Paagal (2021) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
Last updated: 5 May 2026
Paagal (2021) Review
Paagal (2021) — a Telugu comedy film directed by Naresh Kuppili. Starring Vishwak Sen, Nivetha Pethuraj, Murali Sharma. After his mother's death, Prem, a young man, searches for love in every woman he comes across. However, when he finds true love in Theera, they face several challenges in their quest to unite. Our Rating: 2.5/5. Verdict: AVERAGE. Released: 14 Aug 2021. Runtime: 2h 15m.
Paagal(2021)
Telugu · Comedy
2h 15m · 14 Aug 2021
Music: Leon James, Radhan | DOP: Manikandan Saravanan | Writer: Chanti Karani, Naresh Kuppili
Ratings
Our Rating
2.5
📖 Story
Paagal is a romantic drama that follows the story of a young man, played by Vishwak Sen, who is deeply in love and goes to great lengths to win the heart of his beloved, portrayed by Nivetha Pethuraj. The narrative explores themes of love, obsession, and the emotional turmoil that accompanies unrequited feelings, set against a backdrop of contemporary Telugu culture.
Vishwak Sen: Energetic and heartfelt portrayal of a lovestruck young man, carrying the emotional weight of the film.
Nivetha Pethuraj: Graceful and convincing as the female lead, providing a strong emotional anchor.
Murali Sharma: Solid supporting role adding depth to the storyline.
Naresh Kuppili: Provides comic relief with natural timing.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Engaging romantic storyline
- ✓Strong lead performances
- ✓Good music score by Leon James and Radhan
- ✓Cinematography by Manikandan Saravanan enhances the emotional tone
Weaknesses
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Predictable plot elements
- ✕Some supporting characters underutilized
🎬 Direction & Writing
Naresh Kuppili delivers a sincere romantic drama with a focus on emotional depth, though the narrative occasionally suffers from pacing inconsistencies and predictable tropes.
- - Music by Leon James and Radhan
- - Cinematography by Manikandan Saravanan
- - Editing that could have been tighter
- - Production design suitable for the film's tone
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Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
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😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 30% |
| Neutral | 40% |
| Negative | 30% |
Critics
Critics generally appreciated the earnest performances and music but pointed out flaws in the screenplay and pacing. The film was seen as a decent romantic entertainer with some emotional moments but lacked novelty.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Paagal release in theatres?▾
Paagal released on 14 August 2021 (2021).
Is Paagal a hit or flop?▾
Paagal is declared a AVERAGE at the box office.
Where to watch Paagal online? OTT release date?▾
Paagal is available on Prime Video, Prime Video, Prime Video, Prime Video from 2 September 2021.
Who directed Paagal?▾
Paagal directed by Naresh Kuppili. Produced by Bekkem Venugopal.
Who are the main cast members of Paagal?▾
Paagal stars Vishwak Sen, Nivetha Pethuraj, Murali Sharma.
What is the Tollybo rating for Paagal?▾
Tollybo rates Paagal 2.5/5. Verdict: AVERAGE.
Who composed the music for Paagal?▾
Music for Paagal composed by Leon James, Radhan.
What is the genre and runtime of Paagal?▾
Paagal — Genre: Comedy, Runtime: 135 minutes, Language: Telugu.