Parugu (2008) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
Last updated: 5 May 2026
Parugu (2008) Review
Parugu (2008) is a Telugu action, drama, romance film directed by Bhaskar, starring Allu Arjun, Sheela Kaur, Prakash Raj. A group of friends are forcibly transported to a village and kept imprisoned, as the village head, who believes that they have helped in his daughter's elopement with her lover. Our Rating: 3/5. Verdict: HIT. Released: 1 May 2008. Runtime: 2h 53m.
Parugu(2008)
Telugu · Action, Drama, Romance
2h 53m · 1 May 2008
Music: Mani Sharma | DOP: Vijay C Chakravarthy | Writer: Bommarillu Baskar, B.V.S. Ravi, Koratala Siva
Ratings
Our Rating
3
📖 Story
Parugu follows the story of Krishna, who is tasked with finding and bringing back the runaway brides of a powerful family. The film explores themes of love, family honor, and reconciliation as Krishna navigates complex relationships and conflicts to reunite the estranged lovers with their families.
Allu Arjun: Charismatic and energetic, delivering a strong emotional and action-oriented role.
Sheela Kaur: Graceful and convincing as the female lead, complementing the hero well.
Prakash Raj: Powerful and commanding presence as the authoritative family patriarch.
Bhaskar: Provides comic relief with timing and expressions.
Allu Arjun: Minor role with light humor.
Sheela Kaur: Effective in a supporting antagonist role.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Engaging storyline with emotional depth
- ✓Strong performances by lead actors
- ✓Well-choreographed action sequences
- ✓Melodious music by Mani Sharma
- ✓Cinematography capturing rural settings effectively
Weaknesses
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Some predictable plot elements
- ✕Supporting characters underdeveloped
🎬 Direction & Writing
Bhaskar delivers a well-crafted family drama with a blend of action and romance, maintaining a balance between emotional moments and entertainment. The writing is solid though occasionally predictable, but the direction keeps the narrative engaging.
- - Music by Mani Sharma
- - Cinematography by Vijay C Chakravarthy
- - Editing with decent pace
- - Production design reflecting rural ambiance
📰 Ratings Sources
No rating sources available.
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
No collection data available yet.
🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
| Run | Centers |
|---|---|
| 50 Days Centers | 175 |
| 100 Days Centers | 54 |
No awards data available.
🏆 Records & Box Office
- - Strong opening in Andhra Pradesh
- - Sustained good collections over initial weeks
- - Positive word of mouth contributed to steady run
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 65% |
| Neutral | 20% |
| Negative | 15% |
Critics
Critics generally praised Allu Arjun's performance and the film's emotional core, while noting some narrative predictability. The music and cinematography were well received, contributing positively to the film's appeal.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Parugu release in theatres?▾
Parugu released on 1 May 2008 (2008).
Is Parugu a hit or flop?▾
Parugu is declared a HIT at the box office.
Where to watch Parugu online? OTT release date?▾
Parugu is available on Netflix, aha, YouTube, Sun NXT, YouTube. OTT date will be updated soon.
Who directed Parugu?▾
Parugu directed by Bhaskar. Produced by Dil Raju.
Who are the main cast members of Parugu?▾
Parugu stars Allu Arjun, Sheela Kaur, Prakash Raj.
What is the Tollybo rating for Parugu?▾
Tollybo rates Parugu 3/5. Verdict: HIT.
Who composed the music for Parugu?▾
Music for Parugu composed by Mani Sharma.
What is the genre and runtime of Parugu?▾
Parugu — Genre: Action, Drama, Romance, Runtime: 173 minutes, Language: Telugu.