The Ghazi Attack (2017) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
Last updated: 3 Apr 2026
The Ghazi Attack (2017) Review
A review of The Ghazi Attack (2017) (Telugu action, drama, thriller), directed by Sankalp Reddy. Starring Kay Kay Menon, Rana Daggubati, Atul Kulkarni. India’s first underwater war film tries to decode the mystery behind the sinking of Pakistani submarine PNS Ghazi during the Indo-Pak war of 1971. Our Rating: 3/5. Verdict: HIT. Released: 17 Feb 2017. Runtime: 2h 6m.
The Ghazi Attack(2017)
The War You Don't Know About
Telugu · Action, Drama, Thriller
2h 6m · 17 Feb 2017
DOP: R. Madhi | Writer: Sankalp Reddy, Niranjan Ramireddy, Gunnam Gangaraju
Ratings
Our Rating
3
📖 Story
The Ghazi Attack is a war film based on the mysterious sinking of the Pakistani submarine PNS Ghazi during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971. It follows the Indian Navy submarine S21 crew as they undertake a covert mission to protect India's eastern coast and neutralize the threat posed by the Ghazi.
Kay Kay Menon: Strong and intense portrayal of a naval officer.
Rana Daggubati: Commanding and convincing as the submarine captain.
Atul Kulkarni: Solid supporting role with emotional depth.
Sankalp Reddy: Brief but impactful presence.
Kay Kay Menon: Narration and voice-over added gravitas.
Rana Daggubati: Memorable supporting role with authority.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Engaging and patriotic storyline
- ✓Realistic submarine warfare sequences
- ✓Strong performances by lead actors
- ✓Technical finesse in cinematography and sound design
Weaknesses
- ✕Some pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Limited character development for some supporting roles
- ✕Music score was minimal and less impactful
🎬 Direction & Writing
Sankalp Reddy's direction is confident and focused, effectively balancing technical aspects of submarine warfare with human drama. The writing is tight, though occasionally the narrative slows down.
📰 Critic Reviews
First half of the film is slow as it establishes the characters and premise. Second half is completely engaging. Plus points of the film are submarine backdrop, perfect casting, engaging (and a bit dramatic one that plays on India-Pakistan emotions) second half and technical brilliance. On the flipside, Telugu dubbing…
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 3.25 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
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😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 65% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 10% |
Critics
Critics praised The Ghazi Attack for its gripping narrative, technical brilliance, and strong performances, particularly highlighting the realistic depiction of submarine warfare. Some reviews noted minor pacing issues but overall regarded it as a commendable war film in Telugu cinema.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did The Ghazi Attack release in theatres?▾
The Ghazi Attack released on 17 February 2017 (2017).
Is The Ghazi Attack a hit or flop?▾
The Ghazi Attack is declared a HIT at the box office.
What is the budget of The Ghazi Attack?▾
Budget of The Ghazi Attack is approximately ₹1900000 Crore.
Where to watch The Ghazi Attack online? OTT release date?▾
The Ghazi Attack is available on Prime Video, Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Netflix Standard with Ads, Amazon Prime Video with Ads from 3 October 2018.
Who directed The Ghazi Attack?▾
The Ghazi Attack directed by Sankalp Reddy. Produced by Anvesh Reddy, Prasad Vara Potluri, Dil Raju, Kavin Anne.
Who are the main cast members of The Ghazi Attack?▾
The Ghazi Attack stars Kay Kay Menon, Rana Daggubati, Atul Kulkarni.
What is the Tollybo rating for The Ghazi Attack?▾
Tollybo rates The Ghazi Attack 3/5. Verdict: HIT.
What is the genre and runtime of The Ghazi Attack?▾
The Ghazi Attack — Genre: Action, Drama, Thriller, Runtime: 126 minutes, Language: Telugu.