Power (2014) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Power (2014) Review
Directed by Bobby Kolli, Power (2014) is a Telugu action, comedy, crime film starring Ravi Teja, Hansika Motwani, Regina Cassandra. Ravi Teja plays a young man desperate to become a police officer, who becomes embroiled in a plot to pose as his lookalike in order to re-capture an infamous thug from rogue cops. The film revolves around two similar looking people, Baldev Sahay - a corrupt ACP in Kolkata and Tirupathi - a person as... Our Rating: 2.75/5. Verdict: ABOVE AVERAGE. Released: 12 Sept 2014. Runtime: 2h 27m.
Power(2014)
Unlimited
Telugu · Action, Comedy, Crime
2h 27m · 12 Sept 2014
Music: S. Thaman | DOP: Arthur Wilson, Jayanan Vincent | Writer: Kona Venkat, Mohana Krishna, K. Chakravarthy
Ratings
Our Rating
2.75
📖 Story
Power is an action-comedy thriller revolving around a police officer who takes on a criminal mastermind. The film blends high-octane action sequences with humor and a suspenseful plot involving identity twists and revenge.
Ravi Teja: Energetic and charismatic as the lead cop, delivering a mass entertainer style performance.
Hansika Motwani: Provides the romantic interest with decent screen presence.
Regina Cassandra: Plays a pivotal role with a strong and confident portrayal.
Bobby Kolli: Effective as the antagonist, adding intensity to the narrative.
Ravi Teja: Supports the villainous side with a menacing presence.
Hansika Motwani: Delivers a solid supporting performance.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Ravi Teja's energetic performance
- ✓Engaging action sequences
- ✓Good background score by S. Thaman
- ✓Cinematography capturing dynamic visuals
- ✓Strong antagonist portrayal
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable storyline
- ✕Some pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Comedy not always effective
- ✕Lack of depth in female characters
🎬 Direction & Writing
Bobby Kolli delivers a commercial entertainer with a focus on mass appeal. The direction keeps the narrative moving briskly but lacks novelty in storytelling and character development.
📰 Critic Reviews
‘Chandi’ is an avoidable flick. The tagline of the film is ‘The Power of Woman’. But it should have been ‘The Power of Torture’. Poor direction, weak screenplay, bad dialogues and atrocious placement of songs just make this film unbearable.
Release date : 02 November 2013 123telugu.com Rating : 2.5/5 Director : Suseenthiran Producer : Vishal Music Director : D. Imman Starring…
‘ Power ‘ is going to end up as an average entertainer for Ravi Teja. A strong first half is a good asset for the movie but a below par second half spoiled the overall experience somewhat. Hansika and Regina add glamour to the movie. Business wise, the movie will have a tough fight as ‘Aagadu’ is getting ready to come…
First half of the film offers entertainment and second half has emotions and action sequences. Plus points of the film are entertainment and commercial elements. On the flipside, keeping few logics intact and smooth progression of scenes would have made the film better. Power has all the ingradients you expect from Rav…
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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 | 40% |
| Neutral | 35% |
| Negative | 25% |
Critics
Critics generally appreciated Ravi Teja's performance and the film's action sequences but pointed out the predictable plot and inconsistent comedy. The technical aspects like music and cinematography received moderate praise.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Power release in theatres?▾
Power released on 12 September 2014 (2014).
Is Power a hit or flop?▾
Power is declared a ABOVE AVERAGE at the box office.
Where to watch Power online? OTT release date?▾
Power is available on Vi Movies and TV, Hungama Play. OTT date will be updated soon.
Who directed Power?▾
Power directed by Bobby Kolli. Produced by Rockline Venkatesh.
Who are the main cast members of Power?▾
Power stars Ravi Teja, Hansika Motwani, Regina Cassandra.
What is the Tollybo rating for Power?▾
Tollybo rates Power 2.75/5. Verdict: ABOVE AVERAGE.
Who composed the music for Power?▾
Music for Power composed by S. Thaman.
What is the genre and runtime of Power?▾
Power — Genre: Action, Comedy, Crime, Runtime: 147 minutes, Language: Telugu.