Kinnerasani (2022) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
Last updated: 11 Apr 2026
Kinnerasani (2022) Review
Kinnerasani (2022) — a Telugu drama film directed by Ramana Teja. Starring Kalyaan Dhev, Ravindra Vijay, Ann Sheetal. Jayadev writes a book called Kinnerasani, but somehow Veda finds a book that holds the key to her past, present, and future. Meanwhile, lawyer Venkat wants to avenge his lover’s death. Venkat helps Veda to protect them both from an uncertain future. Our Rating: 2/5. Verdict: FLOP. Released: 10 Jun 2022. Runtime: 2h 9m.
Kinnerasani(2022)
Telugu · Drama
2h 9m · 10 Jun 2022
Music: Mahati Swara Sagar | DOP: Dinesh K Babu | Writer: Desharaj Saitej
Ratings
Our Rating
2
📖 Story
Kinnerasani is a Telugu-language thriller that revolves around a mysterious murder case intertwined with complex relationships and dark secrets. The narrative unfolds through twists and turns as the characters’ pasts and motives come to light, leading to an intense climax.
Kalyaan Dhev: Delivered a restrained and earnest performance as the protagonist, showing promise in emotional scenes.
Ravindra Vijay: Provided a solid and impactful performance, adding depth to the thriller narrative.
Ann Sheetal: Portrayed her character with subtlety, contributing effectively to the film’s suspense.
Ramana Teja: Offered a decent performance, though with limited scope.
Kalyaan Dhev: Played a supporting role with adequate screen presence.
Ravindra Vijay: Delivered a convincing performance in a pivotal role.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Intriguing thriller premise with suspenseful moments
- ✓Good cinematography by Dinesh K Babu
- ✓Effective background score by Mahati Swara Sagar
- ✓Strong supporting performances
Weaknesses
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Predictable plot twists
- ✕Underdeveloped character arcs
- ✕Screenplay lacked tightness
🎬 Direction & Writing
Ramana Teja’s direction showed ambition in crafting a thriller but faltered in execution due to inconsistent pacing and screenplay weaknesses. The writing attempted complexity but sometimes became convoluted.
- - Cinematography by Dinesh K Babu
- - Music and background score by Mahati Swara Sagar
- - Editing and screenplay
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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 | 30% |
| Neutral | 40% |
| Negative | 30% |
Critics
Critics generally found 'Kinnerasani' to be a moderately engaging thriller with commendable technical aspects but criticized its screenplay and pacing. Performances were appreciated, especially from the supporting cast, but the film failed to leave a lasting impact.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Kinnerasani release in theatres?▾
Kinnerasani released on 10 June 2022 (2022).
Is Kinnerasani a hit or flop?▾
Kinnerasani is declared a FLOP at the box office.
Where to watch Kinnerasani online? OTT release date?▾
Kinnerasani is available on ZEE5 from 10 June 2022.
Who directed Kinnerasani?▾
Kinnerasani directed by Ramana Teja. Produced by Rajani Talluri, Ram Talluri, Ravi Chintala.
Who are the main cast members of Kinnerasani?▾
Kinnerasani stars Kalyaan Dhev, Ravindra Vijay, Ann Sheetal.
What is the Tollybo rating for Kinnerasani?▾
Tollybo rates Kinnerasani 2/5. Verdict: FLOP.
Who composed the music for Kinnerasani?▾
Music for Kinnerasani composed by Mahati Swara Sagar.
What is the genre and runtime of Kinnerasani?▾
Kinnerasani — Genre: Drama, Runtime: 129 minutes, Language: Telugu.