Dhairyam (2005) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
Last updated: 5 May 2026
Dhairyam (2005) Review
Dhairyam (2005) is a Telugu romance film starring Nithiin, Raima Sen, Tanikella Bharani. Directed by Teja. Seenu is the son of a municipality truck driver Bonala Bikshapati. Mallika is the daughter of a millionaire Somalinga Raju. Seenu and Mallika are classmates and fall in love. Irritated by this, Somalinga Raju puts Seenu in jail on false charges. The second half is all about how Seenu bids for a grea... Our Rating: 1.5/5. Verdict: DISASTER. Released: 12 Feb 2005. Runtime: 2h 55m.
Dhairyam(2005)
Guts to Love
Telugu · Romance
2h 55m · 12 Feb 2005
Writer: Teja
Ratings
Our Rating
1.5
📖 Story
Dhairyam follows the story of a young man who confronts various challenges and adversities with courage and determination to protect his loved ones and uphold justice.
Nithiin: Energetic and convincing as the protagonist, carrying the emotional weight of the film.
Raima Sen: Adequate in the female lead role with limited scope.
Tanikella Bharani: Strong supporting role, adding depth to the narrative.
Teja: Provided comic relief with his usual timing.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Nithiin's performance and screen presence
- ✓Engaging action sequences
- ✓Emotional core of the story
- ✓Effective supporting cast
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable storyline
- ✕Lack of novelty in screenplay
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
🎬 Direction & Writing
Teja delivers a straightforward narrative focusing on action and drama, though the screenplay lacks freshness and suffers from pacing inconsistencies.
📰 Critic Reviews
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 2.5 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
No collection data available yet.
🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
No centers data available.
No awards data available.
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | Moderate |
| Neutral | Moderate |
| Negative | Moderate |
Critics
Critics appreciated Nithiin's energetic performance and the film's emotional moments but pointed out the predictable plot and lack of innovation in direction.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Dhairyam release in theatres?▾
Dhairyam released on 12 February 2005 (2005).
Is Dhairyam a hit or flop?▾
Dhairyam is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Where to watch Dhairyam online? OTT release date?▾
Dhairyam is available on Hungama Play, Vi Movies and TV. OTT date will be updated soon.
Who directed Dhairyam?▾
Dhairyam directed by Teja. Produced by N. Sudhakar Reddy.
Who are the main cast members of Dhairyam?▾
Dhairyam stars Nithiin, Raima Sen, Tanikella Bharani.
What is the Tollybo rating for Dhairyam?▾
Tollybo rates Dhairyam 1.5/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
What is the genre and runtime of Dhairyam?▾
Dhairyam — Genre: Romance, Runtime: 175 minutes, Language: Telugu.