Phalana Abbayi Phalana Ammayi (2023) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
Last updated: 5 May 2026
Phalana Abbayi Phalana Ammayi (2023) Review
Phalana Abbayi Phalana Ammayi (2023) — a Telugu drama, family, romance movie directed by Srinivas Avasarala. The cast includes Naga Shaurya, Malavika Nair, Abhishek Maharshi. A heart warming romantic tale of Sanjay and Anupama and their journey together over the years, about their first met, their growth in friendship, later the love and the drift in relationship. Our Rating: 2/5. Verdict: FLOP. Released: 17 Mar 2023. Runtime: 2h 6m.
Phalana Abbayi Phalana Ammayi(2023)
Telugu · Drama, Family, Romance
2h 6m · 17 Mar 2023
Music: Kalyani Malik | DOP: Sunil Kumar | Writer: Srinivas Avasarala
Ratings
Our Rating
2
📖 Story
The film explores the evolving relationship between a young man and woman over several years, capturing their emotional journeys, misunderstandings, and the nuances of modern romance in a realistic and relatable manner.
Naga Shaurya: Natural and restrained, effectively portraying the complexities of his character's emotions.
Malavika Nair: Subtle and convincing, delivering a grounded and heartfelt portrayal.
Abhishek Maharshi: Supportive role with a decent presence.
Srinivas Avasarala: Adequate performance in a supporting role.
Srinivas Avasarala: Cameo with a memorable touch.
Malavika Nair: Brief but impactful appearance.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Realistic and relatable storytelling
- ✓Strong chemistry between leads
- ✓Naturalistic performances
- ✓Refreshing take on modern relationships
- ✓Good music score by Kalyani Malik
Weaknesses
- ✕Slow pacing in parts
- ✕Some narrative predictability
- ✕Limited commercial appeal
🎬 Direction & Writing
Srinivas Avasarala delivers a nuanced and heartfelt direction with a focus on subtle emotional beats and character-driven storytelling, maintaining a balance between realism and cinematic engagement.
- - Music by Kalyani Malik
- - Cinematography by Sunil Kumar
- - Editing with smooth narrative flow
- - Sound design complementing mood
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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 | 60% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 15% |
Critics
Critics appreciated the film's realistic portrayal of relationships and strong performances, particularly praising the director's subtle storytelling style. However, some noted the slow pace and predictability as drawbacks. Overall, the film was seen as a refreshing romantic drama in Telugu cinema.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Phalana Abbayi Phalana Ammayi release in theatres?▾
Phalana Abbayi Phalana Ammayi released on 17 March 2023 (2023).
Is Phalana Abbayi Phalana Ammayi a hit or flop?▾
Phalana Abbayi Phalana Ammayi is declared a FLOP at the box office.
Where to watch Phalana Abbayi Phalana Ammayi online? OTT release date?▾
Phalana Abbayi Phalana Ammayi is available on Sun NXT from 4 May 2023.
Who directed Phalana Abbayi Phalana Ammayi?▾
Phalana Abbayi Phalana Ammayi directed by Srinivas Avasarala. Produced by T G Vishwa Prasad, Padmaja Dasari.
Who are the main cast members of Phalana Abbayi Phalana Ammayi?▾
Phalana Abbayi Phalana Ammayi stars Naga Shaurya, Malavika Nair, Abhishek Maharshi.
What is the Tollybo rating for Phalana Abbayi Phalana Ammayi?▾
Tollybo rates Phalana Abbayi Phalana Ammayi 2/5. Verdict: FLOP.
Who composed the music for Phalana Abbayi Phalana Ammayi?▾
Music for Phalana Abbayi Phalana Ammayi composed by Kalyani Malik.
What is the genre and runtime of Phalana Abbayi Phalana Ammayi?▾
Phalana Abbayi Phalana Ammayi — Genre: Drama, Family, Romance, Runtime: 126 minutes, Language: Telugu.