Nela Ticket (2018) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Nela Ticket (2018) Review
Nela Ticket (2018) — a Telugu action, drama movie directed by Kalyan Krishna. The cast includes Ravi Teja, Jagapati Babu, Malavika Sharma. A carefree young man is forced to alter his life due to a shocking event that takes place in his life. He fights against an evil, corrupt politician to get justice for the society. Our Rating: 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER. Released: 24 May 2018. Runtime: 2h 0m.
Nela Ticket(2018)
Telugu · Action, Drama
2h 0m · 24 May 2018
Music: Shakthi Kanth Karthick | DOP: Mukesh Gautam | Writer: Kalyan Krishna, Rishabh Purohit, Satyanand
Ratings
Our Rating
1.75
📖 Story
Nela Ticket is an action entertainer revolving around a fiery protagonist who takes on corrupt politicians and criminals to protect the common man. The film showcases the hero's journey from a carefree individual to a responsible fighter for justice, blending mass elements with family sentiments.
Ravi Teja: Energetic and massy performance typical of his style, carrying the film with his screen presence.
Jagapati Babu: Effective as the antagonist, delivering a menacing and impactful role.
Malavika Sharma: Limited scope but performed adequately as the female lead.
Kalyan Krishna: Provided comic relief with his usual timing.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Ravi Teja's energetic screen presence
- ✓Mass appeal with action and comedy
- ✓Engaging antagonist performance
- ✓Catchy music and background score
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable and formulaic storyline
- ✕Weak screenplay and narration
- ✕Over-the-top action sequences
- ✕Lack of novelty in direction
🎬 Direction & Writing
Kalyan Krishna's direction focused on delivering a commercial mass entertainer but lacked finesse in screenplay and pacing, resulting in a routine narrative.
📰 Critic Reviews
Nela Ticket can be termed as the most absurd big hero film in recent years. Director Kalyan Krishna tests patience right from the word go, headache levels increase as the film progresses. With its 1970’s theme, Nela ticket fails to cash in Raviteja’s presence. You can Stay Away from this disastrous film
Trying to make a commercial entertainer with a routine story is nothing wrong but the narration should at least be interesting and fun. Sadly, that is not the case with Nela Ticket as it is a botched up and outdated commercial drama which has nothing going its way. Except for Ravi Teja’s sincere performance, this film…
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 1.5 | |
| 1.5 | |
| 1.5 | |
| 2.25 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
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😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 30% |
| Neutral | 20% |
| Negative | 50% |
Critics
Critics generally found Nela Ticket to be a typical mass entertainer with Ravi Teja's usual energy but criticized its weak screenplay and lack of originality. The film was noted for its commercial elements but failed to impress critically.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Nela Ticket release in theatres?▾
Nela Ticket released on 24 May 2018 (2018).
Is Nela Ticket a hit or flop?▾
Nela Ticket is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Where to watch Nela Ticket online? OTT release date?▾
Nela Ticket is available on Sun NXT, Vi Movies and TV, MX Player from 17 December 2018.
Who directed Nela Ticket?▾
Nela Ticket directed by Kalyan Krishna.
Who are the main cast members of Nela Ticket?▾
Nela Ticket stars Ravi Teja, Jagapati Babu, Malavika Sharma.
What is the Tollybo rating for Nela Ticket?▾
Tollybo rates Nela Ticket 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Who composed the music for Nela Ticket?▾
Music for Nela Ticket composed by Shakthi Kanth Karthick.
What is the genre and runtime of Nela Ticket?▾
Nela Ticket — Genre: Action, Drama, Runtime: 120 minutes, Language: Telugu.