Bejawada (2011) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Bejawada (2011) Review
A review of Bejawada (2011) (Telugu action), directed by Vivek Krishna. Starring Naga Chaitanya Akkineni, Amala Paul, Prabhu. A fearless young man sets out to avenge his brother's death by eliminating the devious criminals responsible for the murder. In the process, he must also fight for justice and save the labourers' and students' unions from the gangster's ruthless tyranny. Will he succeed in his mission? Our Rating: 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER. Released: 1 Dec 2011. Runtime: 2h 14m.
Bejawada(2011)
Telugu · Action
2h 14m · 1 Dec 2011
Music: Bapi, Amar Mohile | DOP: Sapan Narula, S. K. Boopathy | Writer: Vivek Krishna
Ratings
Our Rating
1.75
📖 Story
Bejawada is a crime drama set in the city of Vijayawada, focusing on the violent rivalry between two factions. The story follows the life of a young man caught in the crossfire of political and gang wars, exploring themes of loyalty, revenge, and the impact of violence on families and society.
Naga Chaitanya Akkineni: Strong and intense portrayal of a conflicted youth caught in factional violence.
Amala Paul: Supportive role with limited scope, but delivered with sincerity.
Prabhu: Veteran presence adding gravitas to the faction leader role.
Vivek Krishna: Effective as the antagonist, bringing menace to the screen.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Authentic depiction of factional violence in Vijayawada
- ✓Strong performances by lead actors
- ✓Background score and music complementing the tense atmosphere
Weaknesses
- ✕Pacing issues with a slow first half
- ✕Predictable storyline with cliched elements
- ✕Direction lacked tightness and coherence
🎬 Direction & Writing
Vivek Krishna's direction showed promise in capturing the rawness of factional conflicts but suffered from inconsistent narrative flow and lack of engaging screenplay.
📰 Critic Reviews
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 2 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
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No awards data available.
🏆 Records & Box Office
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😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 30% |
| Neutral | 20% |
| Negative | 50% |
Critics
Critics generally found Bejawada to be an earnest attempt at portraying factional violence but criticized its weak screenplay and slow pacing. Performances were appreciated, especially by Naga Chaitanya, but the film failed to engage fully due to direction and writing flaws.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Bejawada release in theatres?▾
Bejawada released on 1 December 2011 (2011).
Is Bejawada a hit or flop?▾
Bejawada is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Where to watch Bejawada online? OTT release date?▾
Bejawada is available on Sun Nxt. OTT date will be updated soon.
Who directed Bejawada?▾
Bejawada directed by Vivek Krishna. Produced by Kiran Kumar Koneru, Ram Gopal Varma.
Who are the main cast members of Bejawada?▾
Bejawada stars Naga Chaitanya Akkineni, Amala Paul, Prabhu.
What is the Tollybo rating for Bejawada?▾
Tollybo rates Bejawada 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Who composed the music for Bejawada?▾
Music for Bejawada composed by Bapi, Amar Mohile.
What is the genre and runtime of Bejawada?▾
Bejawada — Genre: Action, Runtime: 134 minutes, Language: Telugu.