Ninne Pelladatha (1996) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Ninne Pelladatha (1996) Review
Directed by Pasupuleti Krishna Vamsi, Ninne Pelladatha (1996) is a Telugu romance, comedy, drama film starring Nagarjuna Akkineni, Tabu, Lakshmi. When Mahalakshmi comes to the city, she falls in love with Seenu, whose family approves of her. But when her parents arrive, they forcibly take her away. Will the history of their families separate Mahalakshmi and Seenu? Our Rating: 3.5/5. Verdict: BLOCKBUSTER. Released: 4 Oct 1996. Runtime: 2h 25m.
Ninne Pelladatha(1996)
Telugu · Romance, Comedy, Drama
2h 25m · 4 Oct 1996
Writer: Krishna Vamsi, Pruthvi Teja, Uttej
Ratings
Our Rating
3.5
📖 Story
Ninne Pelladatha is a romantic drama that explores the love story between the lead characters played by Nagarjuna and Tabu. The film delves into themes of love, commitment, and emotional bonding, set against a backdrop of familial and societal expectations.
Nagarjuna Akkineni: Charismatic and heartfelt portrayal of the male lead, delivering a memorable romantic hero.
Tabu: Graceful and emotive performance, effectively complementing Nagarjuna's character.
Lakshmi: Strong supporting role with convincing emotional depth.
Pasupuleti Krishna Vamsi: Effective in a character role adding to the narrative.
Nagarjuna Akkineni: Provided comic relief and warmth.
Tabu: Supportive role with adequate screen presence.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Engaging romantic storyline
- ✓Strong lead performances
- ✓Emotional depth and chemistry between leads
- ✓Memorable dialogues and scenes
Weaknesses
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Some supporting characters underutilized
🎬 Direction & Writing
Pasupuleti Krishna Vamsi's direction is sensitive and focused on emotional storytelling, successfully capturing the nuances of romance and relationships with a fresh narrative style.
📰 Critic Reviews
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 7.7 | |
| 3.5 | |
| 0 | |
| 71 | |
| 70 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
No collection data available yet.
🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
| Run | Centers |
|---|---|
| 100 Days Centers | 34 |
No awards data available.
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 60% |
| Neutral | 30% |
| Negative | 10% |
Critics
The film was well received for its heartfelt narrative and strong performances, especially praising the chemistry between Nagarjuna and Tabu. Critics appreciated the emotional depth but noted minor pacing issues.
Final Box-Office Result
🏟 Theatrical Centers Run
100 Days - Centers
| # | City | Theater | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hyderabad | Devi | — |
| 2 | Vijayawada | Raj | — |
| 3 | Visakhapatnam | Jyothy | — |
| 4 | Kakinada | Chanakya | — |
| 5 | Rajahmundry | Rambha | — |
| 6 | Gajuwaka | Kanya | — |
| 7 | Srikakulam | Chandra Mahal | — |
| 8 | Anakapally | Srilakshmi | — |
| 9 | Vijayanagaram | New Poorna | — |
| 10 | Mandapeta | Vijay | — |
| 11 | Amalapuram | Hanuman | — |
| 12 | Eluru | Sai Balaji | — |
| 13 | Bheemavaram | Satyanarayana | — |
| 14 | Tadepallygudem | Ranga Mahal | — |
| 15 | Tanuku | Padmasri | — |
| 16 | Palakollu | Maruthi | — |
| 17 | Gudiwada | Gopala Krishna | — |
| 18 | Machilipatnam | Ram Santhi | — |
| 19 | Guntur | Bhaskara Deluxe | — |
| 20 | Ongole | Tulasiram | — |
| 21 | Chilakaluripet | Manga | — |
| 22 | Nellore | Kaveri | — |
| 23 | Anantapur | Santhi | — |
| 24 | Kadapa | Lehar | — |
| 25 | Kurnool | Venkatesh | — |
| 26 | Proddutur | BVS | — |
| 27 | Nandyala | Venkatesh | — |
| 28 | Secunderabad | Nataraj | — |
| 29 | Dilshuknagar | Konark | — |
| 30 | Khammam | Vinoda | — |
| 31 | Warangal | Ram | — |
| 32 | Karim Nagar | Srinivasa | — |
| 33 | Nizamabad | Lalitha Mahal | — |
| 34 | Bangalore | Tribhuvan | — |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Ninne Pelladatha release in theatres?▾
Ninne Pelladatha released on 4 October 1996 (1996).
Is Ninne Pelladatha a hit or flop?▾
Ninne Pelladatha is declared a BLOCKBUSTER at the box office.
Where to watch Ninne Pelladatha online? OTT release date?▾
Ninne Pelladatha is available on Hungama Play. OTT date will be updated soon.
Who directed Ninne Pelladatha?▾
Ninne Pelladatha directed by Pasupuleti Krishna Vamsi.
Who are the main cast members of Ninne Pelladatha?▾
Ninne Pelladatha stars Nagarjuna Akkineni, Tabu, Lakshmi.
What is the Tollybo rating for Ninne Pelladatha?▾
Tollybo rates Ninne Pelladatha 3.5/5. Verdict: BLOCKBUSTER.
What is the genre and runtime of Ninne Pelladatha?▾
Ninne Pelladatha — Genre: Romance, Comedy, Drama, Runtime: 145 minutes, Language: Telugu.