Varudu (2010) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Varudu (2010) Review
Varudu (2010) is a Telugu action, drama, thriller film starring Allu Arjun, Arya, Suhasini Maniratnam. Directed by Gunasekhar. A soon to-be married bride is abducted by a man who is obsessed with her. Our Rating: 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER. Released: 31 Mar 2010. Runtime: 2h 27m.
Varudu(2010)
Telugu · Action, Drama, Thriller
2h 27m · 31 Mar 2010
Music: Mani Sharma | DOP: R. D. Rajasekhar | Writer: Gunasekhar, Thota Prasad
Ratings
Our Rating
1.75
📖 Story
Varudu is a romantic action drama centered around Sandeep (Allu Arjun), a man who is superstitious about marriage and refuses to marry until he finds the perfect bride. The story unfolds as he meets Meenakshi (Bhanu Sri Mehra), and the film explores their relationship amidst family drama, action sequences, and traditional values.
Allu Arjun: Charismatic and stylish, delivering a strong screen presence with his action and dance.
Arya: Debutante with a decent performance, showing promise.
Arya: Supportive role with limited scope but effective.
Suhasini Maniratnam: Strong and convincing in a pivotal role.
Allu Arjun: Solid supporting performance.
Arya: Provides comic relief with his usual flair.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Allu Arjun's stylish performance and dance sequences
- ✓Cinematography by R. D. Rajasekhar
- ✓Music by Mani Sharma
- ✓High production values and visuals
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable and formulaic storyline
- ✕Lengthy runtime affecting pacing
- ✕Weak screenplay and writing
- ✕Underutilization of supporting cast
🎬 Direction & Writing
Gunasekhar's direction focused heavily on grandeur and visuals but lacked tight screenplay and narrative depth, resulting in a film that struggled to engage throughout.
📰 Critic Reviews
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 2.5 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
No collection data available yet.
🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
No centers data available.
No awards data available.
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 30% |
| Neutral | 40% |
| Negative | 30% |
Critics
Critics generally praised Allu Arjun's performance and the technical aspects like cinematography and music but criticized the weak screenplay and predictable plot. The film received mixed to average reviews overall.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Varudu release in theatres?▾
Varudu released on 31 March 2010 (2010).
Is Varudu a hit or flop?▾
Varudu is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
What is the budget of Varudu?▾
Budget of Varudu is approximately ₹4600000 Crore.
Where to watch Varudu online? OTT release date?▾
Varudu is available on Sun NXT, YouTube, Sun NXT, YouTube. OTT date will be updated soon.
Who directed Varudu?▾
Varudu directed by Gunasekhar. Produced by DVV Danayya.
Who are the main cast members of Varudu?▾
Varudu stars Allu Arjun, Arya, Suhasini Maniratnam.
What is the Tollybo rating for Varudu?▾
Tollybo rates Varudu 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Who composed the music for Varudu?▾
Music for Varudu composed by Mani Sharma.
What is the genre and runtime of Varudu?▾
Varudu — Genre: Action, Drama, Thriller, Runtime: 147 minutes, Language: Telugu.