Aata (2007) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
Last updated: 5 May 2026
Aata (2007) Review
Aata (2007) — a Telugu comedy, drama, romance film directed by V. N. Aditya. Starring Siddharth, Ileana D'Cruz, Sarath Babu. Sri Krishna (Siddharth) grows up watching films playing in the theater in which his father works as a movie-projectionist in a village. Satya (Ileana) is harassed by Vicky (Munna) - son of a politician - who wants to marry her. Satya escapes from home and Sri Krishna falls in love with her the first... Our Rating: 2.75/5. Verdict: ABOVE AVERAGE. Released: 9 May 2007. Runtime: 2h 18m.
Aata(2007)
Telugu · Comedy, Drama, Romance
2h 18m · 9 May 2007
Writer: Harish Shankar
Ratings
Our Rating
2.75
📖 Story
Aata is a romantic action drama centered around the protagonist, played by Siddharth, who falls in love with a girl portrayed by Ileana D'Cruz. The story unfolds with a mix of romance, action sequences, and emotional moments as the hero tries to win over the heroine and overcome obstacles posed by antagonists.
Siddharth: Energetic and charming as the lead hero, delivering a youthful and engaging portrayal.
Ileana D'Cruz: Graceful and appealing debut performance, bringing freshness to the role.
Sarath Babu: Supportive and convincing in a character role.
V. N. Aditya: Provides comic relief with his usual timing and expressions.
Siddharth: Contributes to the humor and supporting narrative.
Ileana D'Cruz: Effective as the antagonist, adding intensity to the conflict.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Engaging romantic sequences
- ✓Good chemistry between lead actors
- ✓Entertaining comedy tracks
- ✓Energetic performances by lead cast
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable storyline
- ✕Lack of novelty in direction
- ✕Weak screenplay in second half
- ✕Some pacing issues
🎬 Direction & Writing
V. N. Aditya delivers a commercial entertainer that caters to the youth with a mix of romance and action but lacks innovation in narrative and screenplay.
📰 Critic Reviews
The first half of the film is entertaining with a twist at the interval. The second half dwells into the core story of the film. It’s about how the banking industry failed in loans and NPA section. Such a subject needs a lot of depth. Director Parasuram chooses to generalize it so that basic idea can be conveyed easily…
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 3 | |
| 3 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
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😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 30% |
| Negative | 30% |
Critics
Critics generally found 'Aata' to be an average entertainer with decent performances by the leads but criticized its predictable plot and lack of depth. The film was appreciated for its music and comedy but did not impress as a whole.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Aata release in theatres?▾
Aata released on 9 May 2007 (2007).
Is Aata a hit or flop?▾
Aata is declared a ABOVE AVERAGE at the box office.
Where to watch Aata online? OTT release date?▾
Aata is available on Hungama Play, MX Player. OTT date will be updated soon.
Who directed Aata?▾
Aata directed by V. N. Aditya. Produced by M. S. Raju.
Who are the main cast members of Aata?▾
Aata stars Siddharth, Ileana D'Cruz, Sarath Babu.
What is the Tollybo rating for Aata?▾
Tollybo rates Aata 2.75/5. Verdict: ABOVE AVERAGE.
What is the genre and runtime of Aata?▾
Aata — Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance, Runtime: 138 minutes, Language: Telugu.