Malli Malli Idhi Rani Roju (2015) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Malli Malli Idhi Rani Roju (2015) Review
Malli Malli Idhi Rani Roju (2015) is a Telugu musical, romance film starring Sharwanand, Nithya Menen, Pavitra Lokesh. Directed by Kranthi Madhav. An unfortunate incident separates a state-level athlete from his lover, who then moves to Malaysia. Years later, she returns to India but certain misunderstandings threaten to keep them apart. Our Rating: 3/5. Verdict: ABOVE AVERAGE. Released: 6 Feb 2015. Runtime: 2h 19m.
Malli Malli Idhi Rani Roju(2015)
Life is Waiting
Telugu · Musical, Romance
2h 19m · 6 Feb 2015
Music: Gopi Sundar | DOP: Gnana Shekar V. S. | Writer: Kranthi Madhav
Ratings
Our Rating
3
📖 Story
The film narrates the story of Raju and Anjali, whose lives intersect in a serendipitous manner. It explores themes of love, fate, and the passage of time, unfolding their emotional journey through flashbacks and present-day events.
Sharwanand: Natural and heartfelt portrayal of Raju, bringing depth and subtlety to the character.
Nithya Menen: Graceful and emotive performance as Anjali, complementing Sharwanand's character well.
Pavitra Lokesh: Strong supporting role with convincing emotional depth.
Kranthi Madhav: Effective in a smaller role, adding to the narrative texture.
Sharwanand: Commanding presence in a pivotal supporting role.
Nithya Menen: Notable debut performance with promise.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Engaging and fresh romantic storyline
- ✓Strong chemistry between lead actors
- ✓Effective use of flashbacks to enhance narrative
- ✓Soothing and apt music score by Gopi Sundar
- ✓Cinematography capturing mood and emotions well
Weaknesses
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Some supporting characters underutilized
- ✕Predictability in certain plot elements
🎬 Direction & Writing
Kranthi Madhav delivers a heartfelt romantic drama with a focus on nuanced storytelling and character development. His direction balances emotional depth with a realistic portrayal of relationships.
📰 Critic Reviews
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 7.5 | |
| 3.5 | |
| 0 | |
| 72 | |
| 73 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
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😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 65% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 10% |
Critics
Critics praised the film for its fresh take on romance and the chemistry between Sharwanand and Nithya Menen. The music and cinematography were highlighted as major positives. However, some noted the film's slow pace and predictability as drawbacks.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Malli Malli Idhi Rani Roju release in theatres?▾
Malli Malli Idhi Rani Roju released on 6 February 2015 (2015).
Is Malli Malli Idhi Rani Roju a hit or flop?▾
Malli Malli Idhi Rani Roju is declared a ABOVE AVERAGE at the box office.
Where to watch Malli Malli Idhi Rani Roju online? OTT release date?▾
Malli Malli Idhi Rani Roju is available on Hungama Play, Vi Movies and TV. OTT date will be updated soon.
Who directed Malli Malli Idhi Rani Roju?▾
Malli Malli Idhi Rani Roju directed by Kranthi Madhav. Produced by K. Vallabha.
Who are the main cast members of Malli Malli Idhi Rani Roju?▾
Malli Malli Idhi Rani Roju stars Sharwanand, Nithya Menen, Pavitra Lokesh.
What is the Tollybo rating for Malli Malli Idhi Rani Roju?▾
Tollybo rates Malli Malli Idhi Rani Roju 3/5. Verdict: ABOVE AVERAGE.
Who composed the music for Malli Malli Idhi Rani Roju?▾
Music for Malli Malli Idhi Rani Roju composed by Gopi Sundar.
What is the genre and runtime of Malli Malli Idhi Rani Roju?▾
Malli Malli Idhi Rani Roju — Genre: Musical, Romance, Runtime: 139 minutes, Language: Telugu.