Sridevi Soda Center (2021) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
Last updated: 11 Apr 2026
Sridevi Soda Center (2021) Review
Sridevi Soda Center (2021) is a Telugu action, drama, romance film directed by Karuna Kumar, starring Sudheer Babu, Anandhi, Naresh. A lightman falls for a girl who runs a soda centre. While love blossoms between the couple, caste prejudice that runs deeply rooted in their town will not allow them to prevail. Our Rating: 2.5/5. Verdict: AVERAGE. Released: 27 Aug 2021. Runtime: 2h 34m.
Sridevi Soda Center(2021)
Telugu · Action, Drama, Romance
2h 34m · 27 Aug 2021
DOP: Shamdat Sainudeen | Writer: Karuna Kumar
Ratings
Our Rating
2.5
📖 Story
Sridevi Soda Center is a social drama centered around the life of a young man working in a soda center in a rural village. The story explores themes of love, caste discrimination, and social justice as the protagonist fights against societal norms to protect his love and uphold dignity.
Sudheer Babu: Powerful and convincing portrayal of a socially conscious youth.
Anandhi: Natural and heartfelt performance as the female lead.
Naresh: Strong supporting role with impactful moments.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Strong social message
- ✓Engaging screenplay
- ✓Powerful performances by lead actors
- ✓Effective cinematography capturing rural milieu
Weaknesses
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Some predictable plot elements
🎬 Direction & Writing
Karuna Kumar delivers a socially relevant narrative with sincerity and conviction, balancing emotional depth with social commentary effectively.
- - Cinematography by Shamdat Sainudeen
- - Editing
- - Background score and sound design
📰 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 | 60% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 15% |
Critics
Critics appreciated the film's strong social message and Sudheer Babu's performance, though some noted pacing issues and a few predictable moments. Overall, the film was seen as a meaningful addition to Telugu cinema with a relevant theme.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Sridevi Soda Center release in theatres?▾
Sridevi Soda Center released on 27 August 2021 (2021).
Is Sridevi Soda Center a hit or flop?▾
Sridevi Soda Center is declared a AVERAGE at the box office.
Where to watch Sridevi Soda Center online? OTT release date?▾
Sridevi Soda Center is available on ZEE5 from 4 November 2021.
Who directed Sridevi Soda Center?▾
Sridevi Soda Center directed by Karuna Kumar. Produced by Vijay Chilla, Shashi Devireddy.
Who are the main cast members of Sridevi Soda Center?▾
Sridevi Soda Center stars Sudheer Babu, Anandhi, Naresh.
What is the Tollybo rating for Sridevi Soda Center?▾
Tollybo rates Sridevi Soda Center 2.5/5. Verdict: AVERAGE.
What is the genre and runtime of Sridevi Soda Center?▾
Sridevi Soda Center — Genre: Action, Drama, Romance, Runtime: 154 minutes, Language: Telugu.