Taxiwala (2018) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Taxiwala (2018) Review
Taxiwala (2018) is a Telugu comedy, horror, thriller film starring Vijay Deverakonda, Priyanka Jawalkar, Malavika Nair. Directed by Rahul Sankrityan. A job monger, Shiva who ends up as a taxiwala only to realise his ride is a beyond what anyone can expect. Our Rating: 2.75/5. Verdict: ABOVE AVERAGE. Released: 16 Nov 2018. Runtime: 2h 30m.
Taxiwala(2018)
Telugu · Comedy, Horror, Thriller
2h 30m · 16 Nov 2018
Music: Jakes Bejoy | DOP: Sujith Sarang | Writer: Saikumar Reddy, Rahul Sankrityan
Ratings
Our Rating
2.75
📖 Story
Taxiwala is a supernatural thriller revolving around a cab driver who gets entangled in a ghostly mystery after acquiring a haunted taxi. The story blends horror and comedy elements as the protagonist tries to uncover the truth behind the paranormal events affecting his life.
Vijay Deverakonda: Energetic and engaging, effectively balancing horror and comedy
Priyanka Jawalkar: Good screen presence with a supportive role
Malavika Nair: Notable in the pivotal role adding emotional depth
Rahul Sankrityan: Solid supporting performance
Vijay Deverakonda: Effective in comic relief
Priyanka Jawalkar: Adequate supporting role
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Unique blend of horror and comedy
- ✓Vijay Deverakonda's charismatic performance
- ✓Engaging screenplay with suspense elements
- ✓Good background score enhancing mood
Weaknesses
- ✕Some pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Predictable plot twists
- ✕Supporting characters underutilized
🎬 Direction & Writing
Rahul Sankrityan delivers a fresh take on the horror-comedy genre with a tight screenplay and effective pacing, though some narrative elements could have been better developed.
📰 Critic Reviews
Taxiwala is a one-time watch for Vijay Deverakonda fans and/or semi-horror genre audience. It entertains adequately, engaging narration tilll mid second half. Made on shoe-string budget, this film may recover the moolah at Indian Box-office!
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 2.75 | |
| 2.75 |
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 generally appreciated the film's fresh approach to the horror-comedy genre and Vijay Deverakonda's performance. Some noted weaknesses in pacing and predictability but overall found it entertaining.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Taxiwala release in theatres?▾
Taxiwala released on 16 November 2018 (2018).
Is Taxiwala a hit or flop?▾
Taxiwala is declared a ABOVE AVERAGE at the box office.
Where to watch Taxiwala online? OTT release date?▾
Taxiwala OTT release date not announced yet.
Who directed Taxiwala?▾
Taxiwala directed by Rahul Sankrityan. Produced by Sriniwas Kumar Naidu.
Who are the main cast members of Taxiwala?▾
Taxiwala stars Vijay Deverakonda, Priyanka Jawalkar, Malavika Nair.
What is the Tollybo rating for Taxiwala?▾
Tollybo rates Taxiwala 2.75/5. Verdict: ABOVE AVERAGE.
Who composed the music for Taxiwala?▾
Music for Taxiwala composed by Jakes Bejoy.
What is the genre and runtime of Taxiwala?▾
Taxiwala — Genre: Comedy, Horror, Thriller, Runtime: 150 minutes, Language: Telugu.