Srimannarayana (2012) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Srimannarayana (2012) Review
Srimannarayana (2012) is a Telugu drama film starring Nandamuri Balakrishna, Isha Chawla, Parvati Melton. Directed by Ravi Chavali. Srimannarayana is a 2012 Telugu film directed by Ravi Chavali. The film is produced by Ramesh Puppala under his Yellow Flowers banner.It stars Nandamuri Balakrishna, Parvati Melton and Isha Chawla in the lead roles Our Rating: 2/5. Verdict: FLOP. Released: 30 Aug 2012. Runtime: 2h 17m.
Ratings
Our Rating
2
📖 Story
Srimannarayana is an action drama centered around a fearless and honest journalist who takes on corrupt politicians and businessmen to expose their wrongdoings. The film follows his journey as he fights against injustice and corruption, risking his life to bring truth to light.
Nandamuri Balakrishna: Powerful and energetic portrayal of the lead role, delivering strong dialogue and action sequences.
Isha Chawla: Supportive role with limited scope but performed adequately.
Parvati Melton: Brief appearance with a decent performance.
Ravi Chavali: Effective as the antagonist, adding weight to the villainous role.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Nandamuri Balakrishna's screen presence and action sequences
- ✓Engaging moments in the first half
- ✓Strong social message about corruption
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable storyline
- ✕Lengthy runtime with pacing issues
- ✕Weak screenplay and dialogues in the second half
🎬 Direction & Writing
Ravi Chavali delivers a commercial entertainer with a focus on action and drama but falters in screenplay tightness and narrative depth.
- - Action choreography
- - Music
- - Editing
📰 Ratings Sources
No rating sources available.
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
No collection data available yet.
🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
| Run | Centers |
|---|---|
| 50 Days Centers | 2 |
No awards data available.
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 30% |
| Negative | 30% |
Critics
Critics appreciated Balakrishna's performance and the film's intention to address corruption but criticized the predictable plot and inconsistent screenplay.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Srimannarayana release in theatres?▾
Srimannarayana released on 30 August 2012 (2012).
Is Srimannarayana a hit or flop?▾
Srimannarayana is declared a FLOP at the box office.
Where to watch Srimannarayana online? OTT release date?▾
Srimannarayana is available on Netflix, Prime Video, LIONSGATE PLAY, JioHotstar, YouTube, Google Play. OTT date will be updated soon.
Who directed Srimannarayana?▾
Srimannarayana directed by Ravi Chavali.
Who are the main cast members of Srimannarayana?▾
Srimannarayana stars Nandamuri Balakrishna, Isha Chawla, Parvati Melton.
What is the Tollybo rating for Srimannarayana?▾
Tollybo rates Srimannarayana 2/5. Verdict: FLOP.
What is the genre and runtime of Srimannarayana?▾
Srimannarayana — Genre: Drama, Runtime: 137 minutes, Language: Telugu.