Vijetha (2018) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Vijetha (2018) Review
Vijetha (2018) — a Telugu drama film directed by Rakesh Shashi. Starring Kalyaan Dhev, Malavika Nair, Murali Sharma. Srinivasa Rao, who is a talented photographer sacrifices his passion and keeps his family before everything. But his son Ram doesn’t understand this and keeps wasting time by chilling with his friends. An unexpected twist creates a massive rift between the father and son. Rest of the story is as to ... Our Rating: 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER. Released: 11 Jul 2018. Runtime: 2h 2m.
Vijetha(2018)
Telugu · Drama
2h 2m · 11 Jul 2018
Music: Harshavardhan Rameshwar | DOP: K.K. Senthil Kumar | Writer: Rakesh Sashi, Rayal Vyas
Ratings
Our Rating
1.75
📖 Story
Vijetha follows the journey of a young man from a middle-class family who aspires to achieve success and prove his worth. The film explores his struggles, relationships, and the challenges he faces while trying to carve out his own identity and fulfill his dreams.
Kalyaan Dhev: A promising debut with earnestness and natural charm, though occasionally uneven.
Malavika Nair: Offers a graceful and sincere portrayal, complementing the lead well.
Murali Sharma: Delivers a solid supporting role with emotional depth.
Rakesh Shashi: Provides comic relief with timing and energy.
Kalyaan Dhev: Strong presence in a pivotal supporting role.
Malavika Nair: Adds gravitas and experience to the narrative.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Fresh debut performance by Kalyaan Dhev
- ✓Emotional core and family values
- ✓Cinematography by K.K. Senthil Kumar
- ✓Music score by Harshavardhan Rameshwar
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable storyline
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Lack of novelty in screenplay
- ✕Supporting characters underutilized
🎬 Direction & Writing
Rakesh Shashi's direction is sincere and focused on delivering a family-oriented drama. While the narrative is straightforward and emotionally driven, it lacks innovation and occasionally drags, but the director manages to keep the audience engaged with heartfelt moments.
📰 Critic Reviews
On the whole, Vijetha is the story of a father and son with a good underlying message. Kalyan Dhev makes a decent debut and if he chooses his project well, things look good for him. On the other hand, storywise, there is nothing new that you not seen before. But Murali Sharma’s extraordinary performance will connect wi…
📰 Ratings Sources
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Our Rating
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😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 35% |
| Negative | 25% |
Critics
Critics generally appreciated the film for its emotional appeal and debut performance of Kalyaan Dhev, though many pointed out the predictable plot and lack of novelty. The technical aspects like cinematography and music received positive mentions, while the screenplay and pacing were noted as weaker points.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Vijetha release in theatres?▾
Vijetha released on 11 July 2018 (2018).
Is Vijetha a hit or flop?▾
Vijetha is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Where to watch Vijetha online? OTT release date?▾
Vijetha is available on Sun NXT, Vi Movies and TV, MX Player from 3 June 2019.
Who directed Vijetha?▾
Vijetha directed by Rakesh Shashi. Produced by Rajani Korrapati.
Who are the main cast members of Vijetha?▾
Vijetha stars Kalyaan Dhev, Malavika Nair, Murali Sharma.
What is the Tollybo rating for Vijetha?▾
Tollybo rates Vijetha 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Who composed the music for Vijetha?▾
Music for Vijetha composed by Harshavardhan Rameshwar.
What is the genre and runtime of Vijetha?▾
Vijetha — Genre: Drama, Runtime: 122 minutes, Language: Telugu.