Subramanyapuram (2018) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Subramanyapuram (2018) Review
Subramanyapuram (2018) — a Telugu drama, mystery, thriller film directed by Santosh Jagarlapudi. Starring Sumanth, Eesha Rebba, Sai Kumar. Karthik, who researches about temples, goes onto investigate the mystery behind the Subramanyapuram temple. He is an atheist who visits the village with his love interest and friends for a festival. Caught between the belief of villagers and facts about the mysterious deaths surrounding the temple, ... Our Rating: 2.5/5. Verdict: BELOW AVERAGE. Released: 6 Dec 2018. Runtime: 2h 13m.
Subramanyapuram(2018)
Telugu · Drama, Mystery, Thriller
2h 13m · 6 Dec 2018
Music: Shekar Chandra | DOP: R. K. Prathap | Writer: Santosh Jagarlapudi
Ratings
Our Rating
2.5
📖 Story
Subramanyapuram is a Telugu drama set in a small town, revolving around the lives of ordinary people and the socio-political issues they face. The story explores friendship, love, and the struggles of the youth against the backdrop of corruption and power dynamics in the town.
Sumanth: Delivered a sincere and grounded portrayal of the protagonist, effectively capturing the emotional depth and struggles of his character.
Eesha Rebba: Provided a natural and convincing performance, complementing the lead and adding emotional weight to the narrative.
Sai Kumar: Strong presence with a commanding performance, adding gravitas to the film's conflict.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Authentic depiction of small-town life
- ✓Strong performances by lead actors
- ✓Engaging socio-political narrative
- ✓Effective background score and music
Weaknesses
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Predictable plot elements
- ✕Some supporting characters underdeveloped
🎬 Direction & Writing
Santosh Jagarlapudi's direction is focused on realism and grounded storytelling, successfully bringing out the essence of the setting and characters. The writing is straightforward but occasionally lacks novelty.
📰 Critic Reviews
Subramanyapuram design and execution is aimed at the rural audience, second half may partially appeal to the targeted audience. Rest of the audience cannot sit through this low budgeted film based on superstitions. Feel free to skip it!
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
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| 1 | |
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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 | 35% |
| Negative | 25% |
Critics
Critics appreciated the film's realistic portrayal and performances but pointed out its predictable storyline and pacing issues. The technical aspects, especially cinematography and music, received positive mentions.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Subramanyapuram release in theatres?▾
Subramanyapuram released on 6 December 2018 (2018).
Is Subramanyapuram a hit or flop?▾
Subramanyapuram is declared a BELOW AVERAGE at the box office.
Where to watch Subramanyapuram online? OTT release date?▾
Subramanyapuram OTT release date not announced yet.
Who directed Subramanyapuram?▾
Subramanyapuram directed by Santosh Jagarlapudi. Produced by Beeram Sudhakara Reddy.
Who are the main cast members of Subramanyapuram?▾
Subramanyapuram stars Sumanth, Eesha Rebba, Sai Kumar.
What is the Tollybo rating for Subramanyapuram?▾
Tollybo rates Subramanyapuram 2.5/5. Verdict: BELOW AVERAGE.
Who composed the music for Subramanyapuram?▾
Music for Subramanyapuram composed by Shekar Chandra.
What is the genre and runtime of Subramanyapuram?▾
Subramanyapuram — Genre: Drama, Mystery, Thriller, Runtime: 133 minutes, Language: Telugu.