Nartanasala (2018) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Nartanasala (2018) Review
Nartanasala (2018) is a Telugu drama film directed by Srinivas Chakravarthi, starring Yamini Bhaskar, Jayaprakash Reddy, Naga Shaurya. Radha Krishna runs a boxing school for women and saves Manasa, who is being harassed by a man, and falls in love with her. His father Kalamandir Kalyan arranges his marriage with Satyabhama, daughter of a powerful leader. To avoid this marriage Radha Krishna claims he is gay. The marriage is cancel... Our Rating: 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER. Released: 29 Aug 2018. Runtime: 1h 55m.
Nartanasala(2018)
young man who always wants women
Telugu · Drama
1h 55m · 29 Aug 2018
Writer: Srinivas Chakravarthi
Ratings
Our Rating
1.75
📖 Story
Nartanasala is a Telugu romantic drama centered around the life of a young man who aspires to become a dancer. The film explores his struggles, relationships, and the challenges he faces in pursuing his passion amidst familial and societal pressures.
Naga Shaurya: Energetic and earnest portrayal of the protagonist with convincing dance sequences.
Yamini Bhaskar: Supportive and charming, providing good chemistry with the lead.
Jayaprakash Reddy: Strong presence in a pivotal supporting role.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Engaging dance sequences
- ✓Fresh romantic storyline
- ✓Good chemistry between lead actors
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable plot
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Lack of depth in supporting characters
🎬 Direction & Writing
Srinivas Chakravarthi delivers a competent direction focusing on youthful energy and dance, though the narrative occasionally suffers from clichés and uneven pacing.
📰 Critic Reviews
‘ Nartanasala ‘ is a farcical gay comedy film. It has four visually rich songs which are an attraction to the film relatively. The drawbacks are the weak script, the comedy that may appeal only to a limited section of the audience. A disappointment from the makers of CHALO !
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 1 | |
| 1.75 |
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 generally appreciated the dance performances and the fresh romantic angle but pointed out the predictable storyline and pacing flaws as drawbacks.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Nartanasala release in theatres?▾
Nartanasala released on 29 August 2018 (2018).
Is Nartanasala a hit or flop?▾
Nartanasala is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Where to watch Nartanasala online? OTT release date?▾
Nartanasala is available on Apple TV+. OTT date will be updated soon.
Who directed Nartanasala?▾
Nartanasala directed by Srinivas Chakravarthi.
Who are the main cast members of Nartanasala?▾
Nartanasala stars Yamini Bhaskar, Jayaprakash Reddy, Naga Shaurya.
What is the Tollybo rating for Nartanasala?▾
Tollybo rates Nartanasala 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
What is the genre and runtime of Nartanasala?▾
Nartanasala — Genre: Drama, Runtime: 115 minutes, Language: Telugu.