Waltair Veerayya (2023) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
Last updated: 5 May 2026
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.
- - Cinematography by Arthur Wilson
- - Editing
- - Action choreography
- - Background score
📰 Ratings Sources
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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.