Pandaga Chesko (2015) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
Last updated: 5 May 2026
Pandaga Chesko (2015) Review
Released on 29 May 2015, Pandaga Chesko (2015) is a Telugu action, drama, family movie starring Ram Pothineni, Rakul Preet Singh, Sonal Chauhan. Directed by Gopichand Malineni. Karthik, a money minded businessman, gets engaged to another money-minded girl Anushka. When his factory gets shut down by an environment activist Divya, he goes back to India only to fall in love with her. Our Rating: 2.75/5. Verdict: ABOVE AVERAGE. Runtime: 2h 42m.
Pandaga Chesko(2015)
Telugu · Action, Drama, Family
2h 42m · 29 May 2015
Music: S. Thaman | DOP: Arthur Wilson | Writer: Kona Venkat, Anil Ravipudi, Veligonda Srinivas
Ratings
Our Rating
2.75
📖 Story
Pandaga Chesko is a family entertainer that revolves around Karthik, who returns to India from abroad to reunite his estranged family and resolve their conflicts, while also dealing with love and misunderstandings.
Ram Pothineni: Energetic and charming as the protagonist, carrying the film with his lively presence.
Rakul Preet Singh: Pleasant and effective in her role as the female lead, complementing the hero well.
Sonal Chauhan: Supports the narrative with a decent performance.
Gopichand Malineni: Provides comic relief with his usual flair.
Ram Pothineni: Strong presence in a pivotal role.
Rakul Preet Singh: Solid performance in a supporting role.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Engaging family drama
- ✓Catchy music by S. Thaman
- ✓Good comic timing
- ✓Strong emotional moments
- ✓Vibrant cinematography by Arthur Wilson
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable storyline
- ✕Lengthy runtime
- ✕Some melodramatic scenes
- ✕Formulaic screenplay
🎬 Direction & Writing
Gopichand Malineni delivers a commercial entertainer with a focus on family values and emotions, balancing action, comedy, and drama effectively though sticking to a tried-and-tested formula.
📰 Critic Reviews
Pandaga Chesko is a film with good interval twist and some laughs here and there. Plus points of the movie are performance by Ram and family orientation. But, story and scenes in the movie lack freshness. This movie has commercial entertainment and family emotions. Success of this movie depends on how family crowds emb…
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 2.5 | |
| 2.5 | |
| 3 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
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😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 60% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 15% |
Critics
Critics generally appreciated the film for its family-oriented content, performances, and music, but noted the predictable plot and formulaic approach. The film was seen as a decent commercial entertainer catering to the mass audience.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Pandaga Chesko release in theatres?▾
Pandaga Chesko released on 29 May 2015 (2015).
Is Pandaga Chesko a hit or flop?▾
Pandaga Chesko is declared a ABOVE AVERAGE at the box office.
Where to watch Pandaga Chesko online? OTT release date?▾
Pandaga Chesko is available on Vi Movies and TV. OTT date will be updated soon.
Who directed Pandaga Chesko?▾
Pandaga Chesko directed by Gopichand Malineni. Produced by Paruchuri Kireeti.
Who are the main cast members of Pandaga Chesko?▾
Pandaga Chesko stars Ram Pothineni, Rakul Preet Singh, Sonal Chauhan.
What is the Tollybo rating for Pandaga Chesko?▾
Tollybo rates Pandaga Chesko 2.75/5. Verdict: ABOVE AVERAGE.
Who composed the music for Pandaga Chesko?▾
Music for Pandaga Chesko composed by S. Thaman.
What is the genre and runtime of Pandaga Chesko?▾
Pandaga Chesko — Genre: Action, Drama, Family, Runtime: 162 minutes, Language: Telugu.