Anaganaga O Athidhi (2020) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Anaganaga O Athidhi (2020) Review
Anaganaga O Athidhi (2020) (Telugu thriller, drama) — directed by Dayal Padmanabhan. Featuring Payal Rajput, Chaitanya Krishna, Darbha Appaji Ambarisha. Subbaiah and his family live in abject poverty and a soothsayer tells them that their fortune will change overnight. The peace in the house is stirred when a stranger knocks on their door seeking shelter for a night, and the consequences are deadly. Our Rating: 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER. Produced by Trend Loud, Released: 20 Nov 2020. Runtime: 1h 32m.
Anaganaga O Athidhi(2020)
Telugu · Thriller, Drama
1h 32m · 20 Nov 2020
Music: Arrol Corelli | Writer: Dayal Padmanabhan
Ratings
Our Rating
1.75
📖 Story
Anaganaga O Athidhi is a thriller drama revolving around a mysterious guest who arrives at a couple's home, leading to a suspenseful and emotional unraveling of secrets and relationships.
Payal Rajput: Convincing and emotive portrayal of the female lead, delivering the emotional depth required for the thriller.
Chaitanya Krishna: Subtle and restrained performance, fitting the mysterious tone of the character.
Darbha Appaji Ambarisha: Effective in supporting role, adding to the narrative tension.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Engaging suspenseful narrative
- ✓Strong performances by lead actors
- ✓Effective background score by Arrol Corelli
- ✓Tight screenplay maintaining intrigue
Weaknesses
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Limited character development for supporting cast
- ✕Predictability in some plot twists
🎬 Direction & Writing
Dayal Padmanabhan delivers a focused thriller with a clear vision, balancing suspense and emotional elements well, though some narrative pacing could have been improved.
📰 Critic Reviews
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 1.5 | |
| 2 |
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 appreciated the film's suspense and performances, though some noted pacing issues and predictability. The film was seen as a decent thriller with good technical backing but lacked strong mass appeal.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Anaganaga O Athidhi release in theatres?▾
Anaganaga O Athidhi released on 20 November 2020 (2020).
Is Anaganaga O Athidhi a hit or flop?▾
Anaganaga O Athidhi is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Where to watch Anaganaga O Athidhi online? OTT release date?▾
Anaganaga O Athidhi is available on Prime Video from 11 October 2022.
Who directed Anaganaga O Athidhi?▾
Anaganaga O Athidhi directed by Dayal Padmanabhan. Produced by Raja Ramamurthy, Chidambram Natesan.
Who are the main cast members of Anaganaga O Athidhi?▾
Anaganaga O Athidhi stars Payal Rajput, Chaitanya Krishna, Darbha Appaji Ambarisha.
What is the Tollybo rating for Anaganaga O Athidhi?▾
Tollybo rates Anaganaga O Athidhi 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Who composed the music for Anaganaga O Athidhi?▾
Music for Anaganaga O Athidhi composed by Arrol Corelli.
What is the genre and runtime of Anaganaga O Athidhi?▾
Anaganaga O Athidhi — Genre: Thriller, Drama, Runtime: 92 minutes, Language: Telugu.