Bharat Ane Nenu (2018) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Bharat Ane Nenu (2018) Review
Bharat Ane Nenu (2018) (Telugu action, drama, thriller) — directed by Koratala Siva. Starring Mahesh Babu, Kiara Advani, Prakash Raj. Bharat, a graduate from Oxford, is forced to take up his father's position as the chief minister after his sudden demise. He is not happy with the way government is functioning in the state and tries to reform the corrupt society but faces obstacles from his enemies. Our Rating: 3/5. Verdict: HIT. Released: 19 Apr 2018. Runtime: 2h 53m.
Bharat Ane Nenu(2018)
Telugu · Action, Drama, Thriller
2h 53m · 19 Apr 2018
Music: Devi Sri Prasad | DOP: Ravi K. Chandran, S. Thirunavukkarasu | Writer: Rajan Agarwal, Srihari Nanu, Koratala Siva
Ratings
Our Rating
3
📖 Story
Bharat Ane Nenu follows the journey of Bharat, a young and dynamic graduate who unexpectedly becomes the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh. Faced with political corruption and challenges, he vows to bring reform and integrity to the government, tackling entrenched systems and inspiring change.
Mahesh Babu: Charismatic and commanding portrayal of a principled Chief Minister, balancing intensity with emotional depth.
Kiara Advani: Supportive and graceful role as Bharat's love interest, providing emotional balance.
Prakash Raj: Strong presence as a seasoned politician, adding gravitas to the political drama.
Koratala Siva: Effective in a pivotal role contributing to the political narrative.
Mahesh Babu: Notable supporting role adding emotional layers.
Kiara Advani: Solid performance in a key supporting role.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Strong lead performance by Mahesh Babu
- ✓Engaging political drama with relevant themes
- ✓Powerful dialogues and impactful screenplay
- ✓High production values and technical finesse
- ✓Effective background score by Devi Sri Prasad
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable storyline in parts
- ✕Some pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Supporting characters underutilized
🎬 Direction & Writing
Koratala Siva delivers a well-crafted political drama with a clear vision, blending commercial elements with a message-driven narrative. The direction maintains a balance between entertainment and social commentary.
📰 Critic Reviews
Koratala Siva understands the body language and strengths of Mahesh Babu very well and writes a script that suits the personal sensibilities and body language of Mahesh Babu (just like the way he understood and presented the strengths of Mahesh Babu in Srimanthudu). After Srimanthudu, he shows Mahesh Babu in a positive…
‘Bharat Ane Nenu’ is a super hit mass & class appealing film. Major highlights are Bharath’s characterization, Maheshbabu’s unarguably career best looks, lavish production values , Koratala’s dialogues , superb songs and epic action episodes all are tightly packed. On flip side , with so many highly elevated scenes, po…
On the whole, Bharath Ane Nenu is a highly captivating political drama which clicks from the word go. Credit should go to Mahesh for not only accepting such a script but leading from the front with his career-best performance. Mahesh’s fans will have a blast as the film will do exceptionally well in both the domestic a…
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 3 | |
| 3.25 | |
| 3.5 | |
| 3.75 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
No collection data available yet.
🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
| Run | Centers |
|---|---|
| 50 Days Centers | 25 |
| 100 Days Centers | 1 |
No awards data available.
🏆 Records & Box Office
- - Strong opening weekend
- - Sustained box office performance
- - Positive word of mouth contributed to collections
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 70% |
| Neutral | 20% |
| Negative | 10% |
Critics
Critics praised Bharat Ane Nenu for its strong lead performance, engaging political narrative, and technical excellence. The film was noted for its timely themes and impactful dialogues, though some reviews pointed out pacing issues and a somewhat predictable plot.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Bharat Ane Nenu release in theatres?▾
Bharat Ane Nenu released on 19 April 2018 (2018).
Is Bharat Ane Nenu a hit or flop?▾
Bharat Ane Nenu is declared a HIT at the box office.
What is the budget of Bharat Ane Nenu?▾
Budget of Bharat Ane Nenu is approximately ₹11000000 Crore.
Where to watch Bharat Ane Nenu online? OTT release date?▾
Bharat Ane Nenu is available on Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads from 19 April 2018.
Who directed Bharat Ane Nenu?▾
Bharat Ane Nenu directed by Koratala Siva. Produced by DVV Danayya.
Who are the main cast members of Bharat Ane Nenu?▾
Bharat Ane Nenu stars Mahesh Babu, Kiara Advani, Prakash Raj.
What is the Tollybo rating for Bharat Ane Nenu?▾
Tollybo rates Bharat Ane Nenu 3/5. Verdict: HIT.
Who composed the music for Bharat Ane Nenu?▾
Music for Bharat Ane Nenu composed by Devi Sri Prasad.
What is the genre and runtime of Bharat Ane Nenu?▾
Bharat Ane Nenu — Genre: Action, Drama, Thriller, Runtime: 173 minutes, Language: Telugu.