Boni (2009) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Boni (2009) Review
Boni (2009) — a Telugu action, adventure, comedy movie directed by Pippalla Raj. The cast includes Sumanth, Kriti Kharbanda, Tanikella Bharani. DD and Chinna are are brought up in an orphanage. They are very fond of Saraswatamma who took care of them. Saraswatamma is very good at preparing tamarind rice (pulihora). DD wants to start a pulihora center on the memory of Saraswatamma when he grows up. He needs 7 lacs for that. In order to earn ... Our Rating: 2/5. Verdict: DISASTER. Released: 12 Jun 2009. Runtime: 2h 28m.
Boni(2009)
Telugu · Action, Adventure, Comedy
2h 28m · 12 Jun 2009
Writer: Pippalla Raj
Ratings
Our Rating
2
📖 Story
Boni is a Telugu romantic drama revolving around the life of a young man who struggles to find his place in the world while navigating love and family expectations.
Sumanth: Earnest and sincere portrayal of the protagonist
Kriti Kharbanda: Promising debut with natural screen presence
Tanikella Bharani: Strong supporting role adding depth
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Fresh romantic storyline
- ✓Good chemistry between lead actors
- ✓Engaging emotional moments
Weaknesses
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Lack of strong technical backing
- ✕Predictable plot twists
🎬 Direction & Writing
Pippalla Raj delivers a straightforward narrative focusing on emotions but lacks innovation in storytelling and technical finesse.
📰 Critic Reviews
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 2 | |
| 2.25 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
No collection data available yet.
🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
No centers data available.
No awards data available.
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 30% |
| Neutral | 40% |
| Negative | 30% |
Critics
The film received mixed reviews with appreciation for performances but criticism for its slow pace and conventional storyline.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Boni release in theatres?▾
Boni released on 12 June 2009 (2009).
Is Boni a hit or flop?▾
Boni is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Where to watch Boni online? OTT release date?▾
Boni is available on Sun NXT, Vi Movies and TV, MX Player from 13 May 2017.
Who directed Boni?▾
Boni directed by Pippalla Raj. Produced by Ramana Gogula.
Who are the main cast members of Boni?▾
Boni stars Sumanth, Kriti Kharbanda, Tanikella Bharani.
What is the Tollybo rating for Boni?▾
Tollybo rates Boni 2/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
What is the genre and runtime of Boni?▾
Boni — Genre: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Runtime: 148 minutes, Language: Telugu.