Life Is Beautiful (2012) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Life Is Beautiful (2012) Review
Life Is Beautiful (2012) — a Telugu drama, romance film directed by Sekhar Kammula. Starring Abijeet Duddala, Sudhakar Komakula, Kaushik Darbha. The official synopsis for Life Is Beautiful says, "It is a coming of age story of six youngsters, set in the beautiful nostalgic world of a working-middle class neighborhood. The film tracks their journey through the different seasons, festivals, romances, street cricket, colony fights, and family g... Our Rating: 2.5/5. Verdict: AVERAGE. Released: 13 Sept 2012. Runtime: 2h 47m.
Life Is Beautiful(2012)
Telugu · Drama, Romance
2h 47m · 13 Sept 2012
Music: Mickey J Meyer | DOP: Vijay C. Kumar | Writer: Sekhar Kammula
Ratings
Our Rating
2.5
📖 Story
Life Is Beautiful is a Telugu romantic drama that explores the lives of three friends and their intertwined relationships, focusing on themes of love, friendship, and the complexities of human emotions.
Abijeet Duddala: Natural and convincing portrayal of a young man navigating love and friendship.
Sudhakar Komakula: Strong and heartfelt performance adding depth to the narrative.
Kaushik Darbha: Effective in supporting role, complementing the lead cast well.
Sekhar Kammula: Good screen presence with emotional nuances.
Abijeet Duddala: Adequate performance contributing to the romantic subplot.
Sudhakar Komakula: Notable for expressive acting in key moments.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Engaging screenplay with relatable characters
- ✓Strong performances by lead actors
- ✓Melodious music by Mickey J Meyer
- ✓Good cinematography capturing the mood
- ✓Realistic portrayal of youthful relationships
Weaknesses
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Some predictable plot elements
- ✕Supporting characters underdeveloped
🎬 Direction & Writing
Sekhar Kammula delivers a heartfelt narrative with a focus on character-driven storytelling, balancing romance and drama effectively though with minor pacing flaws.
📰 Critic Reviews
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 3.25 | |
| 3.5 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
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😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 60% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 15% |
Critics
Critics generally praised the film for its sincere performances and music, though some noted the narrative could have been tighter. The film was appreciated for its realistic take on relationships but faced criticism for pacing and predictability.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Life Is Beautiful release in theatres?▾
Life Is Beautiful released on 13 September 2012 (2012).
Is Life Is Beautiful a hit or flop?▾
Life Is Beautiful is declared a AVERAGE at the box office.
Where to watch Life Is Beautiful online? OTT release date?▾
Life Is Beautiful is available on aha, Hungama Play from 8 July 2021.
Who directed Life Is Beautiful?▾
Life Is Beautiful directed by Sekhar Kammula. Produced by Sekhar Kammula.
Who are the main cast members of Life Is Beautiful?▾
Life Is Beautiful stars Abijeet Duddala, Sudhakar Komakula, Kaushik Darbha.
What is the Tollybo rating for Life Is Beautiful?▾
Tollybo rates Life Is Beautiful 2.5/5. Verdict: AVERAGE.
Who composed the music for Life Is Beautiful?▾
Music for Life Is Beautiful composed by Mickey J Meyer.
What is the genre and runtime of Life Is Beautiful?▾
Life Is Beautiful — Genre: Drama, Romance, Runtime: 167 minutes, Language: Telugu.