Bheeshma (2020) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Bheeshma (2020) Review
Bheeshma (2020) (Telugu romance, action, comedy) — directed by Venky Kudumula. Starring Nithiin, Rashmika Mandanna, Anant Nag. Bheeshma Prasad, a simple meme creator has his life turned around when he wages a war against a powerful agro company that creates harmful chemicals to increase the crop yield and make more money. Our Rating: 3/5. Verdict: HIT. Released: 21 Feb 2020. Runtime: 2h 31m.
Bheeshma(2020)
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Telugu · Romance, Action, Comedy
2h 31m · 21 Feb 2020
Music: Mahati Swara Sagar | DOP: Sai Sriram
Ratings
Our Rating
3
📖 Story
Bheeshma follows the story of a young man who joins an organic farming company and falls in love with the CEO's granddaughter. The film explores themes of love, corporate rivalry, and sustainable agriculture, wrapped in a comedic and romantic narrative.
Nithiin: Charismatic and energetic, Nithiin delivers a lively performance with good comic timing.
Rashmika Mandanna: Charming and vibrant, Rashmika brings freshness and chemistry to the screen.
Anant Nag: Provides a solid supporting role with a calm and authoritative presence.
Venky Kudumula: Adds comic relief with his quirky and humorous portrayal.
Nithiin: Effective as the antagonist with a convincing performance.
Rashmika Mandanna: Delivers a strong supporting role with intensity.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Engaging romantic comedy with good humor
- ✓Strong chemistry between lead actors
- ✓Refreshing take on organic farming theme
- ✓Pleasant music and background score
- ✓Good production values and cinematography
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable storyline
- ✕Some pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Certain comedic scenes feel repetitive
🎬 Direction & Writing
Venky Kudumula's direction is energetic and youthful, successfully blending romance and comedy with a socially relevant theme. The writing is light-hearted, though occasionally formulaic, but overall entertaining.
📰 Critic Reviews
Bheeshma is a script that depends heavily on entertainment and the story has universal acceptability for all kinds of audience. Plus points are lead pair, entertainment and the basic plot. On the flipside, one wonders what made Anant Nag choose hero for such a critical job. Though it has an uneven tempo, the regular do…
On the whole, Bheeshma is romantic comedy which has well packaged entertainment thrown at regular intervals. Clean comedy, good performances and breezy narration are huge assets of this film. Nithin will get his much deserved hit he was looking for. Except for a simple story line and some over the top scenes, this film…
Bheeshma is a surprise package with its clean comedy, skillful direction and screenplay. Director Venky Kudumula has executed a simple plot with a contemporary thought process. The thin story line and partly boring 2nd half are only negative aspects of the film. Overall, Bheeshma may turn up as a winner at the Boxoffi…
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 3 | |
| 3 | |
| 3.5 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
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🏆 Records & Box Office
- - Grossed well in Telugu states
- - Strong opening weekend
- - Sustained decent collections in subsequent weeks
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 65% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 10% |
Critics
Critics generally praised Bheeshma for its entertaining blend of romance and comedy, strong performances by the lead cast, and its fresh theme of organic farming. However, some noted the predictable plot and uneven pacing as drawbacks.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Bheeshma release in theatres?▾
Bheeshma released on 21 February 2020 (2020).
Is Bheeshma a hit or flop?▾
Bheeshma is declared a HIT at the box office.
Where to watch Bheeshma online? OTT release date?▾
Bheeshma is available on Sun NXT, Vi Movies and TV from 25 April 2020.
Who directed Bheeshma?▾
Bheeshma directed by Venky Kudumula. Produced by PDV Prasad, Suryadevara Naga Vamsi.
Who are the main cast members of Bheeshma?▾
Bheeshma stars Nithiin, Rashmika Mandanna, Anant Nag.
What is the Tollybo rating for Bheeshma?▾
Tollybo rates Bheeshma 3/5. Verdict: HIT.
Who composed the music for Bheeshma?▾
Music for Bheeshma composed by Mahati Swara Sagar.
What is the genre and runtime of Bheeshma?▾
Bheeshma — Genre: Romance, Action, Comedy, Runtime: 151 minutes, Language: Telugu.