Desamuduru (2007) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Desamuduru (2007) Review
Desamuduru (2007), a Telugu action, drama, romance movie starring Allu Arjun, Hansika Motwani, Pradeep Ram Singh Rawat, is reviewed here. Directed by Puri Jagannadh. After Bala, who works for a TV channel, gets into trouble with a goon, he is sent away for an out-of-town assignment. There he meets and falls in love with a girl who gets kidnapped by a gangster. Our Rating: 3.25/5. Verdict: BLOCKBUSTER. Released: 12 Jan 2007. Runtime: 2h 22m.
Desamuduru(2007)
Telugu · Action, Drama, Romance
2h 22m · 12 Jan 2007
Music: Chakri | DOP: Shyam K. Naidu | Writer: Puri Jagannadh, Gopal Ram
Ratings
Our Rating
3.25
📖 Story
Desamuduru follows Bala Govind, a fearless journalist who is assigned to cover a spiritual leader. Along the way, he falls in love with the leader's sister, leading to a mix of action, romance, and drama as he fights against antagonists threatening their lives.
Allu Arjun: Energetic and charismatic, delivering a strong action-hero persona with impressive dance and fight sequences.
Hansika Motwani: Charming and expressive, effectively portraying the romantic interest with grace.
Pradeep Ram Singh Rawat: Convincing as the antagonist, adding intensity to the conflict.
Puri Jagannadh: Supportive role with adequate screen presence.
Allu Arjun: Effective in a negative role, complementing the main antagonist.
Hansika Motwani: Provided solid supporting performance.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Allu Arjun's energetic performance and screen presence
- ✓Puri Jagannadh's fast-paced direction
- ✓Chakri's catchy music and background score
- ✓Stylish cinematography by Shyam K. Naidu
- ✓Engaging action sequences
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable storyline
- ✕Some clichéd dialogues
- ✕Occasional pacing issues in the second half
🎬 Direction & Writing
Puri Jagannadh delivers a commercial entertainer with a mix of action, romance, and drama. His direction keeps the film engaging with a focus on the hero's charisma and mass appeal, though the narrative lacks novelty.
- - Cinematography by Shyam K. Naidu
- - Music by Chakri
- - Editing by Marthand K. Venkatesh
- - Action choreography
- - Production design
📰 Ratings Sources
No rating sources available.
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
No collection data available yet.
🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
| Run | Centers |
|---|---|
| 50 Days Centers | 243 |
| 100 Days Centers | 129 |
| 175 Days Centers | 10 |
No awards data available.
🏆 Records & Box Office
- - Successful theatrical run
- - Completed 50 days in multiple centers
- - Completed 100 days in select centers
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 65% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 10% |
Critics
Critics praised Allu Arjun's performance and the film's energetic pace, music, and action sequences. However, some noted the predictable plot and routine screenplay. Overall, it was seen as a commercial entertainer that catered well to the mass audience.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Desamuduru release in theatres?▾
Desamuduru released on 12 January 2007 (2007).
Is Desamuduru a hit or flop?▾
Desamuduru is declared a BLOCKBUSTER at the box office.
Where to watch Desamuduru online? OTT release date?▾
Desamuduru is available on YouTube, Sun NXT, YouTube. OTT date will be updated soon.
Who directed Desamuduru?▾
Desamuduru directed by Puri Jagannadh. Produced by DVV Danayya.
Who are the main cast members of Desamuduru?▾
Desamuduru stars Allu Arjun, Hansika Motwani, Pradeep Ram Singh Rawat.
What is the Tollybo rating for Desamuduru?▾
Tollybo rates Desamuduru 3.25/5. Verdict: BLOCKBUSTER.
Who composed the music for Desamuduru?▾
Music for Desamuduru composed by Chakri.
What is the genre and runtime of Desamuduru?▾
Desamuduru — Genre: Action, Drama, Romance, Runtime: 142 minutes, Language: Telugu.