Dongaata (1997) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
Last updated: 26 Mar 2026
Dongaata (1997) Review
Dongaata (1997) — a Telugu drama movie directed by Kodi Ramakrishna. The cast includes Jagapati Babu, Soundarya, Suresh. A thief boards a train intending to steal a young woman’s necklace, but after she’s betrayed by her lover, he unexpectedly becomes the one she can rely on. Our Rating: 2.75/5. Verdict: AVERAGE. Released: 11 Jun 1997. Runtime: 2h 18m.
Dongaata(1997)
Telugu · Drama
2h 18m · 11 Jun 1997
Music: Bharadwaj | DOP: S. Gopala Reddy | Writer: Diwakar Babu
Ratings
Our Rating
2.75
📰 Critic Reviews
First half is alright with a good twist in the interval. Second half has got interesting screenplay. On the flip side, the comedy (Brahmanandam & Pruthvi) should have been better in first half and orphanage episodes in second half appear prolonged. On a whole, Dongata is a thriller with an interesting screenplay. Donga…
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
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| 3 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
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😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
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Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Dongaata release in theatres?▾
Dongaata released on 11 June 1997 (1997).
Is Dongaata a hit or flop?▾
Dongaata is declared a AVERAGE at the box office.
Where to watch Dongaata online? OTT release date?▾
Dongaata OTT release date not announced yet.
Who directed Dongaata?▾
Dongaata directed by Kodi Ramakrishna. Produced by K. L. Narayana.
Who are the main cast members of Dongaata?▾
Dongaata stars Jagapati Babu, Soundarya, Suresh.
What is the Tollybo rating for Dongaata?▾
Tollybo rates Dongaata 2.75/5. Verdict: AVERAGE.
Who composed the music for Dongaata?▾
Music for Dongaata composed by Bharadwaj.
What is the genre and runtime of Dongaata?▾
Dongaata — Genre: Drama, Runtime: 138 minutes, Language: Telugu.