Waltair Veerayya (2023) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Waltair Veerayya (2023) Review
A review of Waltair Veerayya (2023) (Telugu action, drama), directed by Bobby Kolli. Starring Chiranjeevi, Shruti Haasan, Ravi Teja. A notorious smuggler Waltair Veerayya is hired by a CI Seethapathi, reaches Malaysia with the ostensible mission of kidnapping a drug mafia leader named Solomon, who escaped India after wreaking havoc on the RAW agents and local policemen. Veerayya manages to pummel Solomon, who is fiercely protecte... Our Rating: 3/5. Verdict: HIT. Released: 27 Feb 2023. Runtime: 2h 40m.
Waltair Veerayya(2023)
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Telugu · Action, Drama
2h 40m · 27 Feb 2023
DOP: Arthur Wilson | Writer: Bobby Kolli, Kona Venkat, K. Chakravarthy Reddy
Ratings
Our Rating
3
📖 Story
Waltair Veerayya follows the story of a fisherman named Veerayya who gets embroiled in a high-stakes conflict involving crime syndicates and personal vendettas. The narrative blends action, drama, and comedy as Veerayya navigates challenges to protect his community and loved ones.
Chiranjeevi: Charismatic and commanding, delivering a mass entertainer persona with energy and style.
Shruti Haasan: Offers a solid and engaging performance as the female lead with good screen presence.
Ravi Teja: Provides strong support with his trademark energetic and comedic timing.
Bobby Kolli: Effective as the antagonist, bringing intensity and menace to the role.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Star power of Chiranjeevi and Ravi Teja
- ✓Engaging action sequences
- ✓Effective blend of comedy and drama
- ✓Good cinematography by Arthur Wilson
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable storyline
- ✕Some pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Lack of novelty in screenplay
🎬 Direction & Writing
Bobby Kolli delivers a commercial entertainer that caters well to fans of mass action films, though the direction sticks to familiar tropes without much innovation.
📰 Critic Reviews
Chiranjeevi’s trueblue fan Bobby Kolli recreates vintage Chiranjeevi and delivers a reasonable commercial film. Plus points are Chiranjeevi, Ravi Teja, DSP music, entertainment and dances. On the flipside, the story is patchy and the screenplay is intermittent. Waltair Veerayya is going to be a pure joy for Chiranjeevi…
On the whole, Waltair Veerayya is a decent mass entertainer that has everything to please Chiru fans. Chiranjeevi nails his character and his comedy timing is an asset of the movie. It’s a feast for Chiru fans for sure. Ravi Teja is flawless in his role and he makes the film interesting with his finest performance. Bea…
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 3 | |
| 3.25 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
No collection data available yet.
🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
| Run | Centers |
|---|---|
| 50 Days Centers | 74 |
| 100 Days Centers | 2 |
No awards data available.
🏆 Records & Box Office
- - Strong opening weekend in Telugu states
- - Sustained decent collections over initial weeks
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 60% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 15% |
Critics
Critics generally praised the star cast performances and action sequences but noted the film's predictable plot and routine screenplay. The film was appreciated as a mass entertainer but did not impress with originality.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Waltair Veerayya release in theatres?▾
Waltair Veerayya released on 27 February 2023 (2023).
Is Waltair Veerayya a hit or flop?▾
Waltair Veerayya is declared a HIT at the box office.
What is the budget of Waltair Veerayya?▾
Budget of Waltair Veerayya is approximately ₹320000 Crore.
Where to watch Waltair Veerayya online? OTT release date?▾
Waltair Veerayya is available on Netflix from 26 February 2023.
Who directed Waltair Veerayya?▾
Waltair Veerayya directed by Bobby Kolli. Produced by Y. Ravi Shankar, Naveen Yerneni.
Who are the main cast members of Waltair Veerayya?▾
Waltair Veerayya stars Chiranjeevi, Shruti Haasan, Ravi Teja.
What is the Tollybo rating for Waltair Veerayya?▾
Tollybo rates Waltair Veerayya 3/5. Verdict: HIT.
What is the genre and runtime of Waltair Veerayya?▾
Waltair Veerayya — Genre: Action, Drama, Runtime: 160 minutes, Language: Telugu.