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Telugu · Drama
2h 6m · 19 Feb 1988
Music: Shyam | DOP: Ashok Kumar Agarwal | Writer: Prathap Pothan
Ratings
Our Rating
3
Daisy is a Telugu-language romantic drama that revolves around the life of Daisy, a young woman whose journey is marked by love, loss, and self-discovery. The narrative explores complex relationships and emotional turmoil, weaving a tale that balances moments of tenderness with intense drama. The story delves into themes of trust, sacrifice, and the pursuit of happiness against societal and personal obstacles.
Daisy presents a compelling story with a screenplay that carefully balances emotional depth and narrative progression. The first half establishes the characters and their relationships with a measured pace, allowing the audience to connect with their motivations and conflicts. The second half intensifies the drama, delivering impactful moments that keep viewers engaged, though some sequences may feel slightly drawn out.
The film's pacing is generally steady, with a few dips that slightly affect the momentum but do not detract significantly from the overall experience. The songs composed by Shyam are melodious and well-integrated into the narrative, enhancing the emotional tone without disrupting the flow. The background score complements the mood effectively, underscoring key scenes with subtlety and emotional resonance.
Cinematography by Ashok Kumar Agarwal captures the film’s settings with a warm and intimate visual style, supporting the story’s emotional core. While the screenplay is strong, certain plot points could have benefited from tighter editing to improve narrative clarity and pacing. Overall, Daisy is a well-crafted film that combines strong performances, music, and direction to deliver a memorable cinematic experience.
Sonia: Delivered a heartfelt and nuanced portrayal of Daisy, capturing the character's vulnerability and strength effectively.
Harish Kumar: Provided a sincere and engaging performance, complementing the lead with emotional depth.
Kamal Haasan: Brought gravitas and subtlety to his role, elevating the film with his seasoned acting skills.
Lakshmi: Offered a strong supporting performance, adding layers to the family dynamics portrayed.
Nedumudi Venu: Delivered a restrained and effective performance, contributing to the film’s emotional texture.
Sankaradi: Provided solid support in a character role, enhancing the narrative’s authenticity.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Prathap Pothan’s direction is sensitive and nuanced, focusing on character-driven storytelling. His writing successfully captures the emotional complexity of the narrative, though at times the screenplay could have been more concise. Overall, his vision brings out strong performances and maintains the film’s emotional core effectively.
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 60% |
| Neutral | 30% |
| Negative | 10% |
Due to the film's vintage status and limited archival availability, numeric critic ratings from major Telugu or Indian critic portals are not publicly available. However, contemporary reviews praised the film for its performances and music, noting its emotional storytelling and direction.
Final Box-Office Result
Daisy (Daisy) released on 19 February 1988 (1988).
Daisy (Daisy) is declared a ABOVE AVERAGE at the box office.
Daisy (Daisy) OTT release date not announced yet.
Daisy (Daisy) directed by Prathap Pothan.
Daisy (Daisy) stars Sonia, Harish Kumar, Kamal Haasan, Lakshmi, Nedumudi Venu.
Tollybo rates Daisy (Daisy) 3/5. Verdict: ABOVE AVERAGE.
Music for Daisy (Daisy) composed by Shyam.
Daisy (Daisy) — Genre: Drama, Runtime: 126 minutes, Language: Telugu.