Jaanu (2020) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Jaanu (2020) Review
Jaanu (2020) (Telugu drama, romance) — directed by C. Prem Kumar. Featuring Sharwanand, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Gouri G Kishan. Decades post-high school, Ram and Jaanu meet at their school's reunion and explore their past thoughts consisting of affection, care, depth and grieve all over the period of one evening. Our Rating: 2.5/5. Verdict: FLOP. Produced by Sri Venkateswara Creations, Released: 6 Feb 2020. Runtime: 2h 31m.
Jaanu(2020)
Telugu · Drama, Romance
2h 31m · 6 Feb 2020
Music: Govindh Vasantha | DOP: Mahendran Jayaraju
Ratings
Our Rating
2.5
📖 Story
Jaanu is a romantic drama that explores the deep and enduring love between two college friends, Ram and Jaanu, who reunite after years apart. The film delves into their past memories, emotional struggles, and the complexities of their relationship as they confront their feelings and the realities of life.
Sharwanand: Subtle and heartfelt portrayal of Ram, capturing the nuances of a mature romantic lead.
Samantha Ruth Prabhu: Graceful and emotionally resonant performance as Jaanu, effectively conveying vulnerability and strength.
Gouri G Kishan: Supportive role with a natural presence.
C. Prem Kumar: Brief but impactful role.
Sharwanand: Comic relief with timing and charm.
Samantha Ruth Prabhu: Supporting role adding to the narrative texture.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Emotional depth and mature storytelling
- ✓Strong lead performances by Sharwanand and Samantha
- ✓Melodious and soulful music by Govindh Vasantha
- ✓Beautiful cinematography capturing intimate moments
- ✓Realistic and relatable portrayal of relationships
Weaknesses
- ✕Slow pacing in parts
- ✕Lack of commercial elements may affect mass appeal
- ✕Some supporting characters underutilized
🎬 Direction & Writing
C. Prem Kumar delivers a sensitive and nuanced direction focusing on character-driven storytelling. The writing emphasizes emotional realism and subtlety over melodrama, maintaining a consistent tone throughout.
📰 Critic Reviews
The viewers of this film can be categorised into two types. People who have watched the original Tamil film ‘96 and those who haven’t watched. I belong to the second category. Though it’s a Tamil remake, we feel like watching a straight film. Emotions in the film are genuine and casting is perfect. On the flipside, the…
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 3.25 |
Our Rating
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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
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😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 60% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 15% |
Critics
Critics praised Jaanu for its heartfelt performances and emotional depth, highlighting the chemistry between the leads and the film's mature approach to romance. Some noted the slow pacing as a drawback but appreciated the film's sincerity and technical finesse.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Jaanu release in theatres?▾
Jaanu released on 6 February 2020 (2020).
Is Jaanu a hit or flop?▾
Jaanu is declared a FLOP at the box office.
Where to watch Jaanu online? OTT release date?▾
Jaanu is available on Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads. OTT date will be updated soon.
Who directed Jaanu?▾
Jaanu directed by C. Prem Kumar. Produced by Shirish, Dil Raju.
Who are the main cast members of Jaanu?▾
Jaanu stars Sharwanand, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Gouri G Kishan.
What is the Tollybo rating for Jaanu?▾
Tollybo rates Jaanu 2.5/5. Verdict: FLOP.
Who composed the music for Jaanu?▾
Music for Jaanu composed by Govindh Vasantha.
What is the genre and runtime of Jaanu?▾
Jaanu — Genre: Drama, Romance, Runtime: 151 minutes, Language: Telugu.