Devil (2023) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
Last updated: 10 Jul 2026
Devil (2023) Review
Devil (2023), a Telugu action, drama, thriller movie starring Kalyan Ram, Samyuktha, Malavika Nair, is reviewed here. Directed by Abhishek Nama. A British secret agent takes up the job of solving a dark mystery. He is led into a web of love, deceit and betrayal. His success and failure can change the course of history. Our Rating: 2.25/5. Verdict: FLOP. Released: 29 Dec 2023. Runtime: 2h 24m.
Devil(2023)
The British Secret Agent
Telugu · Action, Drama, Thriller
2h 24m · 29 Dec 2023
Music: Harshavardhan Rameshwar | DOP: Soundararajan | Writer: Srikanth Vissa
Ratings
Our Rating
2.25
📖 Story
Devil is a Telugu action thriller revolving around a complex cat-and-mouse game where the protagonist, played by Kalyan Ram, navigates through intense challenges and confrontations to uncover hidden truths and fight against powerful adversaries.
Kalyan Ram: Strong and intense portrayal of the lead character with convincing action sequences.
Samyuktha: Supportive role with limited scope but delivered with sincerity.
Malavika Nair: Effective in her role, adding emotional depth.
Abhishek Nama: Notable supporting performance.
Kalyan Ram: Powerful antagonist presence.
Samyuktha: Memorable in his cameo role.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Engaging action sequences
- ✓Tense and gripping screenplay
- ✓Strong lead performance by Kalyan Ram
- ✓Effective background score by Harshavardhan Rameshwar
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable plot twists
- ✕Some pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Underutilization of female leads
🎬 Direction & Writing
Abhishek Nama delivers a taut and stylish thriller with a focus on action and suspense, though the narrative occasionally suffers from predictability and pacing lapses.
📰 Critic Reviews
Devil is an action thriller that happens in the pre-independence era. The makers have succeeded in hiding Netaji part of the story while promoting the film. It has added a bit of surprise to the film. The patriotism aspect is also injected in the 2nd half organically. Technical aspects of the film are good. Though ther…
On the whole, Devil is a watchable period action drama with an interesting storyline and impressive twists. Kalyan Ram is stunning in his role, and once again, the actor has chosen a different script. Samyukta Menon, Vassishta Simha, and Malvika Nair did justice to their respective roles. After a good start, the graph…
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 2.25 | |
| 2.5 | |
| 2.75 | |
| 3 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
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😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 35% |
| Negative | 25% |
Critics
Critics appreciated the film's action sequences and Kalyan Ram's performance but noted the film's predictability and pacing issues. The technical aspects, especially cinematography and music, were praised for complementing the thriller elements.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Devil release in theatres?▾
Devil released on 29 December 2023 (2023).
Is Devil a hit or flop?▾
Devil is declared a FLOP at the box office.
Where to watch Devil online? OTT release date?▾
Devil is available on Prime Video from 14 January 2024.
Who directed Devil?▾
Devil directed by Abhishek Nama. Produced by Abhishek Nama.
Who are the main cast members of Devil?▾
Devil stars Kalyan Ram, Samyuktha, Malavika Nair.
What is the Tollybo rating for Devil?▾
Tollybo rates Devil 2.25/5. Verdict: FLOP.
Who composed the music for Devil?▾
Music for Devil composed by Harshavardhan Rameshwar.
What is the genre and runtime of Devil?▾
Devil — Genre: Action, Drama, Thriller, Runtime: 144 minutes, Language: Telugu.