Khadgam (2002) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Khadgam (2002) Review
A review of Khadgam (2002) (Telugu action, crime, drama), directed by Pasupuleti Krishna Vamsi. Starring Srikanth, Prakash Raj, Ravi Teja. After being victims of terrorism, an aspiring actor, a driver and a sincere police officer come together to stop a terrorist from fleeing and put an end to his plans. Our Rating: 3/5. Verdict: HIT. Released: 29 Nov 2002. Runtime: 2h 30m.
Khadgam(2002)
I am an Indian
Telugu · Action, Crime, Drama
2h 30m · 29 Nov 2002
Writer: Satyanand Pydipalli
Ratings
Our Rating
3
📖 Story
Khadgam is a patriotic action drama that intertwines the lives of three individuals from different backgrounds who come together to fight against terrorism and corruption, highlighting themes of nationalism, sacrifice, and unity.
Srikanth: Strong and convincing portrayal of a patriotic youth.
Prakash Raj: Powerful and intense performance as a principled police officer.
Ravi Teja: Energetic and impactful in a supporting role.
Pasupuleti Krishna Vamsi: Effective in her role with emotional depth.
Srikanth: Adequate performance with limited scope.
Prakash Raj: Notable for his role adding to the narrative tension.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Strong patriotic theme
- ✓Powerful performances by lead actors
- ✓Engaging screenplay with social message
- ✓Effective direction by Krishna Vamsi
- ✓Memorable dialogues and impactful scenes
Weaknesses
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Some melodramatic moments
- ✕Underdeveloped female characters
🎬 Direction & Writing
Pasupuleti Krishna Vamsi delivers a compelling narrative blending action and patriotism with emotional depth, maintaining audience engagement despite minor pacing flaws.
- - Music
- - Cinematography
- - Editing
- - Art Direction
- - Action choreography
📰 Ratings Sources
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Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
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😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 60% |
| Neutral | 30% |
| Negative | 10% |
Critics
Critics praised Khadgam for its strong patriotic message, performances especially by Prakash Raj and Srikanth, and Krishna Vamsi's direction. Some noted issues with pacing and melodrama but overall reception was positive.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Khadgam release in theatres?▾
Khadgam released on 29 November 2002 (2002).
Is Khadgam a hit or flop?▾
Khadgam is declared a HIT at the box office.
Where to watch Khadgam online? OTT release date?▾
Khadgam is available on Sun NXT, Vi Movies and TV, MX Player from 13 May 2017.
Who directed Khadgam?▾
Khadgam directed by Pasupuleti Krishna Vamsi. Produced by Sunkara Madhu Murali.
Who are the main cast members of Khadgam?▾
Khadgam stars Srikanth, Prakash Raj, Ravi Teja.
What is the Tollybo rating for Khadgam?▾
Tollybo rates Khadgam 3/5. Verdict: HIT.
What is the genre and runtime of Khadgam?▾
Khadgam — Genre: Action, Crime, Drama, Runtime: 150 minutes, Language: Telugu.