Back Bench Student (2013) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Back Bench Student (2013) Review
Back Bench Student (2013) — a Telugu drama, romance movie directed by Madhura Sridhar Reddy. The cast includes Mahat Raghavendra, Pia Bajpiee, Archana Kavi. Karthik (Mahat Raghavendra) is a careless Engineering student, who is least bothered about his studies the result of which is 16 backlogs. He is in love with his classmate Priyanka (Archana Kavi), who splits from him and leaves for USA to pursue MS. The hell breaks loose when his parents (Sarath Bab... Our Rating: 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER. Released: 15 Mar 2013.
Back Bench Student(2013)
Telugu · Drama, Romance
0 · 15 Mar 2013
Writer: Lakshmi Bhupala, Kalyan Raghav Pasapula, Venkat Siddareddy
Ratings
Our Rating
1.75
📖 Story
Back Bench Student is a coming-of-age drama centered around the life of a carefree college student who is more interested in enjoying his youth than academics. The story explores his journey of self-discovery, friendship, love, and the challenges he faces in balancing responsibilities and aspirations.
Mahat Raghavendra: Delivered a convincing portrayal of a laid-back college student with natural ease.
Pia Bajpiee: Provided a charming and engaging presence as the female lead.
Archana Kavi: Offered a solid supporting role with emotional depth.
Madhura Sridhar Reddy: Added comic relief with his trademark humor.
Mahat Raghavendra: Played a mature and authoritative role effectively.
Pia Bajpiee: Contributed to the comedic elements of the film.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Relatable college campus setting
- ✓Engaging youthful themes
- ✓Good performances by lead actors
- ✓Effective comic timing
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable storyline
- ✕Lack of strong technical finesse
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
🎬 Direction & Writing
Madhura Sridhar Reddy directed the film with a focus on youthful exuberance and campus life, though the narrative lacked novelty and depth in writing.
📰 Critic Reviews
📰 Ratings Sources
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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
The film received mixed reviews, with praise for the performances and relatable themes but criticism for its predictable plot and technical shortcomings.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Back Bench Student release in theatres?▾
Back Bench Student released on 15 March 2013 (2013).
Is Back Bench Student a hit or flop?▾
Back Bench Student is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Where to watch Back Bench Student online? OTT release date?▾
Back Bench Student is available on Sun NXT, Vi Movies and TV, MX Player from 31 March 2017.
Who directed Back Bench Student?▾
Back Bench Student directed by Madhura Sridhar Reddy. Produced by M. V. K. Reddy.
Who are the main cast members of Back Bench Student?▾
Back Bench Student stars Mahat Raghavendra, Pia Bajpiee, Archana Kavi.
What is the Tollybo rating for Back Bench Student?▾
Tollybo rates Back Bench Student 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
What is the genre and runtime of Back Bench Student?▾
Back Bench Student — Genre: Drama, Romance, Language: Telugu.