Sainikudu (2006) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Sainikudu (2006) Review
Sainikudu (2006) (Telugu action, drama) — directed by Gunasekhar. Starring Mahesh Babu, Trisha Krishnan, Irrfan Khan. Siddharth strives to help flood victims and saves the relief material from falling into the wrong hands. This sets off a war between him and a corrupt politician, which leads to many twists and turns. Our Rating: 2/5. Verdict: FLOP. Released: 30 Nov 2006. Runtime: 2h 49m.
Sainikudu(2006)
Telugu · Action, Drama
2h 49m · 30 Nov 2006
Music: Harris Jayaraj | DOP: Balasubramaniem | Writer: Gunasekhar, Gopalakrishna Paruchuri, Paruchuri Venkateswara Rao
Ratings
Our Rating
2
📖 Story
Sainikudu follows the story of a soldier who returns home to find his family caught in a web of crime and corruption. He takes on the mantle of justice to protect his loved ones and fight the powerful antagonists threatening peace.
Mahesh Babu: Strong and intense portrayal of a soldier with emotional depth.
Trisha Krishnan: Supportive and graceful, complementing the lead well.
Irrfan Khan: Memorable and impactful in a pivotal role.
Gunasekhar: Convincing antagonist with a commanding presence.
Mahesh Babu: Effective in a character role adding weight to the narrative.
Trisha Krishnan: Solid performance in a supporting role.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Mahesh Babu's performance and screen presence
- ✓High production values and cinematography
- ✓Music by Harris Jayaraj
- ✓Action sequences and emotional moments
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable storyline
- ✕Lengthy runtime affecting pacing
- ✕Some melodramatic elements
🎬 Direction & Writing
Gunasekhar delivers a visually rich film with strong action sequences but struggles with pacing and a conventional narrative.
📰 Critic Reviews
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 5.1 | |
| 2.9 | |
| 0 | |
| 63 | |
| 46 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
No collection data available yet.
🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
| Run | Centers |
|---|---|
| 50 Days Centers | 18 |
| 100 Days Centers | 6 |
No awards data available.
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 35% |
| Negative | 25% |
Critics
Critics praised Mahesh Babu's performance and the technical aspects like cinematography and music but pointed out the predictable plot and pacing issues.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Sainikudu release in theatres?▾
Sainikudu released on 30 November 2006 (2006).
Is Sainikudu a hit or flop?▾
Sainikudu is declared a FLOP at the box office.
Where to watch Sainikudu online? OTT release date?▾
Sainikudu is available on Vi Movies and TV. OTT date will be updated soon.
Who directed Sainikudu?▾
Sainikudu directed by Gunasekhar. Produced by C. Ashwini Dutt, Swapna Dutt.
Who are the main cast members of Sainikudu?▾
Sainikudu stars Mahesh Babu, Trisha Krishnan, Irrfan Khan.
What is the Tollybo rating for Sainikudu?▾
Tollybo rates Sainikudu 2/5. Verdict: FLOP.
Who composed the music for Sainikudu?▾
Music for Sainikudu composed by Harris Jayaraj.
What is the genre and runtime of Sainikudu?▾
Sainikudu — Genre: Action, Drama, Runtime: 169 minutes, Language: Telugu.