Gharana Donga (1980) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
Last updated: 5 May 2026
Gharana Donga (1980) Review
Gharana Donga (1980) (Telugu action, drama) — directed by K Raghavendra Rao. Featuring Krishna, Sridevi, Rao Gopal Rao. A desperate smuggler, Ravi, battles a corrupt police officer and his gang while trying to protect his love, Radha Our Rating: 3/5. Verdict: HIT. Produced by Vijaya Lakshmi Art Movies, Released: 29 Mar 1980.
Gharana Donga(1980)
Telugu · Action, Drama
0 · 29 Mar 1980
Music: K. Chakravarthy | Writer: Jandhyala Subramanya Sastry, Satyanand Pydipalli
Ratings
Our Rating
3
📖 Story
Gharana Donga is an action drama revolving around a heroic protagonist who fights against injustice and corruption to protect his family and society. The story blends elements of romance, action, and family sentiment, typical of Telugu cinema of the era.
Krishna: Energetic and charismatic, delivering a strong action-oriented role that helped cement his star status.
Sridevi: Graceful and expressive, providing a strong romantic and emotional counterpart.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Powerful performances by lead actors
- ✓Engaging action sequences
- ✓Memorable music and songs
- ✓Strong emotional appeal
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable storyline
- ✕Some melodramatic moments
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
🎬 Direction & Writing
K Raghavendra Rao's direction is vibrant and commercial, effectively balancing action, romance, and drama. The writing follows conventional formulas but keeps the audience engaged with crisp narration and well-staged sequences.
📰 Ratings Sources
No rating sources available.
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
No centers data available.
No awards data available.
🏆 Records & Box Office
- - Completed over 100 days in multiple centers
- - Strong box office performance in Telugu states
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 70% |
| Neutral | 20% |
| Negative | 10% |
Critics
No numeric critic ratings were found from the specified sources for this movie. Critical reception from available reviews highlights the film's entertainment value and star performances but lacks formal numeric scores.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Gharana Donga release in theatres?▾
Gharana Donga released on 29 March 1980 (1980).
Is Gharana Donga a hit or flop?▾
Gharana Donga is declared a HIT at the box office.
Where to watch Gharana Donga online? OTT release date?▾
Gharana Donga is available on Sun NXT, Eros Now from 13 May 2017.
Who directed Gharana Donga?▾
Gharana Donga directed by K Raghavendra Rao. Produced by Trivikrama Rao T..
Who are the main cast members of Gharana Donga?▾
Gharana Donga stars Krishna, Sridevi, Rao Gopal Rao.
What is the Tollybo rating for Gharana Donga?▾
Tollybo rates Gharana Donga 3/5. Verdict: HIT.
Who composed the music for Gharana Donga?▾
Music for Gharana Donga composed by K. Chakravarthy.
What is the genre and runtime of Gharana Donga?▾
Gharana Donga — Genre: Action, Drama, Language: Telugu.