Nenu Local (2017) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Nenu Local (2017) Review
Nenu Local (2017) — a Telugu action, comedy, romance film directed by Trinadha Rao Nakkina. Starring Nani, Keerthy Suresh, Naveen Chandra. This story is about a happy-go-lucky young man, Babu, who falls in love with a girl. However, he runs into a problem while convincing her father to permit them to be together. Our Rating: 3/5. Verdict: HIT. Released: 3 Feb 2017. Runtime: 2h 30m.
Nenu Local(2017)
Attitude is Everything
Telugu · Action, Comedy, Romance
2h 30m · 3 Feb 2017
Music: Devi Sri Prasad | DOP: Nizar Shafi | Writer: Prasanna Kumar Bezawada, Trinadha Rao Nakkina, Sai Krishna Biyyapu
Ratings
Our Rating
3
📖 Story
Nenu Local is a romantic comedy that follows the life of Babu, a carefree and fun-loving young man who falls in love with Keerthy. The story explores his efforts to win her love while dealing with various comedic and emotional challenges, including misunderstandings and family opposition.
Nani: Energetic and charming portrayal of a carefree youth, bringing natural comic timing and emotional depth.
Keerthy Suresh: Graceful and expressive, providing a strong romantic counterpart to Nani.
Naveen Chandra: Supportive role with convincing performance.
Trinadha Rao Nakkina: Effective in a pivotal role adding gravitas.
Nani: Solid supporting performance.
Keerthy Suresh: Notable supporting role with good screen presence.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Nani's charismatic performance
- ✓Engaging romantic comedy elements
- ✓Catchy music by Devi Sri Prasad
- ✓Good cinematography by Nizar Shafi
- ✓Light-hearted and entertaining screenplay
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable storyline
- ✕Some clichéd scenes
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
🎬 Direction & Writing
Trinadha Rao Nakkina delivers a youthful and entertaining romantic comedy with a focus on light humor and emotional moments. The direction keeps the narrative engaging despite a familiar plot.
- - Music by Devi Sri Prasad
- - Cinematography by Nizar Shafi
- - Editing and screenplay
- - Production design
📰 Ratings Sources
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Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
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🏆 Records & Box Office
- - Strong opening in Telugu states
- - Sustained good footfalls over initial weeks
- - Positive word of mouth contributed to steady collections
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 60% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 15% |
Critics
Critics generally praised Nani's performance and the film's entertaining music and humor. However, some noted the predictable plot and pacing issues. Overall, the movie was seen as a fun, light-hearted entertainer suitable for family audiences.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Nenu Local release in theatres?▾
Nenu Local released on 3 February 2017 (2017).
Is Nenu Local a hit or flop?▾
Nenu Local is declared a HIT at the box office.
Where to watch Nenu Local online? OTT release date?▾
Nenu Local is available on YouTube, ZEE5, JioHotstar, YouTube. OTT date will be updated soon.
Who directed Nenu Local?▾
Nenu Local directed by Trinadha Rao Nakkina. Produced by Dil Raju, Shirish.
Who are the main cast members of Nenu Local?▾
Nenu Local stars Nani, Keerthy Suresh, Naveen Chandra.
What is the Tollybo rating for Nenu Local?▾
Tollybo rates Nenu Local 3/5. Verdict: HIT.
Who composed the music for Nenu Local?▾
Music for Nenu Local composed by Devi Sri Prasad.
What is the genre and runtime of Nenu Local?▾
Nenu Local — Genre: Action, Comedy, Romance, Runtime: 150 minutes, Language: Telugu.