Shankar Dada Zindabad (2007) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Shankar Dada Zindabad (2007) Review
Shankar Dada Zindabad (2007) is a Telugu comedy film starring Chiranjeevi, Srikanth, Karishma Kotak. Directed by Prabhu Deva. A goon falls for a girl who manages an old-age home, and she mistakes the goon for a professor. She seeks his help not knowing that the man who wants the old-age home demolished is his boss. Our Rating: 2.25/5. Verdict: FLOP. Released: 27 Jul 2007. Runtime: 2h 22m.
Shankar Dada Zindabad(2007)
Coming Again With Mahatma
Telugu · Comedy
2h 22m · 27 Jul 2007
Music: Devi Sri Prasad | DOP: Chota K. Naidu | Writer: Rajkumar Hirani, Gopalakrishna Paruchuri, Paruchuri Venkateswara Rao
Ratings
Our Rating
2.25
📖 Story
Shankar Dada Zindabad follows the story of Shankar Dada, a kind-hearted but mischievous man who gets involved in various comedic and action-packed situations. The film explores his journey as he confronts local criminals and fights for justice, blending humor, drama, and social messages.
Chiranjeevi: Charismatic and energetic, delivering a strong mass appeal performance.
Srikanth: Effective as the antagonist, providing a solid counter to the hero.
Karishma Kotak: Offers a decent presence with limited scope.
Prabhu Deva: Strong supporting role with convincing intensity.
Chiranjeevi: Provides comic relief with his trademark style.
Srikanth: Good comedic timing supporting the humor track.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Chiranjeevi’s charismatic screen presence
- ✓Energetic action sequences
- ✓Engaging comedy scenes
- ✓Devi Sri Prasad’s music and background score
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable storyline
- ✕Weak character development for supporting cast
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
🎬 Direction & Writing
Prabhu Deva delivers a commercial entertainer with a mix of action, comedy, and drama. The direction is focused on mass appeal, though the narrative lacks novelty and depth.
📰 Critic Reviews
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📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 3 |
Our Rating
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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
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😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 35% |
| Negative | 25% |
Critics
The film received mixed reviews with praise for Chiranjeevi’s performance and music, but criticism for its predictable plot and uneven screenplay.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Shankar Dada Zindabad release in theatres?▾
Shankar Dada Zindabad released on 27 July 2007 (2007).
Is Shankar Dada Zindabad a hit or flop?▾
Shankar Dada Zindabad is declared a FLOP at the box office.
Where to watch Shankar Dada Zindabad online? OTT release date?▾
Shankar Dada Zindabad is available on Sun NXT, Vi Movies and TV, MX Player from 13 May 2017.
Who directed Shankar Dada Zindabad?▾
Shankar Dada Zindabad directed by Prabhu Deva. Produced by Ravishankal Akkineni, Gemini Kiran.
Who are the main cast members of Shankar Dada Zindabad?▾
Shankar Dada Zindabad stars Chiranjeevi, Srikanth, Karishma Kotak.
What is the Tollybo rating for Shankar Dada Zindabad?▾
Tollybo rates Shankar Dada Zindabad 2.25/5. Verdict: FLOP.
Who composed the music for Shankar Dada Zindabad?▾
Music for Shankar Dada Zindabad composed by Devi Sri Prasad.
What is the genre and runtime of Shankar Dada Zindabad?▾
Shankar Dada Zindabad — Genre: Comedy, Runtime: 142 minutes, Language: Telugu.