Krishna (2008) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Krishna (2008) Review
Krishna (2008) is a Telugu action, comedy, drama film starring Ravi Teja, Trisha Krishnan, Mukul Dev. Directed by V. V. Vinayak. Krishna falls in love with Sandhya whose brother is a builder. Jatka, a ruffian loves Sandhya and wishes to marry her. Krishna has to take on Jatka to win his love. Our Rating: 3.25/5. Verdict: HIT. Released: 31 Jan 2008. Runtime: 2h 30m.
Krishna(2008)
The power on earth.
Telugu · Action, Comedy, Drama
2h 30m · 31 Jan 2008
Writer: Siva Akula, V.V. Vinayak, Amar Babaria
Ratings
Our Rating
3.25
📖 Story
Krishna is an action-romance film centered around the protagonist Krishna, who is a passionate and fearless man. The story unfolds as Krishna falls in love with a woman named Mahalakshmi, and the narrative explores their relationship amidst challenges posed by antagonists and family dynamics. The film blends high-octane action sequences with romantic and comedic elements.
Ravi Teja: Energetic and charismatic, delivering a mass appeal performance with strong action and comedy timing.
Trisha Krishnan: Graceful and charming, providing a solid romantic counterpart to the lead.
Mukul Dev: Effective as the antagonist, bringing intensity to the conflict.
V. V. Vinayak: Comedic relief with his trademark humor.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Ravi Teja's energetic performance
- ✓Engaging action sequences
- ✓Good blend of romance and comedy
- ✓Strong mass appeal
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable storyline
- ✕Some clichéd scenes
- ✕Lack of novelty in screenplay
🎬 Direction & Writing
V. V. Vinayak delivers a commercial entertainer with a focus on mass elements, balancing action, romance, and comedy effectively, though the narrative lacks freshness.
- - Action choreography
- - Music and background score
- - Editing pace
- - Cinematography capturing vibrant visuals
📰 Ratings Sources
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Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
| Run | Centers |
|---|---|
| 100 Days Centers | 43 |
No awards data available.
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 60% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 15% |
Critics
The film received mixed to positive reviews from critics, praising Ravi Teja's performance and the entertaining action sequences, while noting the formulaic plot and predictable screenplay.
Final Box-Office Result
🏟 Theatrical Centers Run
100 Days - Centers
| # | City | Theater | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RTC X Roads | Sudharshan 70mm | — |
| 2 | Dilsukh Nagar | Konark | — |
| 3 | Khammam | Nartaki | — |
| 4 | Karimnagar | Mamatha | — |
| 5 | Mahbubnagar | Venkateswara | — |
| 6 | Nizamabad | Nataraj | — |
| 7 | Nirmal | Nataraj | — |
| 8 | Kakinada | Sangeeth | — |
| 9 | Rajahmundry | Ashoka | — |
| 10 | Pithapuram | Sri Ramana | — |
| 11 | Vizag | Sangam | — |
| 12 | Gajuwaka | Lakshmi | — |
| 13 | Vijayanagaram | Leela Mahal | — |
| 14 | Srikakulam | Saraswathi Mahal | — |
| 15 | Chittivalasa | Ramulamma | — |
| 16 | Bobbili | Sri Krishna | — |
| 17 | Parvathipuram | Balaji | — |
| 18 | Palasa | Hari Shankar | — |
| 19 | Raajaam | Vasavi | — |
| 20 | Tatipaka | Padma Priya | — |
| 21 | Jaggampet | Krishnaveni | — |
| 22 | Eluru | Vijayalakshmi | — |
| 23 | Bheemavaram | Vijayalakshmi | — |
| 24 | Tanuku | Narendra | — |
| 25 | Tadepalligudem | Krishna Balaji | — |
| 26 | Jangareddygudem | Srinivasa | — |
| 27 | Nellore | New Talkies | — |
| 28 | Vijayawada | Raj | — |
| 29 | Machilipatnam | Vinayaka | — |
| 30 | Gudiwada | Sarath | — |
| 31 | Vuyyuru | Srinivasa | — |
| 32 | Guntur | Bala Bhaskar | — |
| 33 | Tenali | Ramakrishna | — |
| 34 | Ongole | Srinivasa | — |
| 35 | Adoni | Satyam | — |
| 36 | Kurnool | Venkatesh | — |
| 37 | Kadapa | Ameer | — |
| 38 | Tirupathi | Sri Rama | — |
| 39 | Madanapalli | Sai Chitra | — |
| 40 | Srikalahasti | Srinivasa | — |
| 41 | Proddutur | BVS | — |
| 42 | Kadiri | Radhika | — |
| 43 | Nandyal | Abhiram | — |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Krishna release in theatres?▾
Krishna released on 31 January 2008 (2008).
Is Krishna a hit or flop?▾
Krishna is declared a HIT at the box office.
Where to watch Krishna online? OTT release date?▾
Krishna is available on Vi Movies and TV. OTT date will be updated soon.
Who directed Krishna?▾
Krishna directed by V. V. Vinayak.
Who are the main cast members of Krishna?▾
Krishna stars Ravi Teja, Trisha Krishnan, Mukul Dev.
What is the Tollybo rating for Krishna?▾
Tollybo rates Krishna 3.25/5. Verdict: HIT.
What is the genre and runtime of Krishna?▾
Krishna — Genre: Action, Comedy, Drama, Runtime: 150 minutes, Language: Telugu.