Lover (2018) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Lover (2018) Review
Lover (2018) — a Telugu romance movie directed by Annish Krishna. The cast includes Raj Tarun, Riddhi Kumar, Rajiv Kanakala. Raj is carefree custom-bike maker who yearns for a family of his own. Charita is a responsible nurse who wants to lead a life that is worth something. However, when she gets embroiled in a deadly conspiracy, how will the lovers get out of the dangerous situation? Our Rating: 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER. Released: 19 Jul 2018. Runtime: 2h 10m.
Lover(2018)
One in Everyone
Telugu · Romance
2h 10m · 19 Jul 2018
Music: Sai Karthik, Tanishk Bagchi | DOP: Sameer Reddy | Writer: Aneesh Krishna
Ratings
Our Rating
1.75
📖 Story
Lover is a romantic drama revolving around a young man who falls in love with a woman from a different background. The film explores their relationship dynamics, challenges, and the emotional journey they undertake to be together.
Raj Tarun: Energetic and youthful portrayal of the lead character with convincing romantic expressions.
Riddhi Kumar: Natural and charming performance as the female lead, complementing the hero well.
Rajiv Kanakala: Strong supporting role adding depth to the narrative.
Annish Krishna: Effective in a negative role, providing necessary tension.
Raj Tarun: Solid performance in a pivotal role.
Riddhi Kumar: Good comic timing and supporting presence.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Engaging romantic storyline
- ✓Good chemistry between lead actors
- ✓Pleasant music score
- ✓Cinematography capturing scenic locales well
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable plot progression
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Lack of novelty in screenplay
- ✕Some supporting characters underutilized
🎬 Direction & Writing
Annish Krishna delivers a straightforward romantic drama with a focus on emotions and relationships, though the narrative lacks freshness and occasionally drags.
📰 Critic Reviews
On the whole, Lovers Club has the same age-old story line which may not appeal to the audience. Though the efforts that the team has put in to shoot the film on iPhone is appreciable, the normal proceedings and flat narration are a major drawback. Those who are eager to watch how a feature film was shot on iPhone can t…
Release date : February 9, 2017 123telugu.com Rating : 2.75/5 Director : Hari Producer : K. E. Gnanavel Raja, Dhaval Jayantilal Gada Music Director…
LOVER is a clean love story that is aimed at youth and families. Content wise this film is an average one, regular cinema goers will not regret watching this film. 3 Songs, Kerala episodes are the USP. Dil Raju promotions, lack of competition will make this film a safe venture at the box-office in AP, TS.
On the whole, Lover is surely a better film when compared to Raj Tarun’s previous duds. The movie has amazing songs and decent first half. But the second half gets jittery and is ended in a hurry. If you are okay with the routine plot and do not mind the simple proceedings, give the film a shot which ends as a time pas…
Lovers is about how two opposite minded people fall in love in a strange situation. Plus points are spicy dialogues and entertainment provided by Saptagiri and Sai Kumar Pampana. A better handling of romance/emotions coupled with an arresting screenplay in second half is needed for an impressive output. I loved ‘maga j…
The complete audio of Raj Tharu’s Lover is finally out in the open. Composed by various musicians like Sai Karthik, Ankit Tiwari,…
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 2 | |
| 2.5 | |
| 2.75 | |
| 3 | |
| 3 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
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😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 35% |
| Negative | 25% |
Critics
Critics appreciated the chemistry between the leads and the music but noted the film's predictable storyline and lack of engaging screenplay as drawbacks.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Lover release in theatres?▾
Lover released on 19 July 2018 (2018).
Is Lover a hit or flop?▾
Lover is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Where to watch Lover online? OTT release date?▾
Lover is available on Prime Video. OTT date will be updated soon.
Who directed Lover?▾
Lover directed by Annish Krishna. Produced by Dil Raju, Harshith Reddy.
Who are the main cast members of Lover?▾
Lover stars Raj Tarun, Riddhi Kumar, Rajiv Kanakala.
What is the Tollybo rating for Lover?▾
Tollybo rates Lover 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Who composed the music for Lover?▾
Music for Lover composed by Sai Karthik, Tanishk Bagchi.
What is the genre and runtime of Lover?▾
Lover — Genre: Romance, Runtime: 130 minutes, Language: Telugu.