Thammudu (1999) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Thammudu (1999) Review
Directed by P.A. Arun Prasad, Thammudu (1999) is a Telugu action, drama, sport film starring Pawan Kalyan, Achyuth, Preeti Jhangiani. Subrahmanyam (Pawan Kalyan), the youngest son of the family wastes away his life. His father always scolds him but his brother Chakri (Achyuth) who is a boxer, and friend Jaanu (Preeti Jhangiani) dote him. Meanwhile he falls in love with Lovely (Aditi) and for this he keeps on telling lies to her th... Our Rating: 3.25/5. Verdict: SUPER HIT. Released: 1 Jan 1999. Runtime: 2h 40m.
Thammudu(1999)
Telugu · Action, Drama, Sport
2h 40m · 1 Jan 1999
Writer: Ramana Chintapally, P.A. Arun Prasad
Ratings
Our Rating
3.25
📖 Story
Thammudu is a sports action drama centered around Subrahmanyam 'Subbu', a carefree and irresponsible young man who transforms himself into a disciplined kickboxer to win back his family's respect and save his sister from humiliation. The film explores themes of redemption, sibling love, and perseverance through the backdrop of competitive kickboxing.
Pawan Kalyan: Energetic and charismatic portrayal of the protagonist, effectively capturing the transformation from a reckless youth to a determined athlete.
Achyuth: Strong supporting role as the elder brother, providing emotional depth.
Preeti Jhangiani: Engaging as the female lead, complementing the hero well.
P.A. Arun Prasad: Notable presence in a supporting role.
Pawan Kalyan: Effective in a negative role, adding tension to the narrative.
Achyuth: Solid supporting performance.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Pawan Kalyan's performance and screen presence
- ✓Engaging sports drama narrative
- ✓Energetic action and kickboxing sequences
- ✓Emotional family dynamics
- ✓Popular music and soundtrack
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable storyline
- ✕Some melodramatic moments
- ✕Lack of novelty in screenplay
🎬 Direction & Writing
P.A. Arun Prasad delivers a commercially effective film with a focus on youthful energy and sports drama. The direction maintains a brisk pace and balances action with emotional moments, though the narrative follows a familiar template.
📰 Critic Reviews
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 4.5 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
No collection data available yet.
🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
| Run | Centers |
|---|---|
| 50 Days Centers | 72 |
| 100 Days Centers | 23 |
No awards data available.
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 70% |
| Neutral | 20% |
| Negative | 10% |
Critics
Critics generally appreciated Pawan Kalyan's energetic performance and the film's engaging sports drama elements. The movie was praised for its entertainment value and emotional core, though some noted the predictable storyline and conventional screenplay.
Final Box-Office Result
🏟 Theatrical Centers Run
100 Days - Centers
| # | City | Theater | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vizag | Jagadamba | 100 |
| 2 | Gajuvaka | Lakshmikanth | 100 |
| 3 | Srikakulam | Keerthana | 100 |
| 4 | Hyderabad | Sandhya 35 mm | 100 |
| 5 | Dilsukhnagar | Rajadhani | 100 |
| 6 | Warangal | Devi | 100 |
| 7 | Nizamabad | Ashok | 100 |
| 8 | Khammam | Raghava | 100 |
| 9 | Kothagudem | Vishwanatha | 100 |
| 10 | Rajahmundry | Swamy | 100 |
| 11 | Kakinada | Devi | 100 |
| 12 | Amalapuram | Ram | 100 |
| 13 | Eluru | Sai Balaji | 100 |
| 14 | Bheemavaram | Natraj | 100 |
| 15 | Vijayawada | Yuvraj | 100 |
| 16 | Gudiwada | Gopalakrishna | 100 |
| 17 | Machilipatnam | Ramshanti | 100 |
| 18 | Guntur | Liberty | 100 |
| 19 | Tenali | Gaiety | 100 |
| 20 | Ongole | Thulasiram | 100 |
| 21 | Nellore | Kaveri | 100 |
| 22 | Madanapalli | Siddartha | 100 |
| 23 | Kurnool | Alankar | 100 |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Thammudu release in theatres?▾
Thammudu released on 1 January 1999 (1999).
Is Thammudu a hit or flop?▾
Thammudu is declared a SUPER HIT at the box office.
Where to watch Thammudu online? OTT release date?▾
Thammudu is available on Netflix, Prime Video, LIONSGATE PLAY, Jio Cinema, YouTube, YouTube, YouTube, Google Play. OTT date will be updated soon.
Who directed Thammudu?▾
Thammudu directed by P.A. Arun Prasad.
Who are the main cast members of Thammudu?▾
Thammudu stars Pawan Kalyan, Achyuth, Preeti Jhangiani.
What is the Tollybo rating for Thammudu?▾
Tollybo rates Thammudu 3.25/5. Verdict: SUPER HIT.
What is the genre and runtime of Thammudu?▾
Thammudu — Genre: Action, Drama, Sport, Runtime: 160 minutes, Language: Telugu.