Ante... Sundaraniki! (2022) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
Last updated: 18 Oct 2026
Ante... Sundaraniki! (2022) Review
Ante... Sundaraniki! (2022) is a Telugu comedy, romance film directed by Vivek Athreya, starring Nani, Nazriya Nazim, Naresh. A man from a Brahmin family falls in love with a Christian girl. In order to convince their parents, they say contrasting lies which complicates the situation and leads to a comedy of errors. Our Rating: 2.75/5. Verdict: AVERAGE. Released: 10 Jun 2022. Runtime: 2h 53m.
Ante... Sundaraniki!(2022)
Telugu · Comedy, Romance
2h 53m · 10 Jun 2022
Music: Vivek Sagar | DOP: Niketh Bommi | Writer: Vivek Athreya
Ratings
Our Rating
2.75
📖 Story
Ante... Sundaraniki! is a romantic comedy that explores the complexities of love and cultural differences. The story revolves around Sundar, who falls in love with Leela, but their relationship faces challenges due to contrasting family backgrounds and societal expectations. The film navigates through humorous and emotional moments as the couple tries to convince their families and overcome obstacles to be together.
Nani: Charming and natural, delivering a relatable and heartfelt portrayal of Sundar.
Nazriya Nazim: Graceful and expressive, effectively complementing Nani with her nuanced performance.
Naresh: Strong supporting role, adding depth and humor.
Vivek Athreya: Effective in her role, bringing emotional weight.
Nani: Convincing portrayal contributing to the family dynamics.
Nazriya Nazim: Memorable presence, enhancing the narrative.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Engaging screenplay with a good blend of humor and emotion
- ✓Strong chemistry between lead actors
- ✓Effective portrayal of cultural nuances
- ✓Well-crafted dialogues
- ✓Pleasant and fresh music score
Weaknesses
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Some predictable plot elements
- ✕Supporting characters underutilized
🎬 Direction & Writing
Vivek Athreya delivers a well-written and directed romantic comedy that balances humor and sentiment effectively. His narrative style keeps the audience engaged, though the film could have benefited from tighter editing in parts.
📰 Critic Reviews
Ante Sundaraniki is a rom-com that deals with a non-linear screenplay. Plus points of the film are Nani’s outstanding performance, entertainment and conflict. On the flipside, non-linear narrative is confusing, runtime is excessive and music doesn't help. On the whole, Ante Sundaraniki has an interesting premise, but c…
The first half starts at relatively slower pace with the Director Vivek Athreya taking plenty of time to establish Sundar and Leela characters, their family beliefs, traditions. With most of this already revealed in the movie trailers, the first half an hour feels a bit stretched. The movie is narrated in a non-linear…
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 2.75 | |
| 3 |
Our Rating
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😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 70% |
| Neutral | 20% |
| Negative | 10% |
Critics
Critics praised Ante... Sundaraniki! for its fresh take on romance and cultural themes, highlighting the performances of Nani and Nazriya Nazim. The film's humor and emotional depth were appreciated, though some noted pacing issues and predictability. Overall, it was considered a feel-good entertainer with strong writing and direction.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Ante... Sundaraniki! release in theatres?▾
Ante... Sundaraniki! released on 10 June 2022 (2022).
Is Ante... Sundaraniki! a hit or flop?▾
Ante... Sundaraniki! is declared a AVERAGE at the box office.
What is the budget of Ante... Sundaraniki!?▾
Budget of Ante... Sundaraniki! is approximately ₹38 Crore.
Where to watch Ante... Sundaraniki! online? OTT release date?▾
Ante... Sundaraniki! is available on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads from 10 June 2022.
Who directed Ante... Sundaraniki!?▾
Ante... Sundaraniki! directed by Vivek Athreya. Produced by Naveen Yerneni, Y. Ravi Shankar.
Who are the main cast members of Ante... Sundaraniki!?▾
Ante... Sundaraniki! stars Nani, Nazriya Nazim, Naresh.
What is the Tollybo rating for Ante... Sundaraniki!?▾
Tollybo rates Ante... Sundaraniki! 2.75/5. Verdict: AVERAGE.
Who composed the music for Ante... Sundaraniki!?▾
Music for Ante... Sundaraniki! composed by Vivek Sagar.
What is the genre and runtime of Ante... Sundaraniki!?▾
Ante... Sundaraniki! — Genre: Comedy, Romance, Runtime: 173 minutes, Language: Telugu.