Darling (2010) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
Last updated: 5 May 2026
Darling (2010) Review
Darling (2010) — a Telugu comedy, drama, romance movie directed by A. Karunakaran. The cast includes Prabhas, Kajal Aggarwal, Prabhu. Prabha prepares to meet Nandini, his childhood friend, at a reunion party organised by his father. However, things take a turn when Nisha, a gangster's daughter, falls in love with him. Our Rating: 3.25/5. Verdict: SUPER HIT. Released: 23 Apr 2010. Runtime: 2h 32m.
Darling(2010)
Telugu · Comedy, Drama, Romance
2h 32m · 23 Apr 2010
Music: G. V. Prakash Kumar | DOP: Andrew | Writer: Darling Swamy
Ratings
Our Rating
3.25
📖 Story
Darling is a romantic comedy that revolves around Prabha, a young man who falls in love with Nandini. The story explores their love journey filled with humor, misunderstandings, and emotional moments, set against the backdrop of family dynamics and friendship.
Prabhas: Energetic and charming, effectively portraying the romantic hero with a good comic timing.
Kajal Aggarwal: Graceful and engaging, delivering a natural and appealing performance as the female lead.
Prabhu: Strong supporting role, adding depth to the family drama aspect.
A. Karunakaran: Convincing in the maternal role, adding emotional weight.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Engaging romantic comedy storyline
- ✓Strong chemistry between lead actors
- ✓Good blend of humor and emotion
- ✓Pleasant music score by G. V. Prakash Kumar
- ✓Effective cinematography by Andrew
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable plot elements
- ✕Some pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Supporting characters underutilized
🎬 Direction & Writing
A. Karunakaran delivers a commercially appealing romantic comedy with a focus on light-hearted entertainment and emotional moments. The direction maintains a steady pace with a mix of humor and sentiment, though the narrative lacks novelty.
📰 Critic Reviews
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 3 | |
| 3 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
No collection data available yet.
🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
| Run | Centers |
|---|---|
| 50 Days Centers | 81 |
| 100 Days Centers | 14 |
No awards data available.
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 60% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 15% |
Critics
Critics generally appreciated the chemistry between the leads and the entertaining romantic comedy elements. The music and cinematography received positive mentions, though some noted the predictable storyline and lack of depth in supporting roles.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Darling release in theatres?▾
Darling released on 23 April 2010 (2010).
Is Darling a hit or flop?▾
Darling is declared a SUPER HIT at the box office.
Where to watch Darling online? OTT release date?▾
Darling is available on MX Player. OTT date will be updated soon.
Who directed Darling?▾
Darling directed by A. Karunakaran. Produced by B. V. S. N. Prasad.
Who are the main cast members of Darling?▾
Darling stars Prabhas, Kajal Aggarwal, Prabhu.
What is the Tollybo rating for Darling?▾
Tollybo rates Darling 3.25/5. Verdict: SUPER HIT.
Who composed the music for Darling?▾
Music for Darling composed by G. V. Prakash Kumar.
What is the genre and runtime of Darling?▾
Darling — Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance, Runtime: 152 minutes, Language: Telugu.