Malini & Co. (2015) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Malini & Co. (2015) Review
Malini & Co. (2015) is a Telugu action, romance, thriller film directed by K Veeru, starring Zakir Hussain, Jeeva, Jishnu Raghavan. A woman runs a massage parlor in Dharavi, Mumbai. Our Rating: 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER. Released: 28 Aug 2015. Runtime: 1h 51m.
Malini & Co.(2015)
Telugu · Action, Romance, Thriller
1h 51m · 28 Aug 2015
Music: Gopal V | DOP: C. Ramprasad | Writer: Veeru K.
Ratings
Our Rating
1.75
📖 Story
Malini & Co. is a Telugu action thriller revolving around Malini, a daring and intelligent woman who takes on powerful adversaries in her quest for justice and truth. The narrative explores themes of corruption, power, and resilience as Malini navigates dangerous situations to expose wrongdoing.
Zakir Hussain: Lead role with a bold and intense portrayal
Zakir Hussain: Strong supporting role with impactful presence
Jeeva: Competent performance in a key role
Jishnu Raghavan: Notable supporting role
Zakir Hussain: Effective antagonist portrayal
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Bold and daring lead performance by Poonam Pandey
- ✓Engaging action sequences
- ✓Stylized cinematography by C. Ramprasad
Weaknesses
- ✕Weak screenplay and inconsistent pacing
- ✕Lack of depth in character development
- ✕Predictable plot twists
- ✕Below average direction and writing
🎬 Direction & Writing
Direction by K Veeru was criticized for lack of coherence and weak narrative structure, failing to effectively balance the film's action and dramatic elements.
📰 Critic Reviews
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 5.1 | |
| 0 | |
| 0 | |
| 100 | |
| 4.4 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
No collection data available yet.
🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
No centers data available.
No awards data available.
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 10% |
| Neutral | 15% |
| Negative | 75% |
Critics
Critics largely panned Malini & Co. for its weak storyline, poor direction, and lackluster performances except for Poonam Pandey's bold screen presence. The film failed to impress both critics and audiences, receiving predominantly negative reviews.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Malini & Co. release in theatres?▾
Malini & Co. released on 28 August 2015 (2015).
Is Malini & Co. a hit or flop?▾
Malini & Co. is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Where to watch Malini & Co. online? OTT release date?▾
Malini & Co. OTT release date not announced yet.
Who directed Malini & Co.?▾
Malini & Co. directed by K Veeru. Produced by Kishore Rathi, S N Uppalapati, Mahesh Rati.
Who are the main cast members of Malini & Co.?▾
Malini & Co. stars Zakir Hussain, Jeeva, Jishnu Raghavan.
What is the Tollybo rating for Malini & Co.?▾
Tollybo rates Malini & Co. 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Who composed the music for Malini & Co.?▾
Music for Malini & Co. composed by Gopal V.
What is the genre and runtime of Malini & Co.?▾
Malini & Co. — Genre: Action, Romance, Thriller, Runtime: 111 minutes, Language: Telugu.