Rowdy Alludu (1991) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Rowdy Alludu (1991) Review
Rowdy Alludu (1991) (Telugu action, comedy) — directed by K Raghavendra Rao. Starring Chiranjeevi, Shobana, Divya Bharti. Kalyan is an industrialist whose conniving enemies first replace him with an imposter, Johnny, and then frame him for murder. But when Johnny realises Kalyan's innocence, he decides to help him. Our Rating: 3.25/5. Verdict: SUPER HIT. Released: 18 Oct 1991. Runtime: 2h 24m.
Rowdy Alludu(1991)
Telugu · Action, Comedy
2h 24m · 18 Oct 1991
Writer: Satyanand
Ratings
Our Rating
3.25
📖 Story
Rowdy Alludu is an action-comedy revolving around a spirited young man who takes on a powerful antagonist to protect his family and loved ones. The film blends mass entertainment with drama, featuring twists, romance, and high-energy sequences.
Chiranjeevi: Energetic and charismatic, delivering a mass entertainer role with flair.
Divya Bharti: Charming and engaging in her role, adding freshness to the film.
Divya Bharti: Strong presence with good screen space, complementing the lead roles.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Chiranjeevi's star power and performance
- ✓Engaging action sequences
- ✓Catchy music and songs
- ✓Entertaining screenplay with comedy elements
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable storyline
- ✕Some melodramatic moments
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
🎬 Direction & Writing
K Raghavendra Rao delivers a commercial entertainer with his signature style, balancing action, drama, and comedy effectively. The writing caters well to the mass audience, though it lacks novelty.
📰 Critic Reviews
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 7.4 | |
| 0 | |
| 0 | |
| 73 | |
| 55 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
No collection data available yet.
🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
No centers data available.
No awards data available.
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 60% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 15% |
Critics
Critics appreciated Chiranjeevi's performance and the film's entertainment value but noted the lack of originality in the story. The film was seen as a typical commercial potboiler with strong mass appeal.
Final Box-Office Result
🏟 Theatrical Centers Run
100 Days - Centers
| # | City | Theater | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hyderabad | Sudarsan 35mm | — |
| 2 | Warangal | Gemini | — |
| 3 | Vizag | Alankar | — |
| 4 | Vijayanagaram | Balaji | — |
| 5 | Kakinada | Padmapriya | — |
| 6 | Rajamundry | Ashoka | — |
| 7 | Amalapuram | Ramamahal | — |
| 8 | Eluru | Panduranga | — |
| 9 | Bheemavaram | Annapurna | — |
| 10 | Thadepalligudem | Prabhat | — |
| 11 | Palakollu | Venkatarama | — |
| 12 | Vijayawada | Jayaraj | — |
| 13 | Guntur | Krishna Picture Palace | — |
| 14 | Nellore | Archana | — |
| 15 | Tirupathi | Pratap | — |
| 16 | Madanapalli | Jyothy | — |
| 17 | Annathapur | Ramesh | — |
| 18 | Kurnool | Victory | — |
| 19 | Nandyala | Pratap | — |
| 20 | Cuddapah | Venkatesh | — |
| 21 | Proddutor | Anwar | — |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Rowdy Alludu release in theatres?▾
Rowdy Alludu released on 18 October 1991 (1991).
Is Rowdy Alludu a hit or flop?▾
Rowdy Alludu is declared a SUPER HIT at the box office.
Where to watch Rowdy Alludu online? OTT release date?▾
Rowdy Alludu OTT release date not announced yet.
Who directed Rowdy Alludu?▾
Rowdy Alludu directed by K Raghavendra Rao. Produced by Venkata Rao, Allu Aravind.
Who are the main cast members of Rowdy Alludu?▾
Rowdy Alludu stars Chiranjeevi, Shobana, Divya Bharti.
What is the Tollybo rating for Rowdy Alludu?▾
Tollybo rates Rowdy Alludu 3.25/5. Verdict: SUPER HIT.
What is the genre and runtime of Rowdy Alludu?▾
Rowdy Alludu — Genre: Action, Comedy, Runtime: 144 minutes, Language: Telugu.