Bhaagamathie (2018) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Bhaagamathie (2018) Review
Bhaagamathie (2018) is a Telugu horror, thriller film directed by Ashok G., starring Anushka Shetty, Jayaram, Asha Sarath. Accused of murdering her husband, IAS officer Chanchala, is taken to a haunted house called Bhaaghamathie Bungalow, where police and CBI officials interrogate her to dig up dirt on a politician she had worked under. As she's left alone in the haunted house, spirits take control of her and IAS Chanch... Our Rating: 3/5. Verdict: HIT. Released: 26 Jan 2018. Runtime: 2h 22m.
Bhaagamathie(2018)
Telugu · Horror, Thriller
2h 22m · 26 Jan 2018
Music: S. Thaman | DOP: R. Madhi | Writer: Ashok G.
Ratings
Our Rating
3
📖 Story
Bhaagamathie is a horror thriller centered around a former IAS officer, Chanchala (Anushka Shetty), who is imprisoned in a haunted mansion while being interrogated for a high-profile corruption case. The story unfolds with supernatural elements intertwined with political conspiracy, revealing dark secrets and unexpected twists.
Anushka Shetty: Powerful and intense portrayal of a strong female lead balancing vulnerability and strength.
Jayaram: Effective as the investigating officer, providing a grounded counterbalance.
Asha Sarath: Strong supporting role adding depth to the narrative.
Ashok G.: Convincing in his role with notable screen presence.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Anushka Shetty's commanding performance
- ✓Engaging screenplay with suspense and twists
- ✓Effective blend of horror and thriller elements
- ✓Strong cinematography enhancing the eerie atmosphere
- ✓S. Thaman's background score elevating tension
Weaknesses
- ✕Some pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Predictability in few plot points
- ✕Supporting characters underdeveloped
🎬 Direction & Writing
Ashok G. delivers a taut and atmospheric narrative with a strong focus on the lead character. The direction maintains suspense effectively, though some narrative elements could have been tighter.
📰 Critic Reviews
Bhaagamathie is an average fare at best. First half has some nice horror thrill moments backed by exemplary Sound design and striking interval episode where Anushka has performed well as Bhaagamathie. As second half progresses, story takes an U-turn and deviates from horror genre to a typical political revenge mind-Ga…
Bhaagamathie is a kind of film that’s difficult make and difficult to position in Telugu market. Director and production house have packaged the film in such a way that it partly satisfies the people who look for horror elements and the audiences who seek thrill. Despite having a complicated screenplay, Bhaagamathie tr…
On the whole, Bhaagamathie is an engaging thriller with good horror and interesting twists at regular intervals. Anushka leads from the front and will surely pull the crowds with her standout performance. The film is made on a lavish scale and because of this, the thrills look quite good on screen. But the story is fa…
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 2.5 | |
| 2.75 | |
| 3 | |
| 3 | |
| 3.25 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
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🏆 Records & Box Office
- - Strong opening weekend
- - Sustained good collections in multiplexes
- - Positive word of mouth contributed to box office success
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 70% |
| Neutral | 20% |
| Negative | 10% |
Critics
Critics praised Bhaagamathie for its gripping storyline, Anushka Shetty's performance, and the effective use of horror-thriller elements. While some noted minor flaws in pacing and predictability, the overall reception was positive highlighting it as a refreshing genre film in Telugu cinema.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Bhaagamathie release in theatres?▾
Bhaagamathie released on 26 January 2018 (2018).
Is Bhaagamathie a hit or flop?▾
Bhaagamathie is declared a HIT at the box office.
Where to watch Bhaagamathie online? OTT release date?▾
Bhaagamathie is available on Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads. OTT date will be updated soon.
Who directed Bhaagamathie?▾
Bhaagamathie directed by Ashok G.. Produced by K. E. Gnanavelraja, Vamsi Krishna Reddy, Pramod Uppalapati.
Who are the main cast members of Bhaagamathie?▾
Bhaagamathie stars Anushka Shetty, Jayaram, Asha Sarath.
What is the Tollybo rating for Bhaagamathie?▾
Tollybo rates Bhaagamathie 3/5. Verdict: HIT.
Who composed the music for Bhaagamathie?▾
Music for Bhaagamathie composed by S. Thaman.
What is the genre and runtime of Bhaagamathie?▾
Bhaagamathie — Genre: Horror, Thriller, Runtime: 142 minutes, Language: Telugu.