
28 Degrees Celsius has a good premise, and a few moments are well-executed. However, only a few audiences will connect to this unique yet lackluster narrative. Beyond certain interesting aspects, this thriller fails to leave a lasting impression on the audience.
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 2.5 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
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😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 40% |
| Negative | 20% |
Critics
Critics appreciated the film's heartfelt performances and evocative music but noted the screenplay's predictability and pacing issues. The film was seen as a sincere attempt at emotional storytelling with moderate impact.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did 28 Degree Celsius release in theatres?▾
28 Degree Celsius released on 4 April 2025 (2025).
Is 28 Degree Celsius a hit or flop?▾
28 Degree Celsius is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Where to watch 28 Degree Celsius online? OTT release date?▾
28 Degree Celsius is available on Prime Video from 29 April 2025.
Who directed 28 Degree Celsius?▾
28 Degree Celsius directed by Anil Viswanath. Produced by Sai Abhishek.
Who are the main cast members of 28 Degree Celsius?▾
28 Degree Celsius stars Naveen Chandra, Shalini Vadnikatti, Priyadarshi Pullikonda.
What is the Tollybo rating for 28 Degree Celsius?▾
Tollybo rates 28 Degree Celsius 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Who composed the music for 28 Degree Celsius?▾
Music for 28 Degree Celsius composed by Shravan Bharadwaj.
What is the genre and runtime of 28 Degree Celsius?▾
28 Degree Celsius — Genre: Romance, Runtime: 106 minutes, Language: Telugu.