Pressure Cooker (2020) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Pressure Cooker (2020) Review
Pressure Cooker (2020), a Telugu comedy, drama movie starring Preethi Asrani, Sai Ronak, C. V. L. Narasimha Rao, is reviewed here. Directed by Sujoi Karampuri, Sushil Karampuri. A young man faces immense pressure from his family to move to America, get a job and have his life settled abroad. Our Rating: 2/5. Verdict: FLOP. Released: 21 Feb 2020. Runtime: 2h 15m.
Pressure Cooker(2020)
Telugu · Comedy, Drama
2h 15m · 21 Feb 2020
Ratings
Our Rating
2
📖 Story
Pressure Cooker follows the story of a young man from a middle-class family who is pressured by his father to secure a government job. The film explores the struggles and dilemmas he faces balancing his personal aspirations with familial expectations, highlighting the societal pressures surrounding employment and success.
Sai Ronak: Natural and relatable portrayal of the protagonist dealing with societal and familial pressures.
Preethi Asrani: Effective and charming in the role of the female lead, providing emotional support to the protagonist.
C. V. L. Narasimha Rao: Provides comic relief with a natural and engaging performance.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Relatable and socially relevant storyline
- ✓Strong performances by lead actors
- ✓Good blend of humor and emotion
- ✓Realistic portrayal of middle-class struggles
Weaknesses
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Some predictable plot points
- ✕Lack of novelty in screenplay
🎬 Direction & Writing
The directors Sujoi Karampuri and Sushil Karampuri deliver a sincere and heartfelt narrative, focusing on social themes with a balanced mix of humor and drama. The direction maintains a grounded tone throughout, though the screenplay could have been tighter.
📰 Critic Reviews
On the whole, Pressure Cooker is a film that has a good concept but a boring and bland narration takes the film down. Hero Sai Ronak leads from the front but the rest of the aspects do not help the film in any which way. Except for some romantic scenes, this film ends as a below-average watch this weekend.
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📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 1.25 | |
| 2.5 |
Our Rating
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😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 60% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 15% |
Critics
Critics appreciated the film's relatable theme and performances, especially highlighting Sai Ronak's natural acting. However, some noted the screenplay's predictability and pacing issues. Overall, the film was seen as a decent entertainer with social relevance.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Pressure Cooker release in theatres?▾
Pressure Cooker released on 21 February 2020 (2020).
Is Pressure Cooker a hit or flop?▾
Pressure Cooker is declared a FLOP at the box office.
Where to watch Pressure Cooker online? OTT release date?▾
Pressure Cooker is available on aha, Vi Movies and TV from 12 March 2020.
Who directed Pressure Cooker?▾
Pressure Cooker directed by Sujoi Karampuri, Sushil Karampuri.
Who are the main cast members of Pressure Cooker?▾
Pressure Cooker stars Preethi Asrani, Sai Ronak, C. V. L. Narasimha Rao.
What is the Tollybo rating for Pressure Cooker?▾
Tollybo rates Pressure Cooker 2/5. Verdict: FLOP.
What is the genre and runtime of Pressure Cooker?▾
Pressure Cooker — Genre: Comedy, Drama, Runtime: 135 minutes, Language: Telugu.