Jai Simha (2018) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Jai Simha (2018) Review
Jai Simha (2018) is a Telugu action, comedy, drama film starring Nandamuri Balakrishna, Nayanthara, Prakash Raj. Directed by K. S. Ravikumar. Narasimha is a man on the run with his one-year-old son. He reaches Kumbakonam and stays at the house of the village temple's dharma karta's house. But while there, he bumps into Gowri who seems to dislike him for some reason, despite being his childhood friend. A death row inmate Rami Reddy also se... Our Rating: 2.5/5. Verdict: AVERAGE. Released: 12 Jan 2018. Runtime: 2h 45m.
Jai Simha(2018)
Telugu · Action, Comedy, Drama
2h 45m · 12 Jan 2018
DOP: C. Ramprasad | Writer: M. Rathnam
Ratings
Our Rating
2.5
📖 Story
Jai Simha is an action drama revolving around Narasimha, a fearless and righteous man who fights against injustice and corruption. The story unfolds as Narasimha confronts powerful antagonists to protect his family and uphold justice, blending intense action sequences with emotional moments.
Nandamuri Balakrishna: Powerful and commanding presence with high-energy action and emotional depth.
Nayanthara: Strong and graceful, providing a solid romantic and emotional counterpart.
Prakash Raj: Effective as the antagonist, delivering a menacing and impactful performance.
K. S. Ravikumar: Comic relief with situational humor, though limited in scope.
Nandamuri Balakrishna: Convincing in a supporting antagonist role.
Nayanthara: Brief but notable presence.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Nandamuri Balakrishna's charismatic performance
- ✓High-octane action sequences
- ✓Engaging emotional moments
- ✓Strong villain characterization
- ✓Mass appeal with commercial elements
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable storyline
- ✕Lengthy runtime
- ✕Some clichéd scenes
- ✕Underutilization of supporting cast
🎬 Direction & Writing
K. S. Ravikumar delivers a commercial entertainer with a focus on mass appeal, balancing action and drama effectively though relying on formulaic storytelling.
📰 Critic Reviews
Jai Simha is a much better movie from Balakrishna in recent times apart from Krish’s GPSK. Fans and Masses will embrace it. However, with its old school treatment, it alienates class and youth audience. As there is no much competition for Sankranthi season it will be the better choice in mass centers.
Release date : January 12, 2018 123telugu.com Rating : 3/5 Starring : Balakrishna, Nayanthara, Natasha Doshi, Hariprriya Director : K. S. Ravikumar…
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 2.25 | |
| 2.25 | |
| 2.75 | |
| 3 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
No collection data available yet.
🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
| Run | Centers |
|---|---|
| 50 Days Centers | 6 |
No awards data available.
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 35% |
| Negative | 25% |
Critics
Critics generally praised Balakrishna's performance and the action sequences but pointed out the predictable plot and length as drawbacks. The film was seen as a typical mass entertainer catering to fans of the lead actor.
Final Box-Office Result
🏟 Theatrical Centers Run
50 Days - Centers
| # | City | Theater | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hindupuram | Laxmi | — |
| 2 | Yemmiganuru | Mini Siva | — |
| 3 | Chilakaluripeta | RamaKrishna | — |
| 4 | Ponnuru | PVS | — |
| 5 | Solapur | LaxmiNarayana | — |
| 6 | Proddaturu | Archana | — |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Jai Simha release in theatres?▾
Jai Simha released on 12 January 2018 (2018).
Is Jai Simha a hit or flop?▾
Jai Simha is declared a AVERAGE at the box office.
Where to watch Jai Simha online? OTT release date?▾
Jai Simha is available on Sun NXT, Vi Movies and TV, MX Player from 23 April 2019.
Who directed Jai Simha?▾
Jai Simha directed by K. S. Ravikumar. Produced by Kalyan C.
Who are the main cast members of Jai Simha?▾
Jai Simha stars Nandamuri Balakrishna, Nayanthara, Prakash Raj.
What is the Tollybo rating for Jai Simha?▾
Tollybo rates Jai Simha 2.5/5. Verdict: AVERAGE.
What is the genre and runtime of Jai Simha?▾
Jai Simha — Genre: Action, Comedy, Drama, Runtime: 165 minutes, Language: Telugu.