Love Story (2021) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Love Story (2021) Review
Love Story (2021) is a Telugu romance film starring Naga Chaitanya Akkineni, Sai Pallavi, Devayani. Directed by Sekhar Kammula. Revanth and Mouni dream big when it comes to their lives. But with their social standing and gender proved to be a hindrance, will they manage to find a way to let their love prevail? Our Rating: 3.25/5. Verdict: SUPER HIT. Released: 24 Sept 2021. Runtime: 2h 45m.
Love Story(2021)
Telugu · Romance
2h 45m · 24 Sept 2021
Music: Pawan Ch | DOP: Vijay C. Kumar | Writer: Sekhar Kammula
Ratings
Our Rating
3.25
📖 Story
Love Story is a Telugu romantic drama that explores the complexities of love across social and economic divides. The film follows the journey of Revanth, a lower-middle-class man, and Mounika, a woman from a wealthy family, as they navigate societal pressures, family opposition, and personal struggles to be together.
Naga Chaitanya Akkineni: Earnest and heartfelt portrayal of a passionate young man fighting for love.
Sai Pallavi: Natural and expressive, delivering a strong emotional core to the film.
Devayani: Effective in a supporting role, adding depth to the family dynamics.
Sekhar Kammula: Convincing as a stern father figure.
Naga Chaitanya Akkineni: Supportive and nuanced performance.
Sai Pallavi: Provides comic relief and balance.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Strong chemistry between lead actors
- ✓Realistic portrayal of contemporary relationships
- ✓Engaging screenplay with emotional depth
- ✓Melodious and situational music score
- ✓Good cinematography capturing rural and urban settings
Weaknesses
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Some predictable plot elements
- ✕Supporting characters underdeveloped
🎬 Direction & Writing
Sekhar Kammula delivers a sensitive and heartfelt narrative focusing on social themes and youthful romance. His direction balances emotional moments with light humor, though the screenplay occasionally lags in pacing.
- - Music by Pawan Ch enhances the emotional tone
- - Cinematography by Vijay C. Kumar captures scenic locales beautifully
- - Editing maintains narrative flow with minor lapses
- - Production design reflects authentic settings
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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 | 25% |
| Negative | 15% |
Critics
Critics generally praised the lead performances and the emotional depth of the story. The film was noted for its realistic portrayal of relationships and social issues. However, some reviews pointed out pacing problems and a few clichéd moments. Overall, the reception was positive with appreciation for the director's sensitive handling.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Love Story release in theatres?▾
Love Story released on 24 September 2021 (2021).
Is Love Story a hit or flop?▾
Love Story is declared a SUPER HIT at the box office.
What is the budget of Love Story?▾
Budget of Love Story is approximately ₹971000 Crore.
Where to watch Love Story online? OTT release date?▾
Love Story is available on SonyLIV, provider-27, aha from 21 October 2021.
Who directed Love Story?▾
Love Story directed by Sekhar Kammula. Produced by Puskur Ram Mohan Rao, Narayan Das Narang.
Who are the main cast members of Love Story?▾
Love Story stars Naga Chaitanya Akkineni, Sai Pallavi, Devayani.
What is the Tollybo rating for Love Story?▾
Tollybo rates Love Story 3.25/5. Verdict: SUPER HIT.
Who composed the music for Love Story?▾
Music for Love Story composed by Pawan Ch.
What is the genre and runtime of Love Story?▾
Love Story — Genre: Romance, Runtime: 165 minutes, Language: Telugu.