Sridevi Shoban Babu (2023) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Sridevi Shoban Babu (2023) Review
Sridevi Shoban Babu (2023) (Telugu comedy, romance) — directed by Prashanth Kumar Dimmala. Featuring Santosh Shoban, Gouri G Kishan, Nagendra Babu. Sridevi, daughter of Sekhar, i is a budding costume designer whose creative urges take her to Araku, where she meets Shoban Babu either by design or by accident and falls for him. But there is a catch. Sridevi's father and Shoban's mother are estranged siblings. Our Rating: 2/5. Verdict: FLOP. Produced by Gold Box Entertainment, Released: 18 Feb 2023. Runtime: 2h 12m.
Sridevi Shoban Babu(2023)
Telugu · Comedy, Romance
2h 12m · 18 Feb 2023
Music: Syed Kamran | DOP: Siddharth Ramaswamy | Writer: Prashanth Kumar Dimmala
Ratings
Our Rating
2
📖 Story
Sridevi Shoban Babu is a Telugu family drama that explores the emotional journey of the titular characters, focusing on relationships, personal growth, and the challenges they face in their intertwined lives.
Santosh Shoban: Natural and heartfelt portrayal of Shoban Babu, effectively conveying emotional depth.
Gouri G Kishan: Strong and nuanced performance as Sridevi, bringing authenticity to the character.
Nagendra Babu: Supportive role with a solid screen presence.
Prashanth Kumar Dimmala: Effective in a pivotal supporting role.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Emotional storytelling
- ✓Strong lead performances
- ✓Good family values depiction
- ✓Pleasant music score by Syed Kamran
Weaknesses
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Predictable plot elements
- ✕Limited novelty in screenplay
🎬 Direction & Writing
Prashanth Kumar Dimmala delivers a sincere family drama with emphasis on emotions and relationships, though the narrative suffers from occasional pacing lags and conventional storytelling.
- - Music by Syed Kamran
- - Cinematography by Siddharth Ramaswamy
- - Editing and production values are adequate
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Our Rating
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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
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😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 35% |
| Negative | 25% |
Critics
Critics appreciated the emotional core and performances of the lead actors but noted the film's predictable storyline and slow pace as drawbacks. The music and cinematography received moderate praise.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Sridevi Shoban Babu release in theatres?▾
Sridevi Shoban Babu released on 18 February 2023 (2023).
Is Sridevi Shoban Babu a hit or flop?▾
Sridevi Shoban Babu is declared a FLOP at the box office.
Where to watch Sridevi Shoban Babu online? OTT release date?▾
Sridevi Shoban Babu is available on JioHotstar from 29 March 2023.
Who directed Sridevi Shoban Babu?▾
Sridevi Shoban Babu directed by Prashanth Kumar Dimmala. Produced by Vishnu Prasad, Sushmita Konidela.
Who are the main cast members of Sridevi Shoban Babu?▾
Sridevi Shoban Babu stars Santosh Shoban, Gouri G Kishan, Nagendra Babu.
What is the Tollybo rating for Sridevi Shoban Babu?▾
Tollybo rates Sridevi Shoban Babu 2/5. Verdict: FLOP.
Who composed the music for Sridevi Shoban Babu?▾
Music for Sridevi Shoban Babu composed by Syed Kamran.
What is the genre and runtime of Sridevi Shoban Babu?▾
Sridevi Shoban Babu — Genre: Comedy, Romance, Runtime: 132 minutes, Language: Telugu.