Kalki (2019) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Kalki (2019) Review
Kalki (2019) (Telugu action, thriller) — directed by Prasanth Varma. Starring Dr. Rajasekhar, Adah Sharma, Nandita Swetha. A police officer gets assigned to investigate a crime scene in a town and finds out about a chain of crimes surrounding it. He begins digging deeper and finds out there’s more to it than what’s on surface. Our Rating: 2.5/5. Verdict: AVERAGE. Released: 27 Jun 2019. Runtime: 2h 22m.
Kalki(2019)
Telugu · Action, Thriller
2h 22m · 27 Jun 2019
Music: Shravan Bharadwaj | DOP: Dasaradhi Sivendra | Writer: Saitej Desharaj, Venkat Palwai, Tajuddin Syed
Ratings
Our Rating
2.5
📖 Story
Kalki is a Telugu-language thriller that revolves around a mysterious serial killer targeting corrupt individuals. The story follows the protagonist, a police officer, as he unravels the mystery behind the killings and confronts the dark underbelly of society.
Dr. Rajasekhar: Strong and intense portrayal of a determined police officer.
Adah Sharma: Effective in a pivotal role with a mix of vulnerability and strength.
Nandita Swetha: Notable supporting performance adding depth to the narrative.
Prasanth Varma: Convincing antagonist with a menacing presence.
Dr. Rajasekhar: Solid supporting role with impactful screen presence.
Adah Sharma: Provides comic relief and natural performance.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Engaging and gripping thriller narrative
- ✓Strong performances by lead actors
- ✓Effective background score enhancing suspense
- ✓Good cinematography capturing the mood
- ✓Tight screenplay with unexpected twists
Weaknesses
- ✕Some pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Certain character arcs underdeveloped
- ✕Predictable elements in the climax
🎬 Direction & Writing
Prasanth Varma delivers a taut and engaging thriller with a focused narrative and effective suspense-building. The direction maintains tension throughout, although some pacing lapses are noticeable in the latter half.
📰 Critic Reviews
Kalki 2898 AD is a world-building film that mixes sci-fi and dystopian future with mythology. Nag Ashwin excels in writing characters and conflict. Though the initial part of the film is a little slow, he ups the ante in the 2nd half which is filled with action sequences. Climax of the film is good with interesting rev…
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 3.25 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
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😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 55% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 20% |
Critics
Critics generally praised Kalki for its gripping storyline, strong performances, and technical finesse. The film was noted for its engaging screenplay and suspense elements, though some reviewers pointed out pacing issues and predictability in parts of the narrative.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Kalki release in theatres?▾
Kalki released on 27 June 2019 (2019).
Is Kalki a hit or flop?▾
Kalki is declared a AVERAGE at the box office.
Where to watch Kalki online? OTT release date?▾
Kalki is available on Vi Movies and TV. OTT date will be updated soon.
Who directed Kalki?▾
Kalki directed by Prasanth Varma. Produced by Shivathmika.
Who are the main cast members of Kalki?▾
Kalki stars Dr. Rajasekhar, Adah Sharma, Nandita Swetha.
What is the Tollybo rating for Kalki?▾
Tollybo rates Kalki 2.5/5. Verdict: AVERAGE.
Who composed the music for Kalki?▾
Music for Kalki composed by Shravan Bharadwaj.
What is the genre and runtime of Kalki?▾
Kalki — Genre: Action, Thriller, Runtime: 142 minutes, Language: Telugu.