Badri (2000) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Badri (2000) Review
A review of Badri (2000) (Telugu comedy, drama, romance), directed by Puri Jagannadh. Starring Pawan Kalyan, Ameesha Patel, Renu Desai. Vennela accuses Badri of not loving her sincerely and challenges him that no one can love him like she does. However, their lives take a turn when he meets Sarayu and she falls madly in love with him. Our Rating: 3.25/5. Verdict: SUPER HIT. Released: 20 Apr 2000. Runtime: 2h 28m.
Badri(2000)
The Man in Love
Telugu · Comedy, Drama, Romance
2h 28m · 20 Apr 2000
Music: Ramana Gogula | Writer: Puri Jagannadh
Ratings
Our Rating
3.25
📖 Story
Badri is a romantic action drama revolving around Badri, a carefree young man who falls in love with a girl from a wealthy family. The film explores his struggles to win her love and the challenges posed by family opposition and rivalries.
Pawan Kalyan: Energetic and charismatic, delivering a strong screen presence that connects well with the audience.
Ameesha Patel: Debut performance marked by charm and grace, fitting well into the romantic lead role.
Renu Desai: Supporting role with limited scope but adequate portrayal.
Puri Jagannadh: Effective antagonist with convincing intensity.
Pawan Kalyan: Strong supporting role adding depth to the narrative.
Ameesha Patel: Comic relief with typical timing and expressions.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Pawan Kalyan's performance and screen presence
- ✓Catchy music by Ramana Gogula
- ✓Engaging action sequences
- ✓Good blend of romance and drama
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable storyline
- ✕Some pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Underdeveloped female characters
🎬 Direction & Writing
Puri Jagannadh delivers a commercial entertainer with a mix of action and romance, focusing on mass appeal with punchy dialogues and stylized sequences. The writing is straightforward with emphasis on heroism.
📰 Critic Reviews
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 3 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
No collection data available yet.
🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
| Run | Centers |
|---|---|
| 50 Days Centers | 85 |
| 100 Days Centers | 40 |
No awards data available.
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 60% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 15% |
Critics
Critics appreciated Pawan Kalyan's energetic performance and Ramana Gogula's music but noted the film's predictable plot and routine screenplay. The film was seen as a typical commercial entertainer catering to the star's fan base.
Final Box-Office Result
🏟 Theatrical Centers Run
100 Days - Centers
| # | City | Theater | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gajuwaka | Mohini | 100 |
| 2 | Viajayanagaram | NCS | 100 |
| 3 | Anakapalli | Gopalakrishna | 100 |
| 4 | Srikakulam | Kinnera | 100 |
| 5 | Payakaraopeta | Sai | 100 |
| 6 | Sompeta | Srinivasa | 100 |
| 7 | Narsipatnam | Srinivasa | 100 |
| 8 | Hyderabad | Sandhya 35MM | 100 |
| 9 | Nijamabad | Rajarajendra | 100 |
| 10 | Khammam | Vinoda | 100 |
| 11 | Miryalaguda | Lalita | 100 |
| 12 | Kotha Gudem | Maheshwari | 100 |
| 13 | Godavarikhani | Rajesh | 100 |
| 14 | Rajamundry | Ashok | 100 |
| 15 | Kakinada | Sridevi | 100 |
| 16 | Amalapuram | Venkatrama | 100 |
| 17 | Mandapeta | Satyasri | 100 |
| 18 | Tatipaka | Annapurna | 100 |
| 19 | Pithapuram | Sougandha | 100 |
| 20 | Eluru | Natraj | 100 |
| 21 | Bheemavaram | Natraj | 100 |
| 22 | T.P Gudem | Rangamahal | 100 |
| 23 | Tanuku | Lakshmi | 100 |
| 24 | Palakollu | Lakshmi Sai | 100 |
| 25 | Vijayawada | Raj | 100 |
| 26 | Gudiwada | Gopalakrishna | 100 |
| 27 | Machalipatnam | Venkateswara | 100 |
| 28 | Vuyyur | Tandavalaxmi | 100 |
| 29 | Guntur | Liberty | 100 |
| 30 | Tenali | Lakshmi | 100 |
| 31 | Ongole | Sridevi | 100 |
| 32 | Ch.Peta | Kalamandir | 100 |
| 33 | N.Peta | Easwar | 100 |
| 34 | Nellore | Nartaki | 100 |
| 35 | Ananthapur | Gowri | 100 |
| 36 | Kurnool | Anand | 100 |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Badri release in theatres?▾
Badri released on 20 April 2000 (2000).
Is Badri a hit or flop?▾
Badri is declared a SUPER HIT at the box office.
Where to watch Badri online? OTT release date?▾
Badri is available on aha, Sun NXT, YouTube. OTT date will be updated soon.
Who directed Badri?▾
Badri directed by Puri Jagannadh. Produced by Trivikrama Rao T..
Who are the main cast members of Badri?▾
Badri stars Pawan Kalyan, Ameesha Patel, Renu Desai.
What is the Tollybo rating for Badri?▾
Tollybo rates Badri 3.25/5. Verdict: SUPER HIT.
Who composed the music for Badri?▾
Music for Badri composed by Ramana Gogula.
What is the genre and runtime of Badri?▾
Badri — Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance, Runtime: 148 minutes, Language: Telugu.