Chandralekha (1998) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Chandralekha (1998) Review
A review of Chandralekha (1998) (Telugu comedy, romance), directed by Pasupuleti Krishna Vamsi. Starring Nagarjuna Akkineni, Ramya Krishnan, Isha Koppikar. Chandralekha is a 1998 Telugu film, directed by Krishna Vamsi. The film stars Akkineni Nagarjuna, Ramya Krishna, and Bollywood actress Isha Koppikar in the lead roles. Sandeep Chowtha scored music for the film. This is the second combination of Nagarjuna-Vamsi-Chowtha after Ninne Pelladatha. Bollywo... Our Rating: 2.5/5. Verdict: BELOW AVERAGE. Released: 31 Jul 1998. Runtime: 2h 35m.
Chandralekha(1998)
Telugu · Comedy, Romance
2h 35m · 31 Jul 1998
Writer: Priyadarshan, Fazil, Y. Venkatram
Ratings
Our Rating
2.5
📖 Story
Chandralekha is a romantic action drama that revolves around the life of Chandram, a carefree and spirited young man, whose life takes a turn when he meets and falls in love with Chandralekha. The story explores themes of love, family conflicts, and redemption as Chandram navigates through challenges posed by societal norms and personal vendettas.
Nagarjuna Akkineni: Charismatic and energetic, delivering a strong and engaging lead performance.
Ramya Krishnan: Powerful and intense, effectively portraying a complex character.
Isha Koppikar: Graceful and charming, adding freshness to the narrative.
Pasupuleti Krishna Vamsi: Supportive and convincing in a character role.
Nagarjuna Akkineni: Adequate in a supporting role.
Ramya Krishnan: Provides comic relief with timing and presence.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Strong lead performances
- ✓Engaging romantic and action sequences
- ✓Effective emotional moments
- ✓Popular soundtrack (though music director not specified)
- ✓Good production values
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable storyline
- ✕Some pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Supporting characters underdeveloped
🎬 Direction & Writing
Pasupuleti Krishna Vamsi delivers a commercially appealing film blending romance and action with emotional depth, though the narrative occasionally suffers from predictability and uneven pacing.
📰 Critic Reviews
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 6.6 | |
| 3.3 | |
| 0 | |
| 49 | |
| 64 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
No centers data available.
No awards data available.
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 35% |
| Negative | 25% |
Critics
Critics praised the lead performances and emotional core of the film while noting flaws in the screenplay and pacing. The film received mixed to positive reviews overall.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Chandralekha release in theatres?▾
Chandralekha released on 31 July 1998 (1998).
Is Chandralekha a hit or flop?▾
Chandralekha is declared a BELOW AVERAGE at the box office.
Where to watch Chandralekha online? OTT release date?▾
Chandralekha is available on Hungama Play. OTT date will be updated soon.
Who directed Chandralekha?▾
Chandralekha directed by Pasupuleti Krishna Vamsi. Produced by Nagarjuna Akkineni.
Who are the main cast members of Chandralekha?▾
Chandralekha stars Nagarjuna Akkineni, Ramya Krishnan, Isha Koppikar.
What is the Tollybo rating for Chandralekha?▾
Tollybo rates Chandralekha 2.5/5. Verdict: BELOW AVERAGE.
What is the genre and runtime of Chandralekha?▾
Chandralekha — Genre: Comedy, Romance, Runtime: 155 minutes, Language: Telugu.