Virus (2017) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
Last updated: 21 Jul 2026
Virus (2017) Review
Directed by SR Krishna, Virus (2017) is a Telugu crime, drama, mystery film starring Sampoornesh Babu, Geeth Shah, Vennela Kishore. A woman is addicted to chatting on the Internet. She gets into a relationship with someone she befriends online. They plan to meet; exchange photographs. Next, they are found dead with the police suspecting a suicide pack. Later it gets revealed they were a mother and her son with different identiti... Our Rating: 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER. Released: 27 Aug 2017. Runtime: 2h 20m.
Virus(2017)
Telugu · Crime, Drama, Mystery
2h 20m · 27 Aug 2017
Music: Sunil Kashyap | Writer: SR Krishna
Ratings
Our Rating
1.75
📖 Story
Virus is a Telugu comedy-horror film revolving around a group of friends who accidentally unleash a deadly virus, leading to chaotic and humorous situations as they struggle to contain the outbreak and survive.
Sampoornesh Babu: Comedic and over-the-top, fitting the film's tone
Geeth Shah: Supportive role with decent comic timing
Vennela Kishore: Strong comic presence, elevating scenes
SR Krishna: Energetic and humorous
Sampoornesh Babu: Good comic timing
Geeth Shah: Adequate performance in a supporting role
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Unique blend of comedy and horror
- ✓Strong comic performances by lead actors
- ✓Engaging and entertaining screenplay
Weaknesses
- ✕Lack of strong technical finesse
- ✕Predictable plot elements
- ✕Inconsistent pacing in the second half
🎬 Direction & Writing
SR Krishna delivers a light-hearted horror-comedy with a focus on humor and entertainment rather than technical sophistication, maintaining a fun tone throughout.
📰 Critic Reviews
On the whole, Virus is a disappointing film from Sampoornesh Babu. Even though the story idea is good, the narration is quite flat and boring. All those who have a lot of time and like Sampoo’s kind of fun, they can try this film out. But the rest can stay away from this film and explore better options this weekend.
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | |
| 2 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
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😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 35% |
| Negative | 25% |
Critics
Critics appreciated the film's humor and performances, especially the comedic timing of Sampoornesh Babu and supporting cast. However, the technical aspects and narrative depth received mixed responses.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Virus release in theatres?▾
Virus released on 27 August 2017 (2017).
Is Virus a hit or flop?▾
Virus is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Where to watch Virus online? OTT release date?▾
Virus OTT release date not announced yet.
Who directed Virus?▾
Virus directed by SR Krishna.
Who are the main cast members of Virus?▾
Virus stars Sampoornesh Babu, Geeth Shah, Vennela Kishore.
What is the Tollybo rating for Virus?▾
Tollybo rates Virus 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Who composed the music for Virus?▾
Music for Virus composed by Sunil Kashyap.
What is the genre and runtime of Virus?▾
Virus — Genre: Crime, Drama, Mystery, Runtime: 140 minutes, Language: Telugu.