Boyfriend For Hire (2022) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Boyfriend For Hire (2022) Review
Released on 14 Oct 2022, Boyfriend For Hire (2022) is a Telugu comedy, romance movie starring Viswant Duddumpudi, Malavika Satheesan, Pooja Ramachandran. Directed by Santosh Kambhampati. Arjun, a socially awkward youngster undergoes a tectonic shift, from someone who is uncomfortable with girls to someone who charges money to be hired as their boyfriend. He is smitten by a beautiful girl Divya, and to his surprise, she hires him to solve a problem. Our Rating: 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER. Runtime: 2h 2m.
Boyfriend For Hire(2022)
Ready to HIre
Telugu · Comedy, Romance
2h 2m · 14 Oct 2022
Music: Gopi Sundar | DOP: Bala Saraswathi | Writer: Santosh Kambhampati
Ratings
Our Rating
1.75
📖 Story
Boyfriend For Hire is a Telugu romantic comedy that revolves around a young woman who hires a man to pose as her boyfriend to navigate social and familial pressures, leading to humorous and heartfelt situations that explore modern relationships.
Viswant Duddumpudi: Natural and charming in the lead role, effectively delivering comic timing.
Malavika Satheesan: Engaging and expressive, bringing freshness to her character.
Pooja Ramachandran: Supportive role with decent screen presence.
Santosh Kambhampati: Provides comic relief with a confident performance.
Viswant Duddumpudi: Adequate supporting role.
Malavika Satheesan: Contributes to the humor effectively.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Light-hearted and entertaining romantic comedy
- ✓Good chemistry between lead actors
- ✓Engaging screenplay with situational humor
- ✓Pleasant music score by Gopi Sundar
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable storyline
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Lack of depth in character development
🎬 Direction & Writing
Santosh Kambhampati delivers a breezy romantic comedy with a focus on youthful relationships, though the narrative occasionally suffers from predictability and uneven pacing.
- - Music by Gopi Sundar
- - Cinematography by Bala Saraswathi
- - Editing that maintains a light tone
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Our Rating
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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
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😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 35% |
| Negative | 25% |
Critics
Critics generally found Boyfriend For Hire to be a feel-good entertainer with decent performances and music, though many noted its predictable plot and lack of novelty. The film was appreciated for its light humor and youthful vibe but did not impress as a standout romantic comedy.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Boyfriend For Hire release in theatres?▾
Boyfriend For Hire released on 14 October 2022 (2022).
Is Boyfriend For Hire a hit or flop?▾
Boyfriend For Hire is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Where to watch Boyfriend For Hire online? OTT release date?▾
Boyfriend For Hire is available on aha from 16 March 2023.
Who directed Boyfriend For Hire?▾
Boyfriend For Hire directed by Santosh Kambhampati. Produced by S.Nirajan Reddy, Venu Madhav Peddi.
Who are the main cast members of Boyfriend For Hire?▾
Boyfriend For Hire stars Viswant Duddumpudi, Malavika Satheesan, Pooja Ramachandran.
What is the Tollybo rating for Boyfriend For Hire?▾
Tollybo rates Boyfriend For Hire 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Who composed the music for Boyfriend For Hire?▾
Music for Boyfriend For Hire composed by Gopi Sundar.
What is the genre and runtime of Boyfriend For Hire?▾
Boyfriend For Hire — Genre: Comedy, Romance, Runtime: 122 minutes, Language: Telugu.