Eega (2012) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
Last updated: 5 May 2026
Eega (2012) Review
Eega (2012) is a Telugu action, comedy, drama film directed by S. S. Rajamouli, starring Sudeepa, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Nani. Nani is a flower decorator, madly in love with his neighbor Bindhu. He gets killed by the baddie, Sudeep, a powerful businessman. Nani comes back as a housefly to get his revenge. Our Rating: 3.5/5. Verdict: BLOCKBUSTER. Released: 5 Jul 2012. Runtime: 2h 25m.
Eega(2012)
The Ultimate Revenge Story.
Telugu · Action, Comedy, Drama
2h 25m · 5 Jul 2012
Music: M.M. Keeravaani | DOP: K.K. Senthil Kumar | Writer: Ashwin Gangaraju
Ratings
Our Rating
3.5
📖 Story
Eega is a fantasy revenge drama where a man is murdered and reincarnated as a housefly. The fly then seeks to avenge his death by targeting the villain responsible, leading to a unique battle of wits and action between a tiny insect and a powerful antagonist.
Sudeepa: Powerful and menacing as the antagonist
Samantha Ruth Prabhu: Emotive and engaging as the female lead
Nani: Charming and relatable as the protagonist
S. S. Rajamouli: Supporting role with impact
Sudeepa: Comedic relief
Samantha Ruth Prabhu: Supporting role
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Innovative and original storyline
- ✓Visual effects and CGI
- ✓Strong performances
- ✓Engaging screenplay
- ✓Memorable music score
Weaknesses
- ✕Some pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Limited character development for supporting roles
🎬 Direction & Writing
S. S. Rajamouli's direction is imaginative and ambitious, successfully blending fantasy with emotional storytelling and technical brilliance to create a unique cinematic experience.
- - Visual Effects
- - Cinematography
- - Music
- - Editing
- - Production Design
📰 Ratings Sources
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Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
| Run | Centers |
|---|---|
| 50 Days Centers | 4 |
| Award | Category | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| National Film Award | Best Feature Film in Telugu | Won for outstanding cinematic achievement |
| Filmfare Awards South | Best Director | S. S. Rajamouli awarded for direction |
| Filmfare Awards South | Best Music Director | M.M. Keeravaani recognized for music |
🏆 Records & Box Office
- - Strong box office performance in Telugu states
- - Successful dubbed versions in Tamil and Hindi
- - Positive word of mouth and repeat audience
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 85% |
| Neutral | 10% |
| Negative | 5% |
Critics
Critics praised Eega for its originality, technical innovation, and engaging narrative. The film was lauded for its visual effects and performances, especially the portrayal of the antagonist and the creative use of a fly as the protagonist.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Eega release in theatres?▾
Eega released on 5 July 2012 (2012).
Is Eega a hit or flop?▾
Eega is declared a BLOCKBUSTER at the box office.
What is the budget of Eega?▾
Budget of Eega is approximately ₹5990000 Crore.
Where to watch Eega online? OTT release date?▾
Eega is available on Netflix, Prime Video, aha, JioHotstar, JioHotstar, YouTube, provider-27, iTunes, YouTube, Google Play. OTT date will be updated soon.
Who directed Eega?▾
Eega directed by S. S. Rajamouli. Produced by Sai Korrapati, Daggubati Suresh Babu.
Who are the main cast members of Eega?▾
Eega stars Sudeepa, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Nani.
What is the Tollybo rating for Eega?▾
Tollybo rates Eega 3.5/5. Verdict: BLOCKBUSTER.
Who composed the music for Eega?▾
Music for Eega composed by M.M. Keeravaani.
What is the genre and runtime of Eega?▾
Eega — Genre: Action, Comedy, Drama, Runtime: 145 minutes, Language: Telugu.