Majili (2019) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Majili (2019) Review
Majili (2019) (Telugu drama, romance) — directed by Shiva Nirvana. Featuring Naga Chaitanya Akkineni, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Divyansha Kaushik. Poorna fails to appreciate the blessings in his life due to his unfulfilled dream of a cricket career and a failed romance that changes him. Our Rating: 3/5. Verdict: HIT. Produced by Shine Screens, Released: 4 Apr 2019. Runtime: 2h 34m.
Majili(2019)
There is love... There is pain...
Telugu · Drama, Romance
2h 34m · 4 Apr 2019
DOP: Vishnu Sarma | Writer: Sorif B. Mahmud, Shiva Nirvana
Ratings
Our Rating
3
📖 Story
Majili is a romantic drama that explores the life of Poorna, a former cricketer who struggles with heartbreak and personal failures. The story follows his journey of love, loss, and redemption as he tries to rebuild his life and relationships, especially with his wife Sravani, amidst past emotional baggage.
Naga Chaitanya Akkineni: Strong emotional portrayal with convincing vulnerability and growth.
Samantha Ruth Prabhu: Powerful and heartfelt, delivering a nuanced and mature character.
Divyansha Kaushik: Good debut performance with a fresh presence.
Shiva Nirvana: Effective supporting role adding depth.
Naga Chaitanya Akkineni: Notable supporting performance.
Samantha Ruth Prabhu: Solid performance in a key supporting role.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Emotional depth and mature storytelling
- ✓Strong lead performances by Naga Chaitanya and Samantha
- ✓Engaging screenplay with relatable themes
- ✓Good cinematography capturing mood and tone
- ✓Effective music score complementing narrative
Weaknesses
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Some predictable plot elements
- ✕Supporting characters underutilized
🎬 Direction & Writing
Shiva Nirvana delivers a heartfelt and sensitive direction, balancing romance and drama effectively. The writing is mature and focused on character development, though it occasionally leans on familiar tropes.
- - Cinematography by Vishnu Sarma
- - Editing that supports emotional beats
- - Music that enhances narrative mood
- - Production design reflecting realistic settings
📰 Ratings Sources
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Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
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🏆 Records & Box Office
- - Majili was commercially successful with strong box office collections across Telugu states.
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 65% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 10% |
Critics
Majili received generally positive reviews praising the emotional performances and mature handling of relationships. Critics highlighted the chemistry between leads and the relatable story, though some noted pacing issues and predictability.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Majili release in theatres?▾
Majili released on 4 April 2019 (2019).
Is Majili a hit or flop?▾
Majili is declared a HIT at the box office.
Where to watch Majili online? OTT release date?▾
Majili is available on Prime Video, JioHotstar, YouTube, SonyLIV, YouTube. OTT date will be updated soon.
Who directed Majili?▾
Majili directed by Shiva Nirvana. Produced by Sahu Garapati, Harish Peddi.
Who are the main cast members of Majili?▾
Majili stars Naga Chaitanya Akkineni, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Divyansha Kaushik.
What is the Tollybo rating for Majili?▾
Tollybo rates Majili 3/5. Verdict: HIT.
What is the genre and runtime of Majili?▾
Majili — Genre: Drama, Romance, Runtime: 154 minutes, Language: Telugu.