Dongala Bandi (2008) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Dongala Bandi (2008) Review
A review of Dongala Bandi (2008) (Telugu comedy), directed by Satish Vegesna. Starring Allari Naresh, Tanya, Malishka. Three thieves steal the precious Nizam treasure and hide it in a safe place. The rest of the story is all about the treasure hunt that follows. Our Rating: 2.5/5. Verdict: AVERAGE. Released: 12 Dec 2008. Runtime: 2h 23m.
Dongala Bandi(2008)
No logic, only fun magic.
Telugu · Comedy
2h 23m · 12 Dec 2008
Writer: Satish Vegesna
Ratings
Our Rating
2.5
📖 Story
Dongala Bandi is a Telugu comedy film revolving around the misadventures of a petty thief and his encounters with various quirky characters, leading to a series of humorous situations and misunderstandings.
Allari Naresh: Energetic and comic timing suited the role well
Tanya: Adequate in her role with limited scope
Malishka: Provided good support in comedic scenes
Satish Vegesna: Effective in a supporting comic role
Allari Naresh: Consistent with his usual comic flair
Tanya: Added value to the comedy sequences
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Comedy sequences
- ✓Allari Naresh's performance
- ✓Light-hearted entertainment
Weaknesses
- ✕Weak storyline
- ✕Lack of technical finesse
- ✕Predictable plot
🎬 Direction & Writing
Satish Vegesna's direction focused on comedy and entertainment but lacked depth in storytelling and technical execution.
📰 Critic Reviews
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 1.5 |
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 | 40% |
| Neutral | 30% |
| Negative | 30% |
Critics
The film received mixed to average reviews, with critics appreciating the comedy and Allari Naresh's performance but criticizing the weak plot and technical aspects.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Dongala Bandi release in theatres?▾
Dongala Bandi released on 12 December 2008 (2008).
Is Dongala Bandi a hit or flop?▾
Dongala Bandi is declared a AVERAGE at the box office.
Where to watch Dongala Bandi online? OTT release date?▾
Dongala Bandi is available on Sun NXT, Vi Movies and TV, MX Player from 13 May 2017.
Who directed Dongala Bandi?▾
Dongala Bandi directed by Satish Vegesna.
Who are the main cast members of Dongala Bandi?▾
Dongala Bandi stars Allari Naresh, Tanya, Malishka.
What is the Tollybo rating for Dongala Bandi?▾
Tollybo rates Dongala Bandi 2.5/5. Verdict: AVERAGE.
What is the genre and runtime of Dongala Bandi?▾
Dongala Bandi — Genre: Comedy, Runtime: 143 minutes, Language: Telugu.