Baanam (2009) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Baanam (2009) Review
Baanam (2009) is a Telugu action, drama film starring Nara Rohith, Randhir Gatla, Akurati Ramhith. Directed by Chaitanya Dantuluri. The story is set in the town of Ranasthali, in year 1989. Bhagat Panigrahi (Nara Rohit) is preparing to become a police officer. His father Chandrasekhar Panigrahi (Sayaji Shinde), a former Naxalite returns after 20 years before giving up his fight for the society for the reasons only known to him. ... Our Rating: 2.75/5. Verdict: AVERAGE. Released: 16 Sept 2009. Runtime: 1h 55m.
Baanam(2009)
Telugu · Action, Drama
1h 55m · 16 Sept 2009
DOP: Anil Bandari | Writer: Nagaraju Gandham, Chaitanya Dantuluri
Ratings
Our Rating
2.75
📖 Story
Baanam is a coming-of-age action drama centered on a young man who aspires to become an IPS officer like his father, who was a rebel. The film explores themes of justice, family values, and the fight against corruption and crime in rural Telangana.
Nara Rohith: Strong and convincing portrayal of the protagonist with emotional depth.
Randhir Gatla: Effective and natural performance as the female lead.
Akurati Ramhith: Powerful presence in a supporting role.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Realistic storytelling and grounded narrative
- ✓Strong performances by lead and supporting cast
- ✓Effective portrayal of rural Telangana
- ✓Engaging screenplay with social message
Weaknesses
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Some predictable plot elements
🎬 Direction & Writing
Chaitanya Dantuluri delivers a confident directorial debut with a focus on realism and emotional storytelling, balancing action with social themes effectively.
📰 Critic Reviews
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 3 | |
| 3.25 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
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No awards data available.
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 60% |
| Neutral | 30% |
| Negative | 10% |
Critics
Critics praised Baanam for its realistic approach, strong performances, and meaningful narrative. The film was noted for its refreshing take on a rural action drama and the director's promising debut, though some pointed out pacing issues.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Baanam release in theatres?▾
Baanam released on 16 September 2009 (2009).
Is Baanam a hit or flop?▾
Baanam is declared a AVERAGE at the box office.
Where to watch Baanam online? OTT release date?▾
Baanam OTT release date not announced yet.
Who directed Baanam?▾
Baanam directed by Chaitanya Dantuluri. Produced by Seshu Priyanka Chalasani.
Who are the main cast members of Baanam?▾
Baanam stars Nara Rohith, Randhir Gatla, Akurati Ramhith.
What is the Tollybo rating for Baanam?▾
Tollybo rates Baanam 2.75/5. Verdict: AVERAGE.
What is the genre and runtime of Baanam?▾
Baanam — Genre: Action, Drama, Runtime: 115 minutes, Language: Telugu.