Ontari (2008) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
Last updated: 26 Mar 2026
Ontari (2008) Review
Ontari (2008) (Telugu action) — directed by B.V. Ramana. Starring Gopichand, Bhavana, Ali Basha. Vamsi falls in love with Bujji and pretends to be a CBI Officer to see her every day. Our Rating: 2.25/5. Verdict: FLOP. Released: 14 Feb 2008. Runtime: 2h 30m.
Ontari(2008)
Telugu · Action
2h 30m · 14 Feb 2008
Writer: Basha Sri, Bhashyasree, Marudhuri Raja
Ratings
Our Rating
2.25
📖 Story
Ontari is an action drama revolving around a young man who faces betrayal and fights against powerful enemies to protect his loved ones and seek justice.
Gopichand: Intense and energetic, carrying the film with a strong screen presence.
Bhavana: Supportive role with emotional depth.
Ali Basha: Effective in the antagonist role.
B.V. Ramana: Notable supporting performance.
Gopichand: Strong character portrayal.
Bhavana: Convincing as a negative character.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Gopichand's powerful performance
- ✓Engaging action sequences
- ✓Emotional storyline
- ✓Strong antagonist portrayal
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable plot
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Lack of novelty in screenplay
🎬 Direction & Writing
B.V. Ramana delivers a commercial action entertainer with focused direction, though the screenplay lacks freshness and relies on formulaic elements.
📰 Critic Reviews
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 3 | |
| 3 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
No collection data available yet.
🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
No centers data available.
No awards data available.
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 30% |
| Negative | 30% |
Critics
Critics appreciated Gopichand's performance and the action sequences but noted the film's predictable storyline and lack of innovation in the screenplay.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Ontari release in theatres?▾
Ontari released on 14 February 2008 (2008).
Is Ontari a hit or flop?▾
Ontari is declared a FLOP at the box office.
Where to watch Ontari online? OTT release date?▾
Ontari is available on Tentkotta. OTT date will be updated soon.
Who directed Ontari?▾
Ontari directed by B.V. Ramana.
Who are the main cast members of Ontari?▾
Ontari stars Gopichand, Bhavana, Ali Basha.
What is the Tollybo rating for Ontari?▾
Tollybo rates Ontari 2.25/5. Verdict: FLOP.
What is the genre and runtime of Ontari?▾
Ontari — Genre: Action, Runtime: 150 minutes, Language: Telugu.