Shankara (2016) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Shankara (2016) Review
Shankara (2016) — a Telugu crime film directed by Thathineni Satya. Starring Nara Rohith, Regina Cassandra, John Vijay. Shankar (Nara Rohit) lives in a hostel to pursue his education. Circumstances force him into a rivalry with a police officer (John Vijay) who sabotages Shankar's life and labels him as a drug addict. How Shankar solves the problem is the crux of the story. (Wikipedia, Creative Commons Attribution-S... Our Rating: 2/5. Verdict: FLOP. Released: 21 Oct 2016.
Shankara(2016)
Telugu · Crime
0 · 21 Oct 2016
DOP: Surender Reddy | Writer: Thathineni Satya
Ratings
Our Rating
2
📖 Story
Shankara is a Telugu action drama revolving around the life of a young man who takes on powerful adversaries to protect his loved ones and uphold justice. The narrative explores themes of courage, sacrifice, and the fight against corruption.
Nara Rohith: Delivered a convincing and intense portrayal of the protagonist, balancing action and emotional scenes effectively.
Regina Cassandra: Provided a graceful and supportive role, complementing the lead with natural screen presence.
John Vijay: Played the antagonist with convincing menace, adding depth to the conflict.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Strong lead performance by Nara Rohith
- ✓Engaging action sequences
- ✓Effective cinematography by Surender Reddy
- ✓Tightly paced screenplay
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable storyline
- ✕Lack of novelty in plot
- ✕Underdeveloped supporting characters
🎬 Direction & Writing
Thathineni Satya's direction is competent, focusing on delivering a commercial action drama with clear narrative flow, though it lacks innovative storytelling elements.
- - Cinematography by Surender Reddy
- - Editing
- - Action choreography
- - Background score
📰 Ratings Sources
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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 | 30% |
| Negative | 30% |
Critics
The film received mixed reviews from critics, with praise for the lead actor's performance and technical aspects like cinematography, but criticism for its predictable plot and lack of freshness.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Shankara release in theatres?▾
Shankara released on 21 October 2016 (2016).
Is Shankara a hit or flop?▾
Shankara is declared a FLOP at the box office.
Where to watch Shankara online? OTT release date?▾
Shankara is available on Hungama Play, Vi Movies and TV, YuppTV. OTT date will be updated soon.
Who directed Shankara?▾
Shankara directed by Thathineni Satya. Produced by K. S. Rama Rao.
Who are the main cast members of Shankara?▾
Shankara stars Nara Rohith, Regina Cassandra, John Vijay.
What is the Tollybo rating for Shankara?▾
Tollybo rates Shankara 2/5. Verdict: FLOP.
What is the genre and runtime of Shankara?▾
Shankara — Genre: Crime, Language: Telugu.