Last updated: 21 Jul 2026
Telugu · Drama
2h 0m · 20 Sept 2013
Writer: Singeetam Srinivasa Rao
Ratings
Our Rating
1.5
Welcome Obama is a Telugu film that revolves around the life of an NRI family and their interactions with Indian culture and values. The story explores themes of identity, belonging, and the clash between traditional and modern lifestyles through a comedic and heartwarming narrative.
Urmilla Kothare: Delivered a sincere and engaging performance as the female lead, effectively portraying the nuances of her character.
Rachel Wise: Provided a fresh and natural portrayal, adding charm and authenticity to the film.
Anantha Sriram: Offered a solid supporting role with commendable dialogue delivery.
Singeetam Srinivasa Rao: Contributed well in a character role, adding to the film's emotional depth.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Singeetam Srinivasa Rao's direction is thoughtful and creative, successfully balancing humor with social commentary. The writing is intelligent, though occasionally uneven in pacing.
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 35% |
| Negative | 25% |
Critics appreciated the film's unique concept and performances but noted the film's slow pace and technical shortcomings. Overall, it was seen as a decent effort with room for improvement.
Final Box-Office Result
Welcome Obama released on 20 September 2013 (2013).
Welcome Obama is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Welcome Obama is available on JioHotstar from 14 June 2015.
Welcome Obama directed by Singeetam Srinivasa Rao. Produced by Bharati Krishna.
Welcome Obama stars Urmilla Kothare, Rachel Wise, Anantha Sriram.
Tollybo rates Welcome Obama 1.5/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Welcome Obama — Genre: Drama, Runtime: 120 minutes, Language: Telugu.
