ABCD: American-Born Confused Desi (2019) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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ABCD: American-Born Confused Desi (2019) Review
ABCD: American-Born Confused Desi (2019) is a Telugu comedy film directed by Sanjeev Reddy, starring Allu Sirish, Master Bharath, Vennela Kishore. Aravind aka Avi and his cousin Bala Shanmugam aka Basha are NRIs who love to live their life king size. What happens when the former’s father decides to teach them a lesson in responsibility? Our Rating: 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER. Released: 16 May 2019. Runtime: 2h 25m.
ABCD: American-Born Confused Desi(2019)
Telugu · Comedy
2h 25m · 16 May 2019
Music: Judah Sandhy | DOP: Raam Reddy | Writer: Kalyan Raghav Pasapula, Martin Prakkat
Ratings
Our Rating
1.75
📖 Story
The film follows the journey of an American-born Telugu youth who is sent to India by his parents to learn about his roots and culture. Amidst cultural clashes and misunderstandings, he experiences personal growth and reconciles his dual identity.
Allu Sirish: Convincing portrayal of a confused yet charming American-born Telugu youth.
Master Bharath: Effective in his supporting role, adding emotional depth.
Vennela Kishore: Provided comic relief with natural timing.
Sanjeev Reddy: Strong presence as a veteran character actor.
Allu Sirish: Good chemistry with the lead, contributing to the romantic subplot.
Master Bharath: Supportive role with adequate screen presence.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Relatable theme of cultural identity
- ✓Good performances by lead actors
- ✓Humor integrated with emotional moments
- ✓Music score by Judah Sandhy
- ✓Cinematography capturing scenic locales
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable storyline
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Some supporting characters underdeveloped
- ✕Lack of novelty in screenplay
🎬 Direction & Writing
Sanjeev Reddy delivers a straightforward narrative focusing on cultural nuances with a mix of humor and drama. The direction is competent but lacks innovation, sticking to familiar tropes.
📰 Critic Reviews
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 5.5 | |
| 2.9 | |
| 0 | |
| 40 | |
| 54 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
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😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 35% |
| Negative | 25% |
Critics
Critics generally appreciated the film's attempt to address the cultural identity of NRIs with humor and emotion. Performances, especially by Allu Sirish, were praised, though the predictable plot and pacing issues were noted as drawbacks.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did ABCD: American-Born Confused Desi release in theatres?▾
ABCD: American-Born Confused Desi released on 16 May 2019 (2019).
Is ABCD: American-Born Confused Desi a hit or flop?▾
ABCD: American-Born Confused Desi is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Where to watch ABCD: American-Born Confused Desi online? OTT release date?▾
ABCD: American-Born Confused Desi OTT release date not announced yet.
Who directed ABCD: American-Born Confused Desi?▾
ABCD: American-Born Confused Desi directed by Sanjeev Reddy. Produced by Madhura Sridhar Reddy, Yash Rangineni.
Who are the main cast members of ABCD: American-Born Confused Desi?▾
ABCD: American-Born Confused Desi stars Allu Sirish, Master Bharath, Vennela Kishore.
What is the Tollybo rating for ABCD: American-Born Confused Desi?▾
Tollybo rates ABCD: American-Born Confused Desi 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Who composed the music for ABCD: American-Born Confused Desi?▾
Music for ABCD: American-Born Confused Desi composed by Judah Sandhy.
What is the genre and runtime of ABCD: American-Born Confused Desi?▾
ABCD: American-Born Confused Desi — Genre: Comedy, Runtime: 145 minutes, Language: Telugu.