Janatha Garage (2016) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Janatha Garage (2016) Review
Janatha Garage (2016) is a Telugu action, drama film directed by Koratala Siva, starring N.T. Rama Rao Jr., Mohanlal, Unni Mukundan. Anand is an environmental activist who lives in Mumbai. A chance exchange programme takes him to Hyderabad and here, a chance encounter with Satyam results in him taking over the Janatha Garage from the latter. Our Rating: 3/5. Verdict: HIT. Released: 2 Sept 2016. Runtime: 2h 45m.
Janatha Garage(2016)
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Telugu · Action, Drama
2h 45m · 2 Sept 2016
DOP: S. Thirunavukkarasu | Writer: Koratala Siva
Ratings
Our Rating
3
📖 Story
Janatha Garage revolves around the story of an environmentalist who joins a garage run by a man with a strong sense of justice. Together, they fight against powerful forces that threaten the environment and society, blending action, family drama, and social message.
N.T. Rama Rao Jr.: Powerful and charismatic, delivering a strong emotional and action-oriented role.
Mohanlal: Commanding presence with a nuanced portrayal of a righteous and caring elder.
Unni Mukundan: Effective and charming in the romantic subplot.
Koratala Siva: Subtle and impactful in a supporting role.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Strong performances by lead actors
- ✓Engaging action sequences
- ✓Social message integrated into the narrative
- ✓Good emotional connect
- ✓Effective direction and screenplay
Weaknesses
- ✕Lengthy runtime
- ✕Some predictable plot elements
- ✕Occasional melodrama
🎬 Direction & Writing
Koratala Siva delivers a well-crafted commercial entertainer balancing action, drama, and social message with a tight screenplay and impactful dialogues.
- - Cinematography by S. Thirunavukkarasu
- - Editing
- - Music
- - Production design
📰 Ratings Sources
No rating sources available.
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
No collection data available yet.
🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
| Run | Centers |
|---|---|
| 50 Days Centers | 39 |
| 100 Days Centers | 1 |
No awards data available.
🏆 Records & Box Office
- - Strong opening
- - Sustained theatrical run
- - Positive word of mouth
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 70% |
| Neutral | 20% |
| Negative | 10% |
Critics
The film received generally positive reviews praising the performances, especially of N.T. Rama Rao Jr. and Mohanlal, the emotional depth, and the social message. Some critics noted the film's length and melodramatic moments as drawbacks.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Janatha Garage release in theatres?▾
Janatha Garage released on 2 September 2016 (2016).
Is Janatha Garage a hit or flop?▾
Janatha Garage is declared a HIT at the box office.
What is the budget of Janatha Garage?▾
Budget of Janatha Garage is approximately ₹7000000 Crore.
Where to watch Janatha Garage online? OTT release date?▾
Janatha Garage is available on Google Play, MX Player, Vi Movies and TV, YouTube. OTT date will be updated soon.
Who directed Janatha Garage?▾
Janatha Garage directed by Koratala Siva. Produced by Y. Ravi Shankar, Naveen Yerneni, CV Mohan.
Who are the main cast members of Janatha Garage?▾
Janatha Garage stars N.T. Rama Rao Jr., Mohanlal, Unni Mukundan.
What is the Tollybo rating for Janatha Garage?▾
Tollybo rates Janatha Garage 3/5. Verdict: HIT.
What is the genre and runtime of Janatha Garage?▾
Janatha Garage — Genre: Action, Drama, Runtime: 165 minutes, Language: Telugu.